Summary

Dr. Renuka Umashanker treats colon polyps, diverticular disease, and diverticulosis, and performs lower GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy. She has practiced gastroenterology for 34 years and speaks English and Spanish.

She earned her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Fletcher Allen Healthcare. Dr. Umashanker sees patients in Hamden, Guilford, Milford, Middletown, and Meriden, Connecticut, and is affiliated with Bridgeport Hospital Milford Main Campus, Middlesex Hospital, and Midstate Medical Center. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Umashanker 4.29 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 34 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Fletcher Allen Healthcare
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 20 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 7 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Renuka Umashanker has 7 locations

Physician Alliance Of Connecticut Gastroenterology Center

2200 Whitney Ave Ste 360Hamden, CT 06518
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Endoscopy Center Of Connecticut Llc

1591 Boston Post Rd Ste 206Guilford, CT 06437
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Pact Gastroenterology Center Of Connecticut

40 Commerce ParkMilford, CT 06460
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Endoscopy Center Of Connecticut Llc

2200 Whitney Ave Ste 380Hamden, CT 06518
Mon6:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed6:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu6:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri6:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Middlesex Hospital

28 Crescent StMiddletown, CT 06457

Midstate Medical Center

435 Lewis AveMeriden, CT 06451

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Dr. Renuka Umashanker, MDJi Soo Choi, APRNDr. Jeremy James PuthumanaDr. Shang Lin Chung
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
34 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Hamden , CTSacramento , CANew Haven , CTNew Haven , CT
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: New York University Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Renuka Umashanker

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Renuka Umashanker has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Renuka Umashanker has the following 20 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound (Fetoscopy)
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Jaundice
  • Obesity
  • Peptic Ulcer
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Viral Human Hepatitis

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Dr. Renuka Umashanker holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Fletcher Allen Healthcare.

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Umashanker's NPI number is 1437130309.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Renuka Umashanker speak?
Dr. Renuka Umashanker speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Renuka Umashanker affiliated with?
Dr. Renuka Umashanker is affiliated with Bridgeport Hospital Milford Main Campus, Middlesex Hospital, and Midstate Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Renuka Umashanker?
You can find contact information for Dr. Renuka Umashanker here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Renuka Umashanker accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Renuka Umashanker has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Renuka Umashanker accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Renuka Umashanker accepts on their Vitals profile.

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