Vichaya Arunthari

Vichaya Arunthari, M.D., is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, serving as a Consultant in the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Sleep Medicine within the Department of Internal Medicine. Based in Jacksonville, Florida, Dr. Arunthari focuses on clinical research in sleep medicine and pulmonary disorders.

• Academic Affiliation: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
• Professional Focus: Sleep apnea, telehealth applications, and pulmonary hypertension
• Notable Achievements: Recipient of the Pulmonary Hypertension Association Fellows Scholarship Award in 2010

Research Interests
Dr. Arunthari investigates factors predicting outcomes in hypoglossal nerve stimulation therapy for obstructive sleep apnea, comparing in-person vs. telehealth delivery of cognitive behavior therapy for insomnia. His work emphasizes patient selection criteria and telehealth efficacy in sleep medicine.

Education

• Fellow - Critical Care Medicine (2011), Mayo Graduate School of Medicine
• Research Assistant (2009), Mayo Graduate School of Medicine
• Fellow - Sleep Medicine (2009), Mayo Graduate School of Medicine
• Fellow - Pulmonary Medicine (2008), Mayo Graduate School of Medicine
• Resident - Pulmonary Diseases (2008), Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education
• Resident - Internal Medicine (2006), University of Illinois
• MD (1999), Prince of Songkla University

Scientific Awards

• Pulmonary Hypertension Association Fellows Scholarship Award (2010)
• Resident of the Year Award for Humanitarianism (2006)

Professional Memberships
Dr. Arunthari is actively involved in the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American Thoracic Society, and American College of Chest Physicians, contributing to advancements in sleep and pulmonary medicine.