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Bhanu Iyer, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes

4.9
(279)

Female

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About me

Bhanu Iyer, MD, FACE, ECNUDr. Bhanu Iyer is a fellowship-trained endocrinologist with Atlantic Medical Group’s Thyroid Center. With board certifications in endocrinology and internal medicine, Dr. Iyer diagnoses and treats endocrine disorders such as diabetes, thyroid and parathyroid disorders, hyperlipidemia and obesity. A proponent of functional medicine, she strives to gain a detailed understanding of each patient’s genetic, biochemical, and lifestyle factors to provide personalized treatment plans that lead to improved health outcomes. Dr. Iyer joins Dr. James Chen, the Thyroid Center's director from her role as chief medical officer at Elk Medical, a private practice in Brooklyn, NY. She is one of few endocrinologists in the area who has earned ECNU certification in neck ultrasonography. This certification allows Dr. Iyer to perform diagnostic evaluations including ultrasound-guided thyroid, parathyroid, and lymph node biopsies.With a focus on healthy eating to treat many metabolic conditions, Dr. Iyer is helping patients control their blood sugar, lose weight, and improve their overall well-being. She advocates for whole food, plant-based nutrition, earning a certification from T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies at Cornell University. Dr. Iyer is fluent in Hindi and Tamil. She maintains membership in the American Thyroid Association, the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, and the Endocrine Society. She is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization.

Areas of focus: Endocrinology - including diabetes, osteoporosis, thyroid and parathyroid disorders.

SPECIALTIES

  • Endocrinology

AFFILIATIONS

  • Atlantic Medical Group

  • Overlook Medical Center

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Education & Experience

TRAINING

Kasturba Medical CollegeMedical School
Interfaith Medical CenterResidency
SUNY Downstate Medical CenterFellowship

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

Endocrinology Diabetes and MetabolismAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal Medicine

Patient Reviews

OVERALL RATING

4.9

(279 ratings)
20 reviews
  • 5.0
    Aug 30, 2025
    I had a first visit with the provider, cant answer all the questions yet. Will see her in 3 months for the next appointment.will do second appt. With the team by september. No 3 months experience yet, the provider is thorough and professional. I would recommend her highly.
  • 5.0
    Aug 29, 2025
    Original appointment got moved back 45 minutes- and then still had to wait an hour for the doctor
  • 5.0
    Aug 27, 2025
    I felt very relaxed and enjoyed my time in the doctor's office.
  • 5.0
    Aug 25, 2025
    The staff is always courteous and friendly
  • 1.8
    Aug 22, 2025
    Felt rushed. Had other questions that I couldn't ask. The provider did the bare minimum and didn't seem opento other questions.