Summary

Dr. Thomas Donkar is a board-certified surgeon who specializes in general surgery with 18 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency training at Maimonides Medical Center. Dr. Donkar pursued advanced fellowship training at both Strong Memorial Hospital and Mount Sinai Medical Center, enhancing his surgical expertise and patient care skills. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Donkar practices at Saint Lukes Miners Campus and provides surgical care in Coaldale and Tamaqua, Pennsylvania. He treats patients with ventral hernias, gallbladder conditions, and Type 2 diabetes. His procedural expertise includes chronic wound care and wound debridement procedures. Patients have given Dr. Donkar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his surgical care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 18 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Strong Memorial Hospital
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 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

Thomas G Donkar has 2 locations

St. Luke's General Surgery - Miners

206 7th StCoaldale, PA 18218
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

St. Luke’s Wound Care Center - Tamaqua

1299 E Broad StTamaqua, PA 18252
Mon8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
WedClosed
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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18 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, German
Coaldale , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Thomas G Donkar

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Capital Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • Keystone First
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Thomas G Donkar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Thomas G Donkar has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Thomas G Donkar holds an active medical license in the states of New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Strong Memorial Hospital in 2015 and Mount Sinai Medical Center in 2011.

Residency

Completed their residency at Maimonides Medical Center in 2014 and Maimonides Medical Center in 2009.

Medical School

Graduated from Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2008.

NPI Number

Thomas G Donkar's NPI number is 1467613141.

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Which hospitals is Thomas Donkar affiliated with?
Thomas Donkar is affiliated with Saint Lukes Miners Campus.

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