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Dr. Rakhi Thambi, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 53
Dr. Rakhi Thambi, MD
3.3 (12 Ratings)

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Dr. Rakhi Thambi, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Chicago, IL.
Dr. Rakhi Thambi, MD
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Dr. Rakhi Thambi, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 53
Chicago, IL
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Rakhi Thambi, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Chicago, IL.

About

Dr. Thambi graduated from Rush University. Dr. Rakhi Thambi, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Chicago, IL and has 27 years experience. Dr. Thambi currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics. At present, Dr. Thambi received an average rating of 3.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Dr. Thambi's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Thambi is board certified in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Dysphagia
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Ear Tube Placement
Dysphagia
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Ear Tube Placement
Dysphagia
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Cleft Hard Palate
Cleft Soft Palate
Oral Cancer
Adenoidectomy
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Sleep Study
Thyroid Lobectomy
Tonsillectomy
Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Anosmia
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Bell's Palsy
Big Ears
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Broken Nose
Cholesteatoma
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Cleft Palate
Common Cold
Conductive Hearing Loss
Cough
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Deafness
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Deformities of Auricle or Pinna
Deviated Septum
Dizziness
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Enlarged Turbinates
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Facial Fracture
Facial Nerve Disorder
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gum Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Headache
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Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Hyperparathyroidism
Labyrinthitis
Laryngeal Cancer
Laryngitis
Leukoplakia
Lip Cancer
Loss of Smell and Taste
Malignant Otitis Externa
Meniere's Disease
Mixed Hearing Loss
Nasal Polyp
Nosebleed
Oral or Facial Cleft
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Perforated Eardrum
Peritonsillar Abscess
Pharyngitis
Postnasal Drip
Primary Central Sleep Apnea
Salivary Gland Cancer
Salivary Gland Cyst
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sinusitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Sleep Apnea
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Throat Pain
Thyroid Cancer
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TMJ
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Tongue Cancer
Tongue-Tie
Tonsil Cancer
Tonsillitis
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Vertigo
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Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Vocal Cord Polyp
Wheezing
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Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Audiometry
Carotid Ultrasound
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Excision or Destruction of Dentoalveolar Lesion or Tumor
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
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Laryngectomy and Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Oral Cancer Screening
Parathyroidectomy
Rhinoseptoplasty
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Thyroid Scan
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Ultrasound, Thyroid
Uvulectomy
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction
Wound Repair

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  • Choice Plus POS
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    Options PPO
    Medica Choice
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    Blue Print PPO
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  • Sagamore Plus PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Open Choice PPO
    Aetna
    Savings Plus of IL OA Select

Locations

  1. 1 University of Illinois Hospital
    1740 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (312) 996-6553
  2. 2 University of Illinois Hospital
    1740 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612
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  3. 3 Office
    1855 W Taylor St # 648, Chicago, IL 60612
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  4. 4 UI Health Kidney Transplant Clinic
    1009 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60612
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3.3
Based on 12 Reviews
5 Stars (6)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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Specialties*
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Rush University
    1997
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  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Rakhi Thambi, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Thambi's profile.

Dr. Rakhi Thambi, MD is affiliated with University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics.

Yes, Dr. Rakhi Thambi, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics

    1740 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL