Summary

Dr. Nikola Puffinbarger is a surgeon who specializes in both general surgery and pediatrics, bringing 35 years of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Health Sciences Center. Dr. Puffinbarger speaks English and has dedicated her career to providing surgical care for young patients.

Dr. Puffinbarger practices at several locations, including Oklahoma City and Oak Lawn, Illinois, with affiliations at Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health and Advocate Children's Hospital. She treats conditions such as ventral hernias, gallbladder stones, and appendicitis in pediatric patients. Her surgical expertise includes performing laparoscopic procedures and sedation management for young patients. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 35 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Health Sciences Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Nikola Kaylar Puffinbarger has 4 locations

Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health - Pediatric General & Plastic Surgery Clinic

1200 Childrens Ave # 2Oklahoma City, OK 73104

Advocate Childrens Hospital

4440 W 95th StOak Lawn, IL 60453

Oklahoma Childrens Hospital At Ou Health

1200 Childrens AveOklahoma City, OK 73104

The University Of Chicago Medicine

5841 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60637

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4.8 
35 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Vietnamese, Spanish, English
Oklahoma City , OKOklahoma City , OKMassillon , OHOklahoma City , OK
Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nikola Kaylar Puffinbarger

  • Aetna Better Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Cigna
  • HealthSmart
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nikola Kaylar Puffinbarger has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nikola Kaylar Puffinbarger has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Endoscopy (Endoscopic Surgery)
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Oklahoma, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Health Sciences Center

Medical School

University Of Oklahoma College Of MedicineGraduated in 1991

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What languages does Dr. Nikola Puffinbarger speak?
Dr. Nikola Puffinbarger speaks English.
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Is Dr. Nikola Puffinbarger accepting new patients?
Dr. Nikola Puffinbarger has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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