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Dr. Nithin Adappa, MD

Dr. Nithin Adappa, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Nithin Adappa, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 2005. He is affiliated with Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

3400 Spruce St Philadelphia, PA 19104
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Adappa specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Adappa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Adappa

4.4
7 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
86%
86%
4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
14%
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Really have had multiple bad experiences with Dr. Adappa for a rare ENT issue. It seems like they just keep trying to give bandaid solutions then they are apathetic when it doesn't work. Last week when we went, they were 90 minutes behind schedule, and all he told me was 'it's not getting much worse so there's nothing we can do'. I have a bleeding ulcer in my left nostril that he's proposed not one solution for. I would not recommend him, I don't think he wants to spend time on anything that requires investigation or extensive time to help a patient solve.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Parker Navarro – Feb 26, 2025
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Dr. Adappa is the best. He has no fear of telling you the truth. Very personable and takes time to answer your questions. Very knowledgeable. Start with him.
What went well
  • 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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Oct 23, 2020
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Dr Adappa is phenomenal. Caring, thorough, personable and very confident. Just what anyone would want in a surgeon. His staff are all top notch as well. Could not be more pleased with the care I received. Very grateful to have found him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 09, 2019
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Top notch Dr. Very personable. Never too busy to answer questions. If you take away his lab coat he's just a regular guy. The people in his office at U of Penn are the same way. If you're looking for the best. This guy better be on your short list.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Michael K in Idaho Falls, Idaho – Sep 24, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Nithin Adappa, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 2005. He is affiliated with Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He is accepting telehealth appointments.
  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck 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.

  • Case Western Reserve University

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
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Locations

Practice

Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania3400 Spruce St Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Practice

University of Pennsylvania3400 Civic Center Blvd Philadelphia, PA 19104
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

    3400 Spruce St
    Philadelphia, PA 19104
    Recipient of 60
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    11% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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