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Paramarajan Piranavan, MD

  • Chief, Rheumatology
  • Director, Rheumatology Training Program
  • Rheumatology
4.9 out of 5
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About

Dr. Paramarajan Piranavan is a board-certified rheumatologist at UK HealthCare.

As the chief of UK Rheumatology, Dr. Piranavan has played a key role in building a collaborative research environment within the division, securing industry-sponsored trials and fostering partnerships with basic science investigators. His research focuses on clinical trials, big data analytics and collaborative translational studies in autoimmune diseases. His ongoing efforts aim to expand access to innovative therapies and generate real-world insights that inform clinical practice.
 

Faculty Rank

  • Assistant Professor of Medicine

  • Awards

    • Gilbert Levinson MD Outstanding Medical Resident Graduating Saint Vincent Hospital, 2019
    • Rheumatology – Patient Experience Award, Q2 2023
    • Rheumatology – Patient Experience Award, Q1 2024
    • Chair’s Excellence award in Department of Internal Medicine, 2025
    • Faculty White Board Wizard Award for Excellence in Didactic Teaching by UK College of Medicine, 2025

Training & Education

Degree

MBBS, University of Colombo, Srilanka

Residency

Internal Medicine, Saint Vincent Hospital, Worcester, Mass.

Fellowship

Rheumatology, State University of New York, Syracuse, N.Y.

Certifications and Special Training

American Board of Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology

Insurance Information

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5
16 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    August 22nd 2025
    Wasn't dismissed, felt listened to, given advice

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    August 8th 2025
    Dr. Piranavan is very knowledgeable and was well prepared for my care.

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    July 23rd 2025
    I do recommend him to a lot of people. He is a good doctor and he listens when I need him to explain anything to me.

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    July 9th 2025
    Dr Piranavan was knowledgeable , very thorough, personable and an excellent listener. I cannot find enough positive words to apply to my visit

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    June 4th 2025
    Dr. Piranavan is one of the best physicians I have seen in my 72 yrs. Very thorough, caring and is genuinely concerned. Explain everything in detail so I can understand. The world needs more physicians like him.

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      June 4th 2025
      Very good experience I sure would recommend.

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      May 14th 2025
      Very happy with the new doctor and staff were remarkably kind and supportive and helpful

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      March 27th 2025
      I was introduced to a new managing Dr who was awesome and gave me great confidence in my care and future treatment. I am looking forward to my future options.

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      March 5th 2025
      Everthing was great.

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      March 3rd 2025
      I do tell anyone that is having an arthritis problem how good he is.

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      February 24th 2025
      Doctor Piranavan Very good man and explains his treatment plan that are easy to follow and help maintain my current pain levels.

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      December 27th 2024
      Dr. Spent 50 min w me explaining everything I addressed.

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      December 24th 2024
      Dr Piranavan is amazing. He's helped me so much. I'm grateful to have him over my care

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      December 24th 2024
      Excellent provider, just a very long wait in the exam room

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      December 9th 2024
      Dr. Piranavan is far and away the most patient, empathetic and understanding physician I have encountered at UKHC (both as a patient and former employee). I am so grateful he is my rheumatologist.

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      November 26th 2024
      Muy buen doctor (Very good doctor)