Summary

Dr. Thinesh Dahanayake is a pulmonologist who also specializes in critical care medicine, internal medicine, and emergency medicine. He earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College and has been practicing for 23 years. Dr. Dahanayake is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Dahanayake is affiliated with The William W Backus Hospital and practices at locations in Norwich and Colchester, Connecticut. He focuses on treating sleep disorders, including sleep apnea and obstructive sleep apnea in both adults and children. His expertise includes performing chest CT scans and other diagnostic imaging procedures. Patients rate him 4.3 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 23 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Albany Medical College
  • 13 written reviews
  • 4 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 4 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Thinesh Dahanayake has 2 locations

Pulmonary Physicians Of Norwich Pc

123 Broadway StColchester, CT 06415
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Pulmonary Physicians Of Norwich Pc

79 Wawecus St Ste 103Norwich, CT 06360
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Thinesh Dahanayake, MDDr. Timothy King SmithDr. Paul Stuart KanferDr. Robert Steven Wallis
PulmonologyEmergency MedicinePreventative MedicineInfectious Disease
Accepts New Patients
4.3 
23 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Colchester , CTNew London , CTWaterford , CTOLD LYME , CT
Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: University of Connecticut Med School: Universita Degli Studi Di Bologna Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Thinesh Dahanayake has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thinesh Dahanayake has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Asthma
  • Check-up
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

Dr. Thinesh Dahanayake holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Albany Medical College in 2003.

NPI Number

Dr. Dahanayake's NPI number is 1639293186.

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Dr. Thinesh Dahanayake speaks English and Spanish.
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