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Dr. Arunachalam Thenappan, MD

Dr. Arunachalam Thenappan, MD

Pediatric Surgery*

Dr. Arunachalam Thenappan, MD is a pediatric surgeon in New Brunswick, NJ. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Children's Specialized Hospital and Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.

4 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Locations

Rutgers - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Rutgers - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School125 Paterson St # 3300 New Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

Medical Education Building1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl New Brunswick, NJ 08901
2

Care Philosophy

"Accepted Health Plan information is only as accurate as the most current information submitted. Prior to your appointment, it is advisable to verify with a physician office that they are still a participating provi..."

- Dr. Arunachalam Thenappan, MD

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Thenappan specializes in the areas of Critical Care Surgery & General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Quiet HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals

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Dr. Thenappan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thenappan

4.0

4 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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MaryAnne – Dec 27, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Shira – Dec 25, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nov 29, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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A Loving Mom – May 25, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

Accepted Health Plan information is only as accurate as the most current information submitted. Prior to your appointment, it is advisable to verify with a physician office that they are still a participating provider.
  • Pediatric Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • State University Of New York At Buffalo

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
Critical Care Surgery
General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

    1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl
    New Brunswick, NJ 08901
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Children's Specialized Hospital

    200 Somerset St
    New Brunswick, NJ 08901
  • Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

    94 Old Short Hills Rd
    Livingston, NJ 07039
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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