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Summary
Dr. Tharini Gunapalan is an endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes and metabolism, hospital medicine, and internal medicine. She earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Eastern Virginia Medical School. With 12 years of clinical experience, Dr. Gunapalan brings extensive knowledge in managing complex hormonal and metabolic conditions.
Dr. Gunapalan practices at multiple locations throughout Virginia, including Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Chesapeake General Hospital, and Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center in Chesapeake and Virginia Beach. She focuses on treating thyroid nodules, goiter, and type 2 diabetes. Her expertise includes performing specialized procedures such as thyroid and parathyroid ultrasound, cranial ultrasound, and adrenal gland needle biopsy to help diagnose and monitor endocrine disorders.
Dr. Gunapalan practices at multiple locations throughout Virginia, including Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Chesapeake General Hospital, and Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center in Chesapeake and Virginia Beach. She focuses on treating thyroid nodules, goiter, and type 2 diabetes. Her expertise includes performing specialized procedures such as thyroid and parathyroid ultrasound, cranial ultrasound, and adrenal gland needle biopsy to help diagnose and monitor endocrine disorders.
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Quick Facts
- 12 years of experience
- Eastern Virginia Medical School
- 3 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Tharini Gunapalan has 5 locationsSentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
1060 First Colonial RdVirginia Beach, VA 23454 Tel: (757) 395-8000
Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group Endocrinology
4421 VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD STE 112VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23462Mon8:30 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
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| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Twi, French | Speaks Spanish, English | |
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| Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | Med School: Obafemi Awolowo College Of Health Sciences Olabisi Onabanjo University | Med School: Meharry Medical College | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Tharini Gunapalan
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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
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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- Dr. Tharini Gunapalan's office is located at 736 Battlefield Blvd N, Chesapeake, VA, 23320.
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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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