4.5
2 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Kala Shankar is an obstetrician-gynecologist who completed her residency training at St. Peters University Hospital in 2006 and St. Vincent Catholic/Brooklyn-Queens in 2004. She earned board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology in 2009. Dr. Shankar provides care in English for her patients.
Dr. Shankar practices at JFK University Medical Center and Jersey Shore University Medical Center, with locations in Edison, Plainfield, and Neptune, New Jersey. She focuses on women's preventive care, including breast cancer screening and routine Pap tests. Dr. Shankar also treats conditions such as bacterial vaginosis and evaluates benign breast masses. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.5 out of 5.
Dr. Shankar practices at JFK University Medical Center and Jersey Shore University Medical Center, with locations in Edison, Plainfield, and Neptune, New Jersey. She focuses on women's preventive care, including breast cancer screening and routine Pap tests. Dr. Shankar also treats conditions such as bacterial vaginosis and evaluates benign breast masses. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 30 years of experience
- 26 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, Polish
- 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
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Office Locations
Kala Shankar has 4 locationsTeamHealth OBGYN
1700 Myrtle Avenue Plainfield Neighborhood Health ClinicPlainfield, NJ 07063 Tel: (908) 753-6401
OB Hospitalist Services New Jersey
777 Lowndes Hill Road Managed Care ContractingGreenville, SC 29607 Tel: (800) 967-2289
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 30 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience | 48 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, Polish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Edison , NJ | New York , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: Grant Government Medical College | Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine | Med School: Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi | Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kala Shankar
Medical Specialties
Kala Shankar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Kala Shankar has the following 3 areas of expertise
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
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- What languages does Kala Shankar speak?
- Kala Shankar speaks Spanish and Polish.
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- Kala Shankar is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Kala Shankar's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Which hospitals is Kala Shankar affiliated with?
- Kala Shankar is affiliated with Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus.
- 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.
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