Summary

Dr. Hassan Paknezhad specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, focusing on conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. He earned his medical degree from Tehran University Medical School and completed his residency at Ghazvin University of Medical Sciences in 2003. Dr. Paknezhad further advanced his training through a fellowship at Drexel University College of Medicine in 2019. With 27 years of medical experience, he brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Farsi.

Dr. Paknezhad practices at multiple Geisinger locations throughout Pennsylvania, including facilities in Wilkes Barre and Scranton. He specializes in treating sinus conditions, including both acute and chronic sinusitis, as well as vocal cord dysfunction. His procedural expertise includes endoscopic sinus surgery, which uses minimally invasive techniques to treat sinus problems. He also performs fiberoptic pharyngoscopy and flexible laryngoscopy to examine the throat and voice box. Patients consistently rate Dr. Paknezhad highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 27 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Farsi
  • Drexel University College of Medicine - GME Office
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Hassan Paknezhad has 3 locations

Geisinger Medical Office Building Wyoming Valley

950 E Mountain BlvdWilkes Barre, PA 18711
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

1000 E Mountain DrWilkes Barre, PA 18711

Geisinger Neuroscience Scranton

3 W Olive St # AScranton, PA 18508
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryAllergy & ImmunologyPlastic SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
Accepts New Patients
3.7 
3.3 
27 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience 60 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Farsi Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Wilkes Barre , PAForty Fort , PAFort Myers , FLWilkes Barre , PA
Med School: Tehran University Medical School Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hassan Paknezhad

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Hassan Paknezhad has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hassan Paknezhad has the following area of expertise

  • Otolaryngology

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Drexel University College of Medicine - GME Office2019

Residency

Ghazvin University of Medical Sciences2003

Medical School

Tehran University Medical SchoolGraduated in 1999

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Dr. Hassan Paknezhad speaks English and Farsi.
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Dr. Hassan Paknezhad's office is located at 950 E Mountain Blvd, Wilkes Barre, PA, 18711.
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