Dr. Janaki L. Emani, MD | Columbia, SC | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery

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Dr. Janaki Emani is a board-certified specialist in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery with additional expertise in plastic surgery. She earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and has been practicing for 22 years. Dr. Emani speaks both English and Spanish, helping her connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Emani is affiliated with MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center and practices at multiple SCENT Allergy & Sleep Medicine locations throughout Columbia, Lexington, and Orangeburg, South Carolina. She specializes in treating conditions such as rhinitis and various allergic reactions. Her expertise includes performing allergen immunotherapy, sublingual immunotherapy, and endoscopic sinus surgery to help patients find relief from chronic sinus and allergy issues. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.4 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.4

27 Ratings
22 years of experience
37 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
19 written reviews
1 award
2 specialties
10 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
6 office locations
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Emani's Ratings and Reviews

4.4

27 Ratings with 19 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 16 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (18) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Provided follow-up after the visit: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (19) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: (1) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Staff was courteous: (1) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)

Patients consistently praise Dr. Janaki Lakshmi Emani for her thoroughness, professionalism, and kind bedside manner, noting her ability to explain medical issues and procedures clearly while making patients feel understood and at ease. Many find her personable, knowledgeable, and attentive, often complimenting her for dedicating valuable time to answering questions without rushing. However, some patients have expressed dissatisfaction with the initial visits, mentioning a lack of personal introduction, a rushed or robotic manner during examinations, and an unwelcoming demeanor from the office staff, which led to disappointment and reluctance to recommend the practice.

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I was able to see Dr. Imani fairly quickly. She did a great job with explaining the next steps of my issue.

April 15th, 2026

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Dr. Emani is incredible!!

March 7th, 2026

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We have had good experiences with Dr. Emani both times we have seen her. She was thorough and answered all of my questions. She has a kind, friendly bedside manner and came in to go over my son’s results with us even though we had seen her assistant the week prior.

December 9th, 2025

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It was great and on time and was really nice and respectful

October 16th, 2025

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I found Dr Emani very easy to understand and easy to ask questions of. She spent an adequate amount of time with me and provided options.

August 24th, 2025

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Dr Emani is very personable and easy to speak with. She was thorough and explained everything clearly.

August 24th, 2025

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Very kind understanding and always knows what she is doing and make sure the patient understand everything she deserve a five star

July 4th, 2025

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I was so satisfied with the treatment plan provided by Dr Emani. She was very pleasant and professional as was the audiologist I saw.

July 3rd, 2025

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Dr Emani is very professional and strikes a balance of knowledgeable and caring.

April 10th, 2025

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Dr. Emani is everything a doctor should be! She is personable, asks the right questions, is thorough in her examination, took the time to understand my medical issue and walked me through the procedures she was going to do. She allowed me to ask questions and she gave me understandable answers. She is a great listener and gives of her valuable time without rushing me through my next steps ….thank you Dr. Emani.

April 9th, 2025

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696 Columbiana Dr Ste BColumbia, SC 29212

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Dr. Janaki Lakshmi Emani, MD	Dr. Arthur Jung Nam, MD	Niccole Aldridge Mount	Dr. John Cameron Kirchner, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Plastic Surgery	Nurse Practitioner	Plastic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.4 (27 Ratings)	4 (8 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.5 (4 Ratings)
22 Years of Experience	22 Years of Experience		52 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish
Columbia , SC	Columbia , SC	Columbia , SC	Columbia , SC
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine	Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University		Med School: Mc Gill Univ Fac Of Med
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Allergies
Chronic Sinusitis
Deviated Septum
Facial Trauma
Hearing Loss
Plastic Surgery
Polyps
Smell Disorders
Swallowing Disorders
Tumors

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Northwestern University Feinberg School Of MedicineGraduated in 2004

Dr. Gregory Alan Sexton, MD
Plastic Surgery
44 Years Exp | Columbia, SC
(24)
Dr. Stephen James Kroll
Plastic Surgery
52 Years Exp | Columbia, SC
(8)
Dr. Paulina Baotran Le
Plastic Surgery
6 Years Exp | Columbia, SC
(0)
Amy Romine
Nurse Practitioner
| West Columbia, SC
(0)
Dr. Jack Thomas Mccarthy
Plastic Surgery
3 Years Exp | Columbia, SC
(0)
Dr. Alexandria Renee Waler
Plastic Surgery
5 Years Exp | Columbia, SC
(0)
Dr. Taylor Paul Tidwell
Plastic Surgery
3 Years Exp | Columbia, SC
(0)
Dr. Jatin Prabhakar Vemuri
Plastic Surgery
1 Year Exp | Columbia, SC
(0)
Dr. Tahira Iman Prendergast, MD
Plastic Surgery
22 Years Exp | Tampa, FL
(1)
Dr. John Newkirk, MD
Plastic Surgery
50 Years Exp | West Columbia, SC
(20)

Where is Dr. Janaki Emani's office located?: Dr. Janaki Emani's office is located at 696 Columbiana Dr Ste B, Columbia, SC, 29212.
Which hospitals is Dr. Janaki Emani affiliated with?: Dr. Janaki Emani is affiliated with Musc Health Kershaw Medical Center.
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