Neena E. Thomas-Eapen, MBBS, FAAFP

  • Family and Community Medicine
4.76 out of 5
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Specialties

Procedures Performed

  • Trigger point injections
  • Skin and superficial soft tissue biopsies and excisions
  • Partial and total nail removal procedures
  • Abscess incision and drainage
  • Treatment of warts, calluses, corns
    • Debridement of wounds
    • Nexplanon insertion and removal
    • Intrauterine device (IUD) insertion and removal
    • Endometrial biopsy
    • Colposcopy
    • Large joint injections for knee and shoulder

Related Services

About

Dr. Neena Thomas-Eapen is a board-certified family physician at UK HealthCare who has more than 25 years of experience. She also has expertise in integrative medicine as well as office surgery for skin and superficial soft tissues.

Her goal is to help patients achieve better health, prevent illness and improve quality of life through personalized, whole-person care. 

Additionally, Dr. Thomas-Eapen is a clinical professor of family and community medicine at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. Medical trainees are an integral part of her clinic team as she helps mentor the next generation of physicians through hands-on training.

Personal Statement

My goal is to provide evidence-informed care that addresses the whole person. I partner with patients to help them achieve optimal health at every stage of life by integrating conventional medicine with preventive care, nutrition, lifestyle medicine, complementary and alternative therapeutic advice, and mind-body approaches.

Faculty Rank

  • Professor of Family and Community Medicine

  • Clinical Interests

    • Adult primary care
    • Chronic disease management
    • Diagnosis and comprehensive management of acute and chronic symptoms
    • Preventive medicine and health promotion
    • Integrative medicine
    • Lifestyle medicine, nutrition, and healthy eating
    • Evidence-informed supplements
    • Stress management and relaxation practices
    • Mind-body medicine, relaxation practices and guided imagery
    • Women's health including cervical cancer screening and contraception
    • Healthy aging
    • Weight management
    • Complete skin examinations and skin lesion evaluation including dermoscopy

Training & Education

Degree

MBBS, Government Medical College Thiruvananthapuram, University of Kerala, India

Residency

General Surgery Residency, Government Medical College Thiruvananthapuram, University of Kerala, India
Family Medicine Residency, UND Center for Family Medicine, University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Minot, N.D.

Fellowship

Integrative Medicine, Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, University of Arizona, Tucson, Ariz.
Senior Research Fellow, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Research on Kidney Stone Prevention and Treatment

Certifications and Special Training

American Board of Family Medicine
American Board of Integrative Medicine
Fellow, American Academy of Family Physicians (FAAFP)

Insurance Information

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Ratings & Reviews

4.76 out of 5
40 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    August 27th 2025
    Excellent visit with a kind knowledgeable practitioner, Dr Neena Thomas-Eapen

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    August 13th 2025
    I have recommended her to others.

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    August 12th 2025
    My experience was what I expect when going to the doctor.

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    August 6th 2025
    Dr Thomas-Eapen and her nurse Jenifer are a excellent medical team. They're very professional and I'm grateful for there help with my health journey.

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    July 29th 2025
    Dr. Neena Thomas-Eapen was outstanding. Very personable. She listened and ask my opinions on treatment options. I loved hrr thorough eds.

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      July 23rd 2025
      Received excellent care from the doctor, very professional, organized, detail oriented. Could not ask for better care. Highly recommend her!

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      July 22nd 2025
      Very satisfied with Dr. Neena Thomas-Eapen. I felt very heard during my visit and she addressed all my concerns with easy to understand explanations. I felt her recommendations were truly best for me and aligned to my needs and wishes.

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      July 22nd 2025
      Good

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      July 15th 2025
      Dr. Neena always works with me to find a treatment that I feel good about.

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      July 15th 2025
      She is very good at explaining health issues.

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      July 9th 2025
      Dr. Thomas Eapen is an excellent, caring physician.

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      July 8th 2025
      Dr Neena is outstanding in every way. She listens. She is so knowledgeable and her recommendations are so helpful. I e never had a physician who cares so much about her patients. I am so grateful. She is truly an anchor in my life.

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      July 8th 2025
      I have never had to wait at an appointment with Dr. Thomas-Eapen. She expressed concern for keeping me waiting. She is very thorough and never makes me feel rushed. She is very compassionate and interested in me as a whole being. She always includes me in any decision for my care.

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      May 20th 2025
      I discussed some issues of backpain and arthritis in my ankles that they seemed to only attribute to my weight.

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      May 13th 2025
      Dr. Thomas Eapen is good at listening to concerns and giving suggestions and explanations that are most helpful. In fact that entire team is good at explaining.

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      March 27th 2025
      I've been going to this health care facility for many years very pleased with most everything

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      March 21st 2025
      Good

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      March 20th 2025
      Very professional and endless kind attitude

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      March 19th 2025
      Dr Thomas Eapen is a fantastic doctor I've actually recommended her before and will in the future!

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      March 18th 2025
      Dr. Thomas-Eapen always includes me/my opinion in her care treatment.

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      March 11th 2025
      She is as very thorough in her exam

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      March 7th 2025
      Everyone was on point to get in and get taken care of what need be done. Nurse was proactive on the addon stuff so it was even quicker!

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      March 7th 2025
      Keep up the good work.

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      February 26th 2025
      Provider was quick and detailed. Got more done for my health in this one appointment than I have in the last year.

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      February 21st 2025
      He was very polite

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      February 18th 2025
      We discussed the options I had considering my health issues! She examined my arm, went over my bloodwork in detail! Dr. Thomas-Eapen is FANTASTIC!

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      February 18th 2025
      Dr. Thomas-Eapen is excellent!

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      February 6th 2025
      Excellent Care Provider. Dr. Thomas-Eapen is very patient. Listened attentively to my concerns with good judgment. Very caring and very professional.

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      January 30th 2025
      Dr Buddah and Dr Thomas Eapen both took as much time as was needed to discuss all of my concerns. I Really appreciated this and I think my plan of care that we came up with is excellent.

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      January 15th 2025
      I've seen this provider for years. She listens to my problems and concerns. I am comfortable discussing my health issues with her and always get good advice.

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      January 15th 2025
      Id recommend family medicine

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      January 14th 2025
      First time I have seen her. Outstanding.

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      January 14th 2025
      Dr. Thomas-Eapen is the best.

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      December 31st 2024
      Dr. Thomas is exceptional.

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      December 24th 2024
      Dr. Neena Thomas-Eapen is one of the most attentive doctors I have ever seen. She takes time to listen to patient's concerns and is very good at explaining health Issues.

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      December 10th 2024
      Great attention and detailed discussion from Dr. Thomas-Eapen made our health problem much tolerable

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      December 3rd 2024
      Very good. excellent care. My provider actively pays attention to my concern about my medical issues. My provider takes time to fully understand my concerns and experiences. Provided excellent care. Very professional.

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      December 3rd 2024
      Dr. Thomas-Eapen is awesome- I am 69 yrs young and have never had a better Dr. Thank you UK and thank you to Dr. Thomas-Eapen.

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      November 21st 2024
      The best health provider ever in this clinic.

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      November 19th 2024
      Such a marvelous blend of Competence and Compassion!