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Dr. Nirav Thakkar, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 44
Dr. Nirav Thakkar, MD
4.9 (47 Ratings)

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Dr. Nirav Thakkar, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Orland Park, IL.
Dr. Nirav Thakkar, MD
4.9 (47 Ratings)
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Dr. Nirav Thakkar, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 44
Orland Park, IL
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Nirav Thakkar, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Orland Park, IL.

About

Dr. Nirav Thakkar, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Orland Park, IL and has 16 years experience. They graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine. They currently practice at Century Ear Nose & Throat and are affiliated with Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, Osf Little Company Of Mary Medical Center and Palos Community Hospital. Dr. Thakkar has experience treating conditions like Salivary Gland Cancer, Head or Neck Lump or Swelling and Oral Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Thakkar received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 47 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Thakkar also speaks Gujarati. Dr. Thakkar is board certified in Otolaryngology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Salivary Gland Cancer
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Oral Cancer
Salivary Gland Cancer
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Oral Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Tongue Cancer
Laryngeal Cancer
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Respiratory Infection
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Chronic Rhinitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Deviated Septum
Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Nasal Polyp
Nosebleed
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Thyroid Cancer
Tonsil Cancer
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Glossectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Parathyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy
Tonsillectomy
Acoustic Nerve Disorder
Acute Laryngitis
Anosmia
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Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Bell's Palsy
Broken Nose
Cancer
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Cervical Vertigo
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Pharyngitis
Common Cold
Cough
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Deafness
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Ear Infection
Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) Cancer
ENT Cancer
Facial Nerve Disorder
Gum Cancer
Hearing Loss
Hyperparathyroidism
Laryngitis
Larynx Cancer
Leukoplakia
Lip Cancer
Loss of Smell and Taste
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Malignant Otitis Externa
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Maxillary and Malar Fractures
Meniere's Disease
Mixed Hearing Loss
Nasal Obstruction
Nonsuppurative Otitis Media
Nose Cancer
Osteosarcoma
Otosclerosis
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pharyngeal Candidiasis
Pharyngolaryngitis
Salivary Gland Cyst
Sinus Disorders
Sjögren's Syndrome
Sudden Idiopathic Hearing Loss
Suppurative Otitis Media
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Tongue-Tie
Tracheitis
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Vocal Cord Nodule
Wheezing
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Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Adenoidectomy
Audiometry
Balloon Sinuplasty
Carotid Ultrasound
Cleft Palate Repair (Palatoplasty)
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Dacryocystorhinostomy
Desensitization
Ear Surgery
Ear Tube Placement
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Facial Bone
Excision of Tracheal Tumor or Stenosis
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Frenectomy
Head and Neck Surgery
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Laryngectomy and Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Mastoidectomy
Microvascular Head and Neck Reconstructive Surgery
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Oral Cancer Screening
Perforated Eardrum Repair (Tympanoplasty)
Rhinoseptoplasty
Thyroid Scan
TransOral Robotic Surgery (TORS)
Uvulectomy
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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Locations

  1. 1 Century Ear, Nose and Throat Head and Neck Surgery
    16001 108th Ave, Orland Park, IL 60467

Patient Satisfaction

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4.9
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Mar 15, 2024
Great visit. Healing well. Stitches out.
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Gujarati
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ear, Nose, and Throat
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Endocrine Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    2008
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Illinois at Chicago
    2009
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
    2018
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Nirav Thakkar, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Thakkar's profile.

Dr. Thakkar frequently treats the following conditions: Salivary Gland Cancer, Head or Neck Lump or Swelling and Oral Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Nirav Thakkar, MD is affiliated with Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, Osf Little Company Of Mary Medical Center and Palos Community Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Nirav Thakkar, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center

    4440 W 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL

  • Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital

    3815 Highland Ave, Downers Grove, IL

  • Osf Little Company Of Mary Medical Center

    2800 W 95th St, Evergreen Park, IL

  • Palos Community Hospital

    12251 S 80th Ave, Palos Heights, IL