With extensive experience in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Care, Dr. Rajesh Kumar Narula serves as a trusted medical specialist. Practicing in Lethbridge, AB, he serves the surrounding communities with a focus on providing comprehensive, patient-centered care in accordance with the standards set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA). Dr. Narula’s practice is dedicated to managing complex adult health conditions, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to diagnosis and treatment.
Dr. Narula graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) in 1981 from India. He has completed extensive post-graduate medical training, including specialized certifications in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Care. His education and ongoing professional development ensure that he remains current with advances in medical science and best practices for adult and senior health management.
Guided by an evidence-based and informative clinical philosophy, Dr. Narula is committed to delivering high-quality care to his patients in Lethbridge. He speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, facilitating effective communication with diverse patient populations and ensuring that patients understand their health conditions and treatment options clearly.
Dr. Narula provides expert care for adults with a wide range of medical conditions, including:
Geriatric Syndromes & Focused Elder Care
- Delirium Prevention & Management: Identifying risk factors for delirium (acute confusion) in hospitalized or ill older adults and implementing management strategies.
- Nutritional Assessment & Weight Loss: Investigating unintentional weight loss and malnutrition, providing guidance on nutritional support for older adults.
- Frailty Assessment & Management: Identifying and managing frailty to improve resilience, maintain function, and enhance quality of life in older adults.
Select Infectious & Inflammatory Conditions
- Evaluation of Inflammatory Markers: Investigating elevated inflammatory markers (like ESR or CRP) to identify potential underlying systemic conditions.
- Complex Infections Consultation: Providing diagnostic and management expertise for challenging infections, often in consultation with primary care.
- Management of Select Rheumatologic Conditions: Care for common inflammatory conditions such as gout or polymyalgia rheumatica, or initial assessment for suspected autoimmune diseases.
Endocrine & Metabolic Disorders
- Adrenal Gland Disorders: Diagnosis and management of conditions affecting the adrenal glands, such as adrenal insufficiency.
- Calcium and Parathyroid Disorders: Evaluation and management of conditions related to abnormal calcium levels and parathyroid gland function.
- Thyroid Disorders: Management of hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules, and other thyroid conditions.
Dr. Narula manages a wide range of complex adult and geriatric health conditions. This list highlights common areas of focus. If your condition is not listed, please note that internal medicine specialists address diverse and often multi-systemic diseases. Consultation is typically initiated via referral from your primary care physician.
- Second Opinion Consultations: Providing an independent expert review and opinion on complex diagnoses or treatment plans.
- Internal Medicine Consultation for Primary Care: Providing specialist opinion and management recommendations to family physicians for complex adult patient cases.
- Advance Care Planning Discussions: Facilitating conversations about future healthcare preferences and goals of care, including discussions about powers of attorney for personal care.
- Comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment: In-depth evaluation for adults with complex, unclear, or multi-system medical conditions, involving detailed history, physical examination, and coordination of necessary investigations.
- Perioperative Medical Consultation: Assessing and managing medical risks (e.g., cardiac, respiratory) for patients undergoing surgery to ensure safety and optimize post-operative recovery.
Note: This list represents some of the key services offered by Dr. Narula. As a specialist in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Care, he provides comprehensive diagnostic and management services. For specific inquiries about whether your condition falls within Dr. Narula's scope of practice, please discuss with your referring physician or contact the clinic.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standards of practice set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA).
Dr. Narula's practice is located in Downtown Lethbridge, situated in the South Lethbridge East neighborhood near the High Level Bridge (CPR Viaduct). The location is accessible via Lethbridge Transit, ensuring convenient access for patients across the city. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for appointments with Dr. Narula? Is it covered by Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP)?
- In AB, medical consultations with specialists like Dr. Narula are typically covered by your provincial health insurance (Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP)) when you present a valid health card and have the required referral. You generally do not pay directly for the consultation service itself. Some specific procedures, forms, or administrative tasks might not be covered by Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) and may incur a separate fee according to provincial guidelines. Please inquire if you have questions about uninsured services.
- Can I book an appointment directly or do I absolutely need a referral?
- A referral from your family physician or another medical specialist is required to see Dr. Narula. As experts in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Care, Internists and Geriatricians see patients based on specific medical questions posed by the referring doctor. This ensures continuity of care and that the consultation is appropriate for your needs. Please have your doctor forward the referral information.
- When should someone be referred to an Internist or Geriatrician?
- Referrals are typically appropriate for adults with complex diagnostic challenges, poorly controlled chronic diseases (like advanced Chronic Respiratory Diseases or Complex Infections Consultation), multiple interacting medical conditions, or unexplained symptoms. For older adults, referrals are common for geriatric syndromes such as falls, memory decline, frailty, or complex medication management (Management of Patients with Multiple Comorbidities). Your family doctor can best determine if a specialist consultation is needed.
960 19 St S, Chinook Regional Hospital
Lethbridge, AB T1J 1W5
Phone: (403) 388-6111
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Narula is a licensed physician regulated by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) under the Health Professions Act in AB. Patients are typically seen by referral from their primary care physician.
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