Summary

Vascular neurology is the focus of Dr. Lakshmi Shankar's practice, with 19 years of experience treating atrial septal defect, carotid artery disease, and congenital heart disease. She is affiliated with Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania, and completed her residency at the Medical College of Ohio. She earned her medical degree from Stanley Medical College.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 19 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • Medical College Of Ohio
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

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19 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati Speaks English, Spanish
Hershey , PAPhiladelphia , PATampa , FLHershey , PA
Med School: STANLEY MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: State Univ Of Medicine And Pharmacy Nicolae Testemitanu Fac Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lakshmi Shankar

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lakshmi Shankar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lakshmi Shankar has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Stroke
  • Vascular Neurology

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Dr. Lakshmi Shankar holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College Of Ohio.

Medical School

Graduated from STANLEY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 2009 and Stanley Medical College in 2007.

NPI Number

Dr. Shankar's NPI number is 1396975058.

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Where is Dr. Lakshmi Shankar's office located?
Dr. Lakshmi Shankar's office is located at 500 University Dr, Hershey, PA, 17033.

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