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Nirmal Nair, MD

Nirmal Nair, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, Internal Medicine
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
Spanish, English

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7905 Calumet Avenue
Munster, IN 46321

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Franciscan Health Munster

701 Superior Avenue
Munster, IN 46321

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Franciscan Health Dyer

24 Joliet Street
Dyer, IN 46311

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About Me

Education

Medical School:
New York Medical College

Residency:
New York Presbyterian Queens Internal Medicine Residency

Fellowship:
University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine

American Board of Internal Medicine

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Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • BCBS IL
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cigna HealthSpring
  • Cofinity
  • Community Health Alliance
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Encore Health Network
  • Franciscan PHO Northern Indiana, LLC.
  • Healthcare Finest Network
  • Humana
  • Lutheran Preferred
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • Medicaid IL
  • Medicaid IN
  • Medicare IN
  • Medicare Rail Road
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Preferred Network Access
  • Sagamore
  • SIHO
  • Tricare/Humana Military
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Medicaid
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Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(253 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

117 Reviews

05/19/2026

He is very knowledgeable, very good bedside manner and listens to what your saying.

05/19/2026

I already did

05/18/2026

Dr. Nair was patient in explaining test results and prescriptions.

05/16/2026

The day he was overbooked was not a thorough exam. Much was left to a medical assistant.

05/16/2026

Dr is very caring and listens to you and your concerns 10 stars for the dr and staff

05/12/2026

He is very personable, listened to me and answered all my questions. I feel like he is doing something to help me as opposed to just doing tests and prescribing meds.

05/12/2026

He is very friendly and knowledgeable.

05/10/2026

Dr. Nair continues to be genuinely sincere in directing and managing the care of my condition. It is rare to find a doctor that possesses more compassion than arrogance, which puts me completely at ease with his diagnosis and treatment. Just after my visit last week and what he had prescribed for me... I'm already feeling more confident and impressed, frankly regarding the lowering of my daily glucose levels and reduction of insulin spikes.

05/05/2026

Dr. Nair was very thorough and explained everything in terms I could understand.

05/03/2026

Easy level of communication, attention to concerns from the patient

05/02/2026

Very good service

05/02/2026

He spend the necessary time with you. Knowledgeable

05/01/2026

Good Doctor

04/29/2026

I would definitely refer him to friends family. Anyone that needs an endocrinologist. For me he is the best that II would definitely refer him to friends family. Anyone that needs a endocrinologist. For me he is the best that I have dealt with so far. I was referred to him by a family member. And I feel that the word of mouth is definitely one of the best referrals. He listens very well and explains even better. I’m not going to anyone else, but Dr. Nair as my endocrinologist. Very great experience.

04/28/2026

I was pleased that Dr. Nair took the time to look at my chart before coming into the office. He was aware of other testing that I had. He was interested if I had any questions about my condition he explained what current testing he was doing and what it was for.

04/27/2026

Dr. Nair is wonderful. He showed me my thyroid ultrasound and explained everything to me

04/27/2026

He is a doctor who takes the time to listen answer your questions and concerns

04/27/2026

Communicates effectively

04/25/2026

Very knowledgeable and willingness to help. After so much frustration with my health he is a breath of fresh air with his caring nature.

04/22/2026

I’m the only one with diabetes

04/21/2026

Dr shows genuine concern

04/20/2026

I’m happy with my care from Dr Nair.

04/19/2026

The physicians are knowledable and I get good care!

04/14/2026

Dr.Nair makes sure I understand everything correctly and is eager to answer questions.

04/11/2026

My reasons for the score is because Dr. Nair listened and provided amazing feedback for my diagnosed issues. Therefore right away helping me control my blood glucose and my weight. Thank you so much Dr. Nair.

04/09/2026

He takes his time with you and makes you feel that he is open for you to ask questions that you may have. Seems very caring and comes into the room prepared, he as reviewed your file.

04/05/2026

He was a very good listener and he listen to your input and help you with a medical plan to reach my health goals.

03/30/2026

The whole team could not have been any better! 😊

03/26/2026

Dr. Nair was very sincere in seeking to understand my history with type 2 diabetes and my current status. He is the kind of doctor that takes the time to politely listen and provide knowledgeable medical advice in genuine empathy. I feel comfortable making decisions under Dr. Nair's care and guidance.

03/25/2026

Love that guy!

03/23/2026

He’s very attentive to everything that I say answers all of my questions all around good guy

03/21/2026

Professional and courteous, explains treatments very well; always ask if there are any other questions before our time is done.

03/19/2026

Dr Nair is very friendly, approachable, and knowledgeable

03/17/2026

Dr. Nair Is very kind and thorough. He takes his time and listens.

03/11/2026

Communicates extremely well and very personable.

03/09/2026

Very Friendly. Shows great concern and valued advice. Friendly staff!

03/07/2026

He is kind,friendly and very helpful with my treatment.

03/04/2026

He is very understanding. Came up with great game plan & made sure I understand everything going on. I truly appreciate him listening to my hyper self & he said nothing & worked right thru it. Made me instantly feel more comfortable. Thank you for caring.

03/02/2026

I found him to be very professional as a doctor and informative about my health. He was easy to talk to and friendly.

02/27/2026

no one else in my family has diabetes

02/21/2026

Good service

02/21/2026

The amazing doctor take your time when you’re in the room with them ask any questions you ask him and very communicative with the app

02/20/2026

Professional and easy to understand!

02/18/2026

Very kind and prompt. No waiting time to be seen. Dr. Nair took the time to listen to my concerns and explain my lab results.

02/17/2026

Dr Nair is a doctor who listens and answers my questions and concerns

02/13/2026

Spent time explaining everything to me, and was very friendly.

02/13/2026

He was very kind, personable, and took his time. I appreciated that he explained everything to me well and gave me time to ask questions. I never felt rushed. I left feeling at ease about my situation. He gave me the info I needed, answered all questions, and clarified my next steps.

02/11/2026

Doctor Nair listens closely and developed a good plan of care.

02/09/2026

He was very personable answered all my questions and never rushed me . He addressed all my needs.

02/08/2026

I have and I will.

02/05/2026

took his time and listened to me

02/05/2026

As stated before, he was very knowledgeable and concerned about my questions and very patient.

02/05/2026

He is a great dr listens to my concerns and gives me answers

01/27/2026

Dr. Nair and his assistant were very polite and professional. Dr. Nair was pushy on some meds I told him cause me nausea and diarrhea and still prescribed them.

01/22/2026

Very knowledgeable Doctor and nursing staff

01/20/2026

Dr. Nair is so friendly and I never feel rushed with him. He will sit and answer my questions and even show me my lab results on his screen which is helpful.

01/19/2026

Very good Dr. listens to concerns and explains things so I can understand

01/19/2026

Testosterone therapy is a complicated topic. Dr explains the content very thoroughly and comfortably.

01/16/2026

Friendly and kind

01/13/2026

He explained everything in a friendly manner and went step by step through everything. We asked questions and he patiently answered. We were happy to have him as a doctor.

01/13/2026

Dr Nair listens and makes you feel at ease. Also, he responds with professional, and friendly advice and adjusts my medication accordingly!

12/11/2025

Hi is very nice and very kind

12/01/2025

Very, very sweet and listens to patients

11/29/2025

He's caring. Explains things in an understandable way. I don't feel rushed with him.

11/29/2025

Staff is polite and respectful. Everything was handled extremely well.

11/22/2025

Dr. Nair was very kind, I did not feel that he was rushing through my appointment and he explained things very well. It was a great new Doctor experience.

11/17/2025

Courteous and articulate. Listened to my questions.

11/12/2025

He takes the time to aske if you have any questions. Very detailed when explainin test results and reason for taking medications.

11/12/2025

Dr. Nair is very thorough and caring.

11/10/2025

They really know their stuff

11/04/2025

Already addressed.

11/03/2025

Dr. Nair is very calm, friendly and concerned. He is a great listener and answers questions so I can understand. He explains what I need very thoroughly.

10/31/2025

As I’m a long time patient and have a history with the office and multiple Doctors he did his research. When we met he came across as he knew me and that made me comfortable and he mentioned things I needed to address. Like eye care and my insulin pump and answered questions to give me a different point of view.

10/23/2025

Very knowledgeable doctor about diabetes .listened to all my concerns and told me that what I doing is good to keep it up. Will recommend this dr to everyone I know that is diabetic. Thank you to dr Nair Nirmal and whole staff I give 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

10/21/2025

Good service

10/20/2025

He is very nice and helps me alot

10/19/2025

He will explain what tests he would like and why he wants them, and tells me what the will show. and then askes if I have any questions and double check with me and ask are you sure just so we are all clear

10/07/2025

He listens and discusses options with me

10/07/2025

So much better than Gupta. She needs to be reviewed.

10/06/2025

Easy to talk to, explained what was going on and answered questions

10/06/2025

He’s thorough and he really listens and addresses all concerns.

10/01/2025

Great man. Very informative, not in a hurry, concerned about my health now and in the future.

09/29/2025

He shows that he cares about his patients and their wellbeing.

09/26/2025

because He my doctor too .

09/24/2025

Anyone would be lucky to have their health under his expert watch.

09/18/2025

Dr NAIR is great, takes time to explain everything. Is quick to reply if you have any questions or concerns. The medical community needs more doctors like Dr. NAIR.

09/18/2025

As I said before, he was more informative than my other doctors.

09/15/2025

He is a great doctor!! Nice, kind and listens!

09/09/2025

He actually listen and took his time. He cared what the patients are going through not just a time.

09/08/2025

He make sure that I can ask any question and he answers everything

09/06/2025

Pleasant and knowledgeable

09/04/2025

Very knowledgeable and very friendly

09/03/2025

he listens works mwith me

08/30/2025

Knowledgeable of my past history. Friendly and kind demeanor. Interested in answering all of my questions directly. Did not rush appointment.

08/26/2025

He listened and answered all my questions.

08/25/2025

Took his time to explain my condition and was very caring

08/21/2025

He was so professional and very knowledgeable! He listened to me and answered all my questions!

08/20/2025

It is clear that he is very professional.

08/16/2025

Dr Nair has a good chair side manner and communicates well with his patients

08/08/2025

He is a very nice and courteous Specialist.

08/05/2025

Great, caring Doctor

07/31/2025

I love him as a professional. If anyone I no is in the need of professional service of endocrinology, I would suggest him. Im a RN.

07/30/2025

Dr. Nair is a caring doctor and is very thorough.

07/30/2025

Because he's good at his job.

07/24/2025

One to listen and take time with patient is a 10/10 in my eyes

07/19/2025

Dr. Nair spent time with me explaining my condition and suggesting ways to start treatment.

07/19/2025

Look above

07/18/2025

He wasn’t in a hurray with wanting to walk out the door as most doctors do these days . He took his time with explaining things and concerns that I had regarding my condition.

07/16/2025

Great patient care

07/14/2025

As I stated above. Dr. Nair is very nice, kind and caring. He is very patience. I did not feel rushed at all. He listened to all I had to say.

07/02/2025

Easy to talk to and has a professional manner.

07/02/2025

Knowledgeable and experienced professional.

06/26/2025

Good bedside manner and answered all my questions. I loved his demeanor and professionalism.

06/25/2025

Again, he is very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain and answer questions.

06/23/2025

Dr Nair takes time to listen to me and answer my questions in a way that I can understand.

06/20/2025

Dr. Nair explained everything to me that I could understand and feel comfortable!

06/18/2025

I was a little nervous for my appointment today. However, it went very well! Dr. Nair was very informative, and he took the time to listen to me and all my problems. He eased my worries and answered all my questions. I would highly recommend this physician!
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