Rolando Berger

Rolando Berger, MD, is a Professor of Medicine at the University of Kentucky, specializing in Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine within the Department of Internal Medicine. He serves as a Special Faculty and Fellowship Program Director for the Medical ICU, with clinical affiliations at Good Samaritan Hospital and the Kentucky Clinic.

• Education: MD from Universidad de San Carlos (Guatemala), Residency at Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals, Fellowship at University of Kentucky.
• Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease).

His research focuses on pulmonary interventions, critical care protocols, and infectious disease management in clinical settings. Key contributions include studies on candidemia in parenteral nutrition patients, endobronchial valve applications for air leaks, and innovations in tracheostomy techniques.

Scientific Awards:

• Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP)

Dr. Berger's work intersects with biomedical informatics, infectious disease epidemiology, and interventional pulmonology, reflecting his leadership in advancing critical care practices and diagnostic methodologies.