Birth date: Nov 12, 1966 Death date: Aug 5, 2025
Tapan Ashvin Padhya was born November 12, 1966, in Eugene, Oregon to Rekha and Ashvin Padhya. Growing up in Clarksville, Indiana, he excelled academically and graduated high school as valedictorian. After undergraduate studies at Read Obituary
Tap, I am forever grateful for your care,
kindness, expertise and two very successful surgeries .
You were a gift that came with a
red bow !
Needless to say, you will be missed, loved, and forever the memories will bring great comfort ! That twinkle in your eye will always be remembered……….
Peace and love to Tracy and your sweet sons.
Words cannot express the gratitude I have for the expertise, compassion and humanity embodied in this great Doctor. Simply put, he saved my life. His gift to me and my family will never be forgotten. Rest in power Doc. With love and respect, Jim Witkowski
Just sadly learned of Dr. Padhya’s passing. Dr. Padhya performed my Inspire Device surgery in 2015 at the James A Haley Veterans Hospital. He was an Amazing Doctor and his compassion for his patients was paramount! His knowledge of sleep apnea and the effects it has on people was second to none! He certainly touched my life and made it better in a very difficult time in my life! I also know he touched countless other veterans in his tireless efforts to give us a better quality of life! Doc you will be truly missed may you rest in eternal peace and God Bless your family.
In Memory of Dr. Tapan Padhya
When my husband and I moved back to St. Petersburg in 2022, I was fresh out of surgery in North Carolina—my parotid gland removed, along with multiple lymph nodes in my neck. It was a frightening time, and the idea of switching doctors felt overwhelming. But my surgeon in North Carolina spoke so highly of Dr. Tapan Padhya that I took a leap of faith.
From the moment I met Dr. Padhya, I felt a sense of calm. He had a way of making you feel seen—not just as a patient, but as a person. He stepped in seamlessly, coordinated my care with a Radiation Oncologist, and monitored my progress with unwavering dedication. I knew my life was in his hands, and I never doubted that I was in the best hands possible.
Dr. Padhya’s kindness, expertise, and quiet strength carried me through one of the most vulnerable chapters of my life. I am heartbroken to learn of his passing. The loss is profound—not only for those of us who were fortunate to be his patients, but for the entire medical community. He was a healer in every sense of the word, and his legacy will live on in the lives he touched.
Donna Stoyanovich
In Memory of Dr. Tapan Padhya
When my husband and I moved back to St. Petersburg in 2022, I was fresh out of surgery in North Carolina—my parotid gland removed, along with multiple lymph nodes in my neck. It was a frightening time, and the idea of switching doctors felt overwhelming. But my surgeon in North Carolina spoke so highly of Dr. Tapan Padhya that I took a leap of faith.
From the moment I met Dr. Padhya, I felt a sense of calm. He had a way of making you feel seen—not just as a patient, but as a person. He stepped in seamlessly, coordinated my care with a Radiation Oncologist, and monitored my progress with unwavering dedication. I knew my life was in his hands, and I never doubted that I was in the best hands possible.
Dr. Padhya’s kindness, expertise, and quiet strength carried me through one of the most vulnerable chapters of my life. I am heartbroken to learn of his passing. The loss is profound—not only for those of us who were fortunate to be his patients, but for the entire medical community. He was a healer in every sense of the word, and his legacy will live on in the lives he touched.
Donna Stoyanovich
It is with great sadness for the loss of a wonderful human. Dr Padhya, always smiling, and kind. He gave me comfort going in for my tongue surgery for the removal of oral cancer. His confidence always made me feel confident, as he said it won't come back, I will get it all. So far so good, so thank you Dr. Padhya, you will be missed. My heart is with your family.
Sincere Regards, Deanna Clark
So sorry for the loss of a wonderful human, so kind, helpful, and respected. Thank you to Dr. Padhya for removing my oral cancer and supporting me along the journey. Sincere Regards,
Deanna Clark
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Padhya. I didn’t know him long, but he made a big impression on me. He performed Surgery on me in February 2024. He was a person that made me comfortable and I appreciated the time he took with me to make sure I was ready for surgery. He was an asset to the community and will be greatly missed. I hope his family can take comfort in the happy memories they shared. I feel very lucky to have known him and have him take care of me.
Dr. Padhya, was very personable to me and my family. I really enjoyed seeing him at my appointments.
With fond memories,
Gina Rathbun
