Summary

Dr. Kala Shankar is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist with three decades of experience in women's healthcare. She earned her medical degree from Grant Government Medical College and brings extensive expertise to her practice. Dr. Shankar is fluent in Polish and Spanish, enabling her to serve diverse patient populations with personalized care.

Dr. Shankar is affiliated with Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus and practices at multiple locations throughout New Jersey, including Edison and Plainfield. She specializes in managing pregnancy-related conditions and provides comprehensive prenatal care. Her expertise includes treating complications such as vaginal bleeding during pregnancy and antepartum depression. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

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 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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Kala Shankar, MDDr. Jack Francis Perrone, MD, FACOGDr. Nagaeda Jean, MDDr. Robert Elliot Berg, MD
Obstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & Gynecology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
3.6 
4.8 
3.1 
30 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Polish, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, French Speaks English
Edison , NJNew York , NYWyckoff , NJNew York , NY
Med School: Grant Government Medical College Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College
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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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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Kala Shankar?
You can find contact information for Kala Shankar here on Vitals.
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.
Which hospitals is Kala Shankar affiliated with?
Kala Shankar is affiliated with Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus.
Does Kala Shankar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Kala Shankar accepts on their Vitals profile.

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