Summary

Dr. Karthik Gunachelvan is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated 36 years to providing comprehensive adult healthcare. He earned his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica and completed his residency training at Brookdale Hospital Medical Center in 1990. Dr. Gunachelvan speaks both English and Tamil, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Gunachelvan practices in Darien, Connecticut, and maintains his affiliation with Brookdale Hospital Medical Center. He specializes in managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, conditions that require careful monitoring and treatment. His diagnostic expertise includes performing complete blood counts and various blood tests to help identify and monitor patient health conditions.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 36 years of experience
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Tamil
  • Brookdale Hospital Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Karthik Gunachelvan

1500 Post Rd Ste 100Darien, CT 06820
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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36 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Tamil Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English Speaks English
Darien , CTMesquite , TXLyons , COBrookline , MA
Med School: Ross University School of Medicine Dominica Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Regis College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Karthik Gunachelvan

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CBA Blue
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - Medicare
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care - HMO
  • Health New England
  • Health New England - HMO
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • MassHealth
  • MassHealth - Medicaid
  • MassHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Trusted Health Plan
  • Trusted Health Plan - Medicare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UniCare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Well Sense Health Plan
  • Well Sense Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Well Sense Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Karthik Gunachelvan has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Karthik Gunachelvan has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Karthik Gunachelvan holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Brookdale Hospital Medical Center in 1990.

Medical School

Graduated from Ross University School of Medicine Dominica in 1990.

NPI Number

Karthik Gunachelvan's NPI number is 1740604941.

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Karthik Gunachelvan's office is located at 1500 Post Rd Ste 100, Darien, CT, 06820.
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