4.2
6 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Somasundar Ponnandai is a surgeon with 36 years of experience in the medical field. He earned his medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed his residency at West Virginia University Hospital. His extensive surgical background has equipped him with comprehensive skills across various surgical specialties. Dr. Ponnandai is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Ponnandai practices at Roger Williams Medical Center in Providence, Rhode Island, and maintains affiliations with both Roger Williams Medical Center and Providence VA Medical Center. He specializes in treating complex conditions including colorectal cancer, diverticular disease, and gastrointestinal cancer. His surgical expertise encompasses procedures such as pathology testing, surgical pathology, and brain tumor biopsies. Patients have rated Dr. Ponnandai an average of 4.2 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.
Dr. Ponnandai practices at Roger Williams Medical Center in Providence, Rhode Island, and maintains affiliations with both Roger Williams Medical Center and Providence VA Medical Center. He specializes in treating complex conditions including colorectal cancer, diverticular disease, and gastrointestinal cancer. His surgical expertise encompasses procedures such as pathology testing, surgical pathology, and brain tumor biopsies. Patients have rated Dr. Ponnandai an average of 4.2 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.
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Quick Facts
- 36 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- West Virginia University Hospital
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Dr. Somasundar Sadasivan Ponnandai, MD | Dr. Jenicka Hornung, PhD | Dr. John Claude Ward-Horner, PhD | Dr. Tracy A Kuck |
| Surgery | Psychology | Other | Other |
| 36 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | |||
| Providence , RI | Milford , MA | Milford , MA | Milford , MA |
| Med School: WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | |||
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Somasundar Sadasivan Ponnandai has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Somasundar Sadasivan Ponnandai has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Rhode Island, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
West Virginia University Hospital
Medical School
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINEGraduated in 2000
Madras Medical CollegeGraduated in 1990
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. Somasundar Ponnandai speak?
- Dr. Somasundar Ponnandai speaks Spanish and English.
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- Dr. Somasundar Ponnandai is affiliated with Roger Williams Medical Center and Providence Va Medical Center.
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