SLUCare Physician Group
Nirmal Veeramachaneni, MD
General Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery
SLUCare Physician Group
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level St. Louis, MO 63104
Dr. Nirmal Veeramachaneni is a thoracic surgeon who offers surgical treatment for cancerous and non-cancerous diseases of the chest. He has particular expertise in single-incision, minimally invasive treatment for lung cancer. In addition, he offers disease management for esophageal cancer and esophageal disorders.
Dr. Veeramachaneni's research interests include standardization of care and improving outcomes for lung cancer surgery.
Dr. Veeramachaneni is a professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
He is vice chair of the operative standards committee of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the editorial board of The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, and a member of the executive board of the General Thoracic Surgery Club.
Dr. Veeramachaneni's research interests include standardization of care and improving outcomes for lung cancer surgery.
Dr. Veeramachaneni is a professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
He is vice chair of the operative standards committee of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the editorial board of The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, and a member of the executive board of the General Thoracic Surgery Club.
About Me
Specialties
General Surgery
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Gender
Male
Education
Washington University - Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Residency, 2006
Washington University - Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Fellowship, 2008
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Medical School, 1999
Hospital Affiliations
SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis
Certifications
American Board of Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Drug Enforcement Administration
Missouri Dept of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs
Missouri State Board of Registration
Medical Interests
Lung cancer surgery
Minimally invasive thoracic surgery
Stroke rehabilitation
Reviews
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4.9Overall Experience5.0Listened Carefully4.9Explained Things Clearly4.9Knew Medical History4.9Involved in Care Decisions5.0Showed Courtesy & Respect
Patient Reviews
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4.9 out of 5
36 ratings,
21 reviews
6/19/2026
great doctor keeps you informed ,great communication . knows the business very well .
5/5/2026
Nirmal K Veeramachaneni is the best surgeon I have had. He is very knowledgable about his field. He is compassionate, understanding, and thorough in his explanation of the situation and follow up care. He clearly demonstrates care for me. He saved my life!
4/27/2026
I respect his knowledge and advice in regards to my test ahead and possible surgery.
3/15/2026
He seemed to care alot that I understand my condition and how he was going to perform the surgery. Although he just met me he understood my medical history and assured me that I would have whatever I needed to recover.
2/24/2026
Dr. Veeramachaneni is a well qualified doctor and I trust him with my care.
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SLUCare Physician Group
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level St. Louis, MO 63104
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