Dr. Mahadevappa K Hunasikatti M.D
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
8316 Arlington Blvd Suite 602 Fairfax VA, 22031About
Dr. Mahadevappa Hunasikatti practices Pulmonology in Fairfax, VA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Hunasikatti manages patients who need life support and mechanical ventilation, and is specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest, particularly pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, and complicated chest infections.
Education and Training
Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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