Summary

Dr Sharad Lakhanpal is Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, Texas. He has been in practice at Rheumatology Associates in Dallas since 1987. He is also an investigator at Metroplex Clinical Research Center in Dallas where he has participated in hundreds of clinical trials. A sought after speaker, Dr Lakhanpal has been invited to give medical and other lectures across the world. Dr Lakhanpal got his medical education at King George’s Medical College, University of Lucknow, India, where he was awarded several gold medals and book prizes for excellence. He completed a residency in Internal Medicine at the Memorial Hospital, University of Massachusetts Medical School and did Rheumatology training at the Mayo Clinic and Mayo Medical School in Minnesota.

Since 1984, Dr Lakhanpal has held academic positions at the Mayo Clinic and Mayo Medical School in Rochester, Minnesota and subsequently at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and in Rheumatology. He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and also a Fellow of the American College of Rheumatology. He is a Founding Fellow of the American Rheumatism Association. He serves on the Editorial Review Panel of respected medical journals including the Annals of Internal Medicine and the Journal of Rheumatology. Dr Lakhanpal has over 100 publications including the New England Journal of Medicine, Annals of Internal Medicine, Arthritis & Rheumatism, Annals of Rheumatic Diseases, Journal of Rheumatology and many others.

Dr Lakhanpal’s excellence in Rheumatology has been recognized by his peers. He has received the American Rheumatism Association Senior Rheumatology Scholar Award, the Philip Schowalter Hench Award at Mayo Clinic and Mayo Graduate School of Medicine and the American Rheumatism Association Fellows Award. He was honored by the Greater Dallas Indian American Chamber of Commerce with its Award for outstanding contributions in Medicine, Science and Technology. He was named Alumnus of the Year for 2004 by his Alma Mater the King George’s Medical College, University of Lucknow, India. He has been listed in the Best Doctors in America since 1996. He was named a Texas Super Doctor in 2004. He was listed in the Marquis Who’s Who in the World Millennium Edition in 2000.

Dr Lakhanpal has held several Leadership positions. He currently Chairs the Government Affairs Committee of the American College of Rheumatology. He has served on various committees of the American College of Rheumatology in the past. He was President of the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin [AAPI] from 2003-04. The AAPI is the largest ethnic medical association in the United States and represents over 40,000 physicians of Indian origin in this country. He has served on the Board of Directors of the Arthritis Foundation [North Texas] and the Medical Advisory Board of the Lupus Foundation of America [Dallas]. He has served on the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee of the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas.

On a personal note, Dr Lakhanpal has run a marathon in under three hours. He played basketball for his College and University. He is an avid tennis player and enjoys traveling.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 52 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Texas Health System
  • 301 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Sharad Lakhanpal has 8 locations

Rheumatology Associates - Irving

2021 N MacArthur Blvd Ste 515Irving, TX 75061
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Rheumatology Associates

8144 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 800Dallas, TX 75231
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Rheumatology Associates - Irving

3200 N MacArthur Blvd Ste 104Irving, TX 75062
Mon8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 3:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Rheumatology Associates - Dallas

8144 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 800Dallas, TX 75231
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Medical City Las Colinas

6800 N Macarthur BlvdIrving, TX 75039

Rheumatology Associates - Dallas

8144 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 800Dallas, TX 75231

Rheumatology Associates

2021 N MacArthur Blvd Ste 515Irving, TX 75061
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.8 
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52 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Irving , TXDallas , TXFort Worth , TXDallas , TX
Med School: King Georges Medical University Med School: UT Southwestern Medical School Med School: College Of Medical Sciences Med School: Meharry Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sharad Lakhanpal

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Sharad Lakhanpal has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sharad Lakhanpal has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Dr. Sharad Lakhanpal holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Texas Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from King Georges Medical University in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Lakhanpal's NPI number is 1720087414.

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Dr. Sharad Lakhanpal is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Irving, Medical City Dallas Hospital, William P Clements Jr University Hospital, Medical City Las Colinas Hospital, and Medical City Childrens Hospital.
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Dr. Sharad Lakhanpal's office is located at 2021 N MacArthur Blvd Ste 515, Irving, TX, 75061.
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