Summary

An experienced anesthesiologist with more than 40 years’ experience in her field, Hortancia G. Puthumana, M.D., works closely with the cancer care team at City of Hope® Cancer Center Chicago to ensure that patients receive treatment in a safe, effective and comfortable environment.Dr. Puthumana earned her medical degree at the Calicut Medical College in Kerala, India, where she also completed an internship. After moving to the United States, she completed an additional internship in anesthesiology, followed by a residency in the same field at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. She completed her specialty training with another anesthesiology residency at Chicago’s Cook County Hospital. Before joining City of Hope, Dr. Puthumana held the role of staff anesthesiologist at several hospitals across Illinois.She is a member of the American Medical Association and the American Society of Anesthesiologists and is fluent in both English and Malayalam.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 1
  • 52 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Calicut Med Coll Hosp
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

City of Hope Cancer Center Chicago

2520 Elisha AveZion, IL 60099
Mon5:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue5:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed5:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu5:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri5:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun6:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Speaks English
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Med School: Med College Calicut University Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Hortancia G. Puthumana

  • Aetna
  • Amita Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr Hortancia G. Puthumana has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Hortancia G. Puthumana has the following area of expertise

  • Anesthesia

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Calicut Med Coll Hosp
Cook County Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Anesthesiology
Cook County Hospital Program

Medical School

Med College Calicut UniversityGraduated in 1974
Trichur Medical College / University of CalicutGraduated in 1974
Med Coll, Calicut University, Calicut, KeralaGraduated in 1974

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr Hortancia Puthumana affiliated with?
Dr Hortancia Puthumana is affiliated with Vista Medical Center East.
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What languages does Dr Hortancia Puthumana speak?
Dr Hortancia Puthumana speaks English.
Where is Dr Hortancia Puthumana's office located?
Dr Hortancia Puthumana's office is located at 2520 Elisha Ave, Zion, IL, 60099.

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