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Soma S. S. K. Jyothula, MD

Specialties

Conditions

  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Advanced lung disease and lung transplant evaluation
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and emphysema
  • Pulmonary fibrosis
    • Rare interstitial lung disease

About

Dr. Soma Jyothula is the medical director of lung transplantation at UK HealthCare. He treats advanced lung disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pulmonary fibrosis and other related conditions.

Throughout his career, Dr. Jyothula has focused on advancing care for chronic and advanced lung diseases by combining clinical expertise with research to provide the most advanced treatments. 

Witnessing the significant burden of chronic lung disease — and the limited treatment options available — inspired him to pursue a career in pulmonary medicine and clinical research.

He is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care and believes every patient deserves to be treated as more than a diagnosis. Dr. Jyothula emphasizes collaboration, innovation and tailoring treatment plans to each individual’s needs.

Faculty Rank

  • Professor of Internal Medicine

Training & Education

Degree

MD, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Residency

Internal Medicine, Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pa.

Fellowship

Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas

Certifications and Special Training

American Board of Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, Critical Care Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease

Insurance Information

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