Summary

Dr. Kota Shekar treats breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast and has practiced oncology for 45 years. He is affiliated with Sierra View Medical Center in Porterville, California, and Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage, California. He earned his medical degree from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center.

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Quick Facts

  • 2.9
  • 45 years of experience
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Kota Chandra Shekar has 2 locations

Sierra View Medical Center

465 W Putnam AvePorterville, CA 93257

Eisenhower Medical Center

39000 Bob Hope DrRancho Mirage, CA 92270

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45 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Porterville , CASan Clemente , CANewark , DEFresno , CA
Med School: Osmania Medical College Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Mashhad University Of Medical Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kota Chandra Shekar

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Kota Chandra Shekar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kota Chandra Shekar has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Adult T-Cell Leukemia-Lymphoma
  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Dr. Kota Chandra Shekar 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 Ucla Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Osmania Medical College in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Shekar's NPI number is 1013988583.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Kota Shekar affiliated with?
Dr. Kota Shekar is affiliated with Sierra View Medical Center and Eisenhower Medical Center.
Does Dr. Kota Shekar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Dr. Kota Shekar's office located?
Dr. Kota Shekar's office is located at 465 W Putnam Ave, Porterville, CA, 93257.
Does Dr. Kota Shekar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Kota Shekar accepts on their Vitals profile.

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