Summary

Dr. Kala Shankar is an obstetrician and gynecologist who brings three decades of medical experience to women's healthcare. She earned her medical degree from Grant Government Medical College and has dedicated her career to supporting women through all stages of reproductive health. Dr. Shankar is fluent in Polish and Spanish, enabling her to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Shankar practices at multiple locations throughout New Jersey, including Edison, Plainfield, and Neptune, with hospital affiliations at Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus and Jersey Shore University Medical Center. She provides comprehensive care for women experiencing pregnancy complications and specializes in managing conditions such as antepartum depression and vaginal bleeding during pregnancy. Her practice includes essential diagnostic services like urinalysis and preventive care including influenza vaccinations. Patients rate Dr. Shankar 4.5 out of 5 stars for her compassionate and thorough approach to women's health.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 30 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Polish, Spanish
  • Grant Government Medical College
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Kala Shankar has 4 locations

TeamHealth OBGYN

1700 Myrtle Avenue Plainfield Neighborhood Health ClinicPlainfield, NJ 07063

OB Hospitalist Services New Jersey

777 Lowndes Hill Road Managed Care ContractingGreenville, SC 29607

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Obstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & Gynecology
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4.5 
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30 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Polish, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Edison , NJNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Grant Government Medical College Med School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado Med School: Ain Shams University Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kala Shankar

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Kala Shankar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Kala Shankar has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Hot Flashes
  • Menopause
  • Obstetrics And Gynecology

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Kala Shankar holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Grant Government Medical College in 1996.

NPI Number

Kala Shankar's NPI number is 1942416763.

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Is Kala Shankar accepting new patients?
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Does Kala Shankar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Kala Shankar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Kala Shankar's office located?
Kala Shankar's office is located at 65 James St, Edison, NJ, 08820.
Does Kala Shankar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Kala Shankar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Kala Shankar speak?
Kala Shankar speaks Polish and Spanish.

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