Summary

With 60 years in internal medicine and endocrinology, Dr. Hugh Nasr treats high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension, and has practiced for six decades and is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center. He performs scintimammography and breast cancer screening, including mammograms.

Dr. Nasr completed his residency at University Hospital Health System and trained at Harvard Medical School. He sees patients in Palm Springs, California, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Nasr 4.1 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 60 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Hospital Health System
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Hugh Shang Nasr has 2 locations

Nasr Hugh Office

1401 N Palm Canyon Dr Ste 101Palm Springs, CA 92262
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

Desert Regional Medical Center

1150 N Indian Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Tamil Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi, Marathi, Malayalam, Tamil
Palm Springs , CAPalo Alto , CALake Forest , CAUpland , CA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York Med School: Christian Medical College Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hugh Shang Nasr

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AlphaCare
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • CalOptima
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Hugh Shang Nasr has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hugh Shang Nasr has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
  • Fatigue
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Pituitary Diseases
  • Thyroid Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

60 Years Experience

Dr. Hugh Shang Nasr holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hospital Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1966.

NPI Number

Dr. Nasr's NPI number is 1073588737.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Hugh Nasr affiliated with?
Dr. Hugh Nasr is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Hugh Nasr speak?
Dr. Hugh Nasr speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hugh Nasr?
You can find contact information for Dr. Hugh Nasr here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Hugh Nasr accepting new patients?
Dr. Hugh Nasr is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Hugh Nasr's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Hugh Nasr accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Hugh Nasr accepts on their Vitals profile.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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