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Dr. Rakesh Dhar, MD

Waltham, MA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dhar, Physiatrist in Waltham, MA?

    Dr. Rakesh Dhar, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Waltham, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Dhar completed his residency at Boston Medical Center, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Dhar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dhar’s office at (781) 895-7900.

    Where did Dr. Dhar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Boston Medical Center, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Kempegowda Inst of Med Sci, Bangalore University, India

    What languages does Dr. Dhar speak?

    Dr. Dhar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    Does Dr. Dhar accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Dhar's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Dhar's office located?

    Dr. Rakesh Dhar's Primary Practice

    85 1st Ave

    Waltham, MA 02451

    (781) 895-7900

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    Dr. Rakesh Dhar's Practice 2

    2007 Bay St Ste 100

    Taunton, MA 02780

    (508) 844-4200

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    Dr. Rakesh Dhar's Practice 3

    65 Walnut St Ste 150

    Wellesley Hills, MA 02481

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    What is Dr. Dhar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Dhar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053385708.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dhar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dhar

    What is Dr. Rakesh Dhar's specialty?

    Dr. Dhar is a Physiatrist near Waltham, MA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Dhar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rakesh Dhar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dhar is affiliated with Emerson Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Rakesh Dhar accepting new patients in Waltham, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Rakesh Dhar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rakesh Dhar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dhar's office at (781) 895-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rakesh Dhar?

    Please contact Dr. Dhar's office at (781) 895-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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