Nicholas C. Purdy
Expertise in
20
conditions
Expertise in
20
conditions
100 North Academy Avenue, 
Danville, PA 

Overview

Dr. Purdy is board certified in otolaryngology and fellowship-trained in head and neck surgical oncology. His clinical interests include head and neck surgery, thyroid and parathyroid, microvascular reconstruction and transoral robotic surgery. Dr. Purdy earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency at St. Barnabas Medical Center, as well as a fellowship in head and neck surgery and microvascular reconstruction at the University of Miami Hospital. He is certified by the American Osteopathic Association in otolaryngology.|Dr. Purdy provides care to his own community, having earned his bachelor's degree at Bucknell University.

Dr. Purdy is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.

Dr. Purdy is board certified in The American Osteopathic Association In Otolaryngology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Purdy is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine, 2008 - Doctor Of Osteopathic Medicine, 2008

Residency

Saint Barnabas Medical Center, 2013

Specialties

Otolaryngology

Licenses

Otolaryngology in FL

Board Certifications

The American Osteopathic Association In Otolaryngology

Fellowships

University of Miami Hospital and Clinics, 2014

Hospital Affiliations

Geisinger Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Moda Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Geisinger Medical Center - ENT
100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
Other Locations
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Office Building - ENT
950 East Mountain Boulevard, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy

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Is Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy a top-rated expert for Laryngeal Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy is classified as an Distinguished expert for Laryngeal Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy specialize in?

While Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, and Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.

Does Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy accept my insurance?

Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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