Summary

Dr. Soma Tharakan is a family medicine physician who brings four and a half decades of medical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Nilratan Sircar Medical College and completed her residency training at Howard University Hospital. Her extensive career has allowed her to develop comprehensive skills in primary care and preventive medicine. Dr. Tharakan is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling her to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Tharakan practices at locations in Fairfax, Virginia, including the Fairfax Health Center and Alexander T Augusta Military Medical Center at Fort Belvoir. She maintains an affiliation with Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute, reflecting her commitment to holistic patient care that addresses both physical and mental health needs. Her decades of experience have equipped her with the knowledge to manage a wide range of family medicine concerns and provide comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 46 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Howard University Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Soma Tharakan has 2 locations

Fairfax Health Center

4375 Fair Lakes CtFairfax, VA 22033
Mon7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat7:00 am - 2:00 pm
SunClosed

Alexander T Augusta Military Medical Center

9300 Dewitt LoopFort Belvoir, VA 22060

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Med School: Nilratan Sircar Medical College Med School: University of Gondar College of Medicine Med School: University of Maryland Eastern Shore
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Soma Tharakan

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Soma Tharakan has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Soma Tharakan has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Dr. Soma Tharakan holds an active medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Howard University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Nilratan Sircar Medical College in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Tharakan's NPI number is 1245427764.

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Dr. Soma Tharakan speaks English and Spanish.

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