Subbulaxmi Trikudanathan, MD, MMSc

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Subbulaxmi Trikudanathan, MD, MMSc
Medical Specialties
- Diabetes
- Endocrinology
Locations
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Tamil
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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I have been seeing Dr Thirukudanathan for a few years now. She hails from the same state (same language) as I and so I consider her both my doctor and friend. I have tried to be fair and unprejudiced as much as possible.
Dr. Trikudanathan is very personable, professional and caring!
Dr. Trikunathadan is so wonderful! She is caring, informative and knowledgeable. Teaching me the "why's, when's and how's" of my treatment plan. She is just a delightful person who genuinely cares about her patients! Thank you!
Dr Trikudanathan is very thorough, thoughtful, and clear. She precisely articulated her recommendations for treatment, but she also listens to and responds to what I want as patient.
Dr T. Is excellent, very clear comments and explanations. Keeps things simple, nothing unneccessary.
This Doctor has always been extremely kind, helpful, professional, and thorough.
My Dr is top notch. I am very lucky to have her. I always feel well taken care of and upbeat after seeing her
Dr Trikudunathan is excellent in every way.
I perceive this provider to be both caring and very knowledgeable and discussion is calm and clear and she does ask if I have questions
I am very happy with all interactions with Dr T and respect her expertise. I am confident she is paying attention and providing the best advice.
Dr. Trikudanathan is very knowlegdeable and thorough. She had my records on hand and she knew what is in them. She listens well and answers my questions, giving good and complete explanations. She makes good plans for my care, and she makes sure that I understand them. She is very kind and caring. She has been helping me since [...] I recommend her highly. Dr. Trikudanathan is the EPITOME of a specialist. She is outstanding!
Dr. Trikudanathan is WONDERFUL! She is thorough and caring. Really appreciate all that she has done for me! Thank you!!
Dr. Trikudanathan is by far the best Endocrinologist I have ever had, [...]
Dr. Trickudanathan is the best doctor I have interacted with in many years.
Dr. Trikadanathan is kind, considerate, and methodical. I have every confidence in her judgment.
Spent extra time explaining concerns
Dr. T. Is higher than very good, she ended up calling me and we just were able to complete the appointment by phone.
This is the first time in a long time that I felt taken seriously by a provider. My doctor was really thoughtful in her responses to my concerns and asked a lot of questions. This made me feel really seen and heard throughout the appointment.
Dr. Trikudanthan is outstanding [...]
My doctor made this experience better after having consulted with another doctor out of the network and coming up with the best advice for timing of another medical need relating to bones, as I'm being treated by her for bones. [...]
About Subbulaxmi Trikudanathan
Subbulaxmi Trikudanathan, M.D., M.M.Sc., is a board-certified endocrinologist, medical director of the UW Medicine Diabetes Institute and a Professor of Clinical Practice in the division of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Nutrition at the University of Washington.
Dr. Trikudanathan’ s patient care approach revolves around tailoring therapies according to individual needs, keeping a keen eye on the bigger picture and quality of life. She strives to empower and motivate patients with knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about their health.
Dr. Trikudanathan earned her MD from Madras Medical College in India and Master of Medical Sciences (MMSc) from Harvard Medical School. Her clinical and research interests include diabetes, PCOS, women’s health and osteoporosis. She has conducted several phase 3 trials in newer diabetes medications and devices. She is actively involved in clinical research with a focus on diabetes, PCOS, MASLD and cardiometabolic outcomes.
Personal Interests
Dr. Trikudanathan enjoys traveling, cooking, and reading with her family and friends.
Education and Training
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Harvard Medical SchoolMaster, 2012Brigham and Women's HospitalFellowship, 2012, EndocrinologySt. Elizabeth's Medical CenterResidency, 2009, Internal MedicineChildren's Hospital BostonFellowship, 2007Royal Free HospitalFellowship, 2004, EndocrinologyChase Farm HospitalFellowship, 2004, EndocrinologyUniversity College HospitalFellowship, 2003, EndocrinologyBirmingham Heartlands HospitalResidency, 2002, Internal MedicineSandwell General HospitalInternship, 2000, Internal MedicineMadras Medical UniversityMedical education, 1998The Best HospitalResidency, Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
- Endocrinology, 2011, American Board of Internal Medicine
- Internal Medicine, 2009, American Board of Internal Medicine