Summary

Dr. Jarita Dihenkar is a geriatric medicine specialist who also practices internal medicine and hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of Mumbai and has been caring for patients for 37 years. Dr. Dihenkar speaks English.

Dr. Dihenkar is affiliated with Wilmington VA Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout Pennsylvania and Delaware, including Philadelphia and Wilmington. She focuses on treating conditions such as joint pain, knee pain, and electrolyte imbalances like low potassium levels. Her extensive experience in geriatric care allows her to address the complex health needs of older adults with compassion and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • 37 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI
  • 3 specialties
  • 19 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Jarita Hiralal Dihenkar has 5 locations

Philadelphia Va Medical Center

3900 Woodland AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104

Wilmington Va Medical Center

1601 Kirkwood HwyWilmington, DE 19805

Christiana Hospital

4755 Ogletown Stanton RdNewark, DE 19718

Christianacare Wilmington Hospital

501 W 14th StWilmington, DE 19801

Select Specialty Hospital Wilmington

501 W 14th St Fl 9Wilmington, DE 19801

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37 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Philadelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PACollegeville , PA
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI Med School: West Virginia University School of Medicine Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jarita Hiralal Dihenkar

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • GEHA
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Optum Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jarita Hiralal Dihenkar has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jarita Hiralal Dihenkar has the following 19 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Check-up
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • EOL Care
  • Heartburn
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Physical
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. Jarita Hiralal Dihenkar holds an active medical license in the state of Delaware.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Delaware that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI in 1993 and Topiwala National Medical College in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Dihenkar's NPI number is 1326098450.

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Dr. Jarita Dihenkar is affiliated with Wilmington Va Medical Center.
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