Summary

Dr. Punam Thakkar specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, bringing 15 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at University Hospital of Brooklyn. Dr. Thakkar is fluent in English.

Dr. Thakkar practices at the GW Ear, Nose & Throat Center in Washington, DC. She treats patients with thyroid nodules and goiter, while also providing care for those facing head and neck cancer. Her expertise includes performing fiberoptic pharyngoscopy and coordinating pathology tests to help diagnose and monitor various ear, nose, and throat conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 15 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Hospital Of Brooklyn
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

GW Ear, Nose & Throat Center - West End: 2300 M Street

2300 M St NW Fl 4Washington, DC 20037
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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15 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
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Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Northeast Ohio Medical University Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Punam Thakkar

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optima Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Trusted Health Plan
  • Trusted Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Punam Thakkar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Punam Thakkar has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Punam Thakkar holds an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hospital Of Brooklyn.

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 2011.

NPI Number

Punam Thakkar's NPI number is 1619261187.

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Where is Punam Thakkar's office located?
Punam Thakkar's office is located at 2300 M St NW Fl 4, Washington, DC, 20037.
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