Monika Kakol

Dr. Monika Kakol is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Southern California, specializing in airway disease management, lung transplantation, and interventional pulmonology. Her research focuses on post-lung transplant airway complications and digital health equity, particularly in Indigenous communities. She holds fellowships in Pulmonary and Critical Care, Lung Transplantation, and Interventional Pulmonary Medicine.

Her clinical approach emphasizes multidisciplinary care, integrating physical and mental health to address patient needs comprehensively. Key research interests include pleural disease, cancer diagnosis, and leveraging technology to enhance healthcare access in underserved populations.

Recent work highlights innovations in diagnostic techniques (e.g., EBUS navigation) and case studies on multi-organ transplantation post-COVID-19. Earlier contributions span dermatological conditions linked to substance abuse and psychodermatological disorders. Despite no listed awards or grants, her publications reflect a strong focus on translational medicine and clinical problem-solving.