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Dr. Jayakar Nayak, MD
Ear, Nose, and Throat*
3.7 (15)
Palo Alto, CA
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21 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Overview of Dr. Jayakar Nayak, MD
Dr. Jayakar Nayak, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Palo Alto, CA. They specialize in Ear, Nose, and Throat, has 21 years of experience, and is board certified in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. They graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine and is affiliated with Stanford Health Care. Patients rated Dr. Nayak an average 3.7 star rating.
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Dr. Nayak's Office Locations
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Stanford Hospital and Clinics801 WELCH RD, Palo Alto, CA 94304 Directions (650) 723-5281
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Palo Alto Va Medical Center3801 Miranda Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94304 Directions (650) 849-0264
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Stanford Hospital and Clinics300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305 Directions (650) 723-4000
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About Dr. Jayakar Nayak, MD
Specialties*
- Ear, Nose, and Throat
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Years of Experience
- 21 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English
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NPI Number
- 1841451556
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Education & Certifications
Medical Education
- University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
Medical Education
Board Certifications
- Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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