Summary

Dr. Viren Punja is a surgeon who specializes in trauma surgery, providing critical care for patients with serious injuries. He earned his medical degree from Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences in Bangalore, India, and completed his residency at Yale New Haven Children's Hospital in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Punja further advanced his training with a fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He speaks English fluently.

Dr. Punja practices at CHI Health Clinic Trauma Surgery in Omaha, Nebraska, where he focuses on treating patients with complex trauma cases. His expertise includes caring for individuals with traumatic brain injuries, closed head injuries, and rib fractures. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as CT scans and abdominal ultrasounds, and provides sedation services when needed for patient comfort during treatment.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

CHI Health Clinic Trauma Surgery (CUMC - Bergan Mercy)

7500 Mercy Rd Ste 2000Omaha, NE 68124

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Omaha , NEOmaha , NEOmaha , NEOmaha , NE
Med School: Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore, India Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Viren P. Punja

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - HMO
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Viren P. Punja has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Viren P. Punja has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

Viren P. Punja holds an active medical license in the state of Nebraska.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Nebraska that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA.

Residency

Completed their residency at Yale New Haven Childrens Hospital, New Haven, CT.

Medical School

Graduated from Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore, India.

NPI Number

Viren P. Punja's NPI number is 1144540295.

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Viren Punja speaks English.
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Viren Punja's office is located at 7500 Mercy Rd Ste 2000, Omaha, NE, 68124.

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