Dr. Thinesh Dahanayake, MD | Colchester, CT | Pulmonology

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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.

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accepting new patients
4.3

24 Ratings
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

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Only wish he also did primary care but he only does pulmonary medicine.

April 23rd, 2019

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Very satisfied with my medical care and got me to stop smoking and breathe better despite years of smoking

April 20th, 2019

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Known as Dr D by his staff and patients this young man solved a problem I have dealt with for over 15 yrs; a chronic cough and lung congestion, which really impaired my day to day life. Dr D solved my problems with one visit which totally changed my life for the better. I would highly recommend him and the office to everyone. The service and Doctor is the Best Ever !!!!!!!!!

April 17th, 2019

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Had excellent care by this doc. Called me after with abnormal results and took me through the whole process of diagnosis and treatment. I owe a lot to him. Staff is good too. Highly suggest him to anyone with lung problems.

March 13th, 2019

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Dr. D is an amazing doctor! He takes time to explain things to his patients. What a great guy! I highly recommend him!

March 11th, 2019

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Changed to him from another pulmonolgist in the area and what a different experience. Explained my diagnosis and my symptoms are much better after treatment. Highly recommended.

July 15th, 2018

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Dr. Dahanayake is a wonderful doctor. He really cares about his patients. He's very thorough, warm, very smart and a delight as a physician. My husband and I are very fortunate to have Dr. Dahanayake as our Pulmonary doctor. We learned a lot from him. We feel blessed and quite thankful indeed.

June 12th, 2018

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Excellent physician

September 19th, 2015

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Really great doctor. He took such good care of my family and my stepmother during a really difficult time.

December 26th, 2014

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I have been seeing him for two years and Dr. D spent time with me and made me feel like a person not a number in an assembly line. My breathing is much better because of him. Highly recommended.

November 29th, 2014

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123 Broadway StColchester, CT 06415

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79 Wawecus St Ste 103Norwich, CT 06360

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Dr. Thinesh Dahanayake, MD	Dr. Zachary Alan Kahn, MD	Dr. Zack John Williams, MD	Dr. Ho Hyun Yoo, MD
Pulmonology	Pediatrics	Hospital Medicine	Emergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (24 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3 (4 Ratings)
23 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience	13 Years of Experience	30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Colchester , CT	East Lyme , CT	Hartford , CT	New Britain , CT
Med School: Albany Medical College	Med School: Midwestern University-Arizona College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University	Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Connecticut, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Albany Medical CollegeGraduated in 2003

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