Dr. Harsha Nonavinakere Shanthaveerappa MD FCCP
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
5109 BRAINERD RD CHATTANOOGA TN, 37411About
Dr. Harsha Shanthaveerappa practices Pulmonology in CHATTANOOGA, TN. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Shanthaveerappa 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
James Quillen ETSU Fellowship 2003
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute 1993
Board Certification
Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine)
Pulmonary Disease (Internal Medicine)
Sleep Medicine (Internal Medicine)
Provider Details
Dr. Harsha Nonavinakere Shanthaveerappa MD FCCP's Expert Contributions
My sister has pulmonary fibrosis. Can she still have a good quality of life?
It depends on the severity and cause of pulmonary fibrosis.There are certain forms of fibrotic lung disease which does not progress and with supplemental oxygen and pulmonary rehab there is no reason to not have a decent quality of life, then there are other forms of progressive disease process which can be stabilized with the right medication Would definitely recommend seeing a pulmonlogist who can look over your sisters specific condition and provide better counsel Hope that helps. READ MORE
Do you need anesthesia for a bronchoscopy?
Yes, can be done with what’s called conscious sedation or with deeper sedation like general anesthesia READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- FCCP
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