Summary

Dr. Pooja Shekar specializes in internal medicine with advanced training in critical care medicine, focusing on the comprehensive treatment of seriously ill patients. She earned her medical degree from Bangalore Medical College And Research Institute and brings six years of experience to her practice. Her dual expertise allows her to provide both primary internal medicine care and intensive care for patients with life-threatening conditions.

Dr. Shekar practices at UConn John Dempsey Hospital in Farmington, Connecticut. She treats patients with breathing problems and fluid-related conditions such as pleural effusion. Her procedural expertise includes performing chest imaging studies like fluoroscopy and X-rays, as well as providing dialysis treatments for patients with kidney complications.

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Quick Facts

  • 6 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • Bangalore Medical College And Research Institute
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Uconn John Dempsey Hospital

100 Hospital DrFarmington, CT 06030

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Med School: Bangalore Medical College And Research Institute Med School: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas Med School: Regis College Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Pooja Shekar

  • Aetna
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Pooja Shekar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Pooja Shekar has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

6 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Connecticut, 2025, Inactive

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Bangalore Medical College And Research InstituteGraduated in 2020

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Dr. Pooja Shekar's office is located at 100 Hospital Dr, Farmington, CT, 06030.
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