Summary

Dr. Tharini Gunapalan is an endocrinologist specializing in diabetes and metabolism, with additional expertise in hospital medicine and internal medicine. She earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School. With 12 years of experience treating patients with complex hormonal and metabolic conditions, Dr. Gunapalan brings comprehensive knowledge to managing endocrine disorders.

Dr. Gunapalan practices at multiple Sentara locations including Princess Anne Hospital, Virginia Beach General Hospital, and Obici Hospital, as well as Chesapeake General Hospital and Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center across Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Suffolk. She focuses on treating thyroid nodules, goiter, and osteoporosis, helping patients manage these common endocrine conditions. Her procedural expertise includes thyroid and parathyroid ultrasound, cranial ultrasound, and adrenal gland needle biopsy to provide accurate diagnosis and monitoring for her patients.
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Quick Facts

  • 12 years of experience
  • Eastern Virginia Medical School
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Tharini Gunapalan has 5 locations

Chesapeake General Hospital

736 Battlefield Blvd NChesapeake, VA 23320

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital

2025 Glenn Mitchell DrVirginia Beach, VA 23456

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

1060 First Colonial RdVirginia Beach, VA 23454

Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group Endocrinology

4421 Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 112Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Sentara Obici Hospital

2800 Godwin BlvdSuffolk, VA 23434

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12 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Twi, French Speaks English
Chesapeake , VAOxon Hill , MDFalls Church , VAPortsmouth , VA
Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: Obafemi Awolowo College Of Health Sciences Olabisi Onabanjo University Med School: Meharry Medical College Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Tharini Gunapalan has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Tharini Gunapalan has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

Dr. Tharini Gunapalan holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School.

Medical School

Graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine in 2014.

NPI Number

Dr. Gunapalan's NPI number is 1558776427.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Tharini Gunapalan affiliated with?
Dr. Tharini Gunapalan is affiliated with Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, CHESAPEAKE GENERAL HOSPITAL, and Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center.
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