Summary

Dr. Meghan Shekar is an oncologist who specializes in treating cancer patients. She earned her medical degree from SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine and completed both her residency and fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital. Her fellowship training provided specialized expertise in oncology care. Dr. Shekar speaks English and is dedicated to providing comprehensive cancer treatment.

Dr. Shekar practices at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts. She focuses on treating complex conditions including bone cancer, rhabdomyosarcoma, and various types of sarcoma. Her approach to patient care includes using advanced diagnostic tools such as MRI and CT scans to develop personalized treatment plans. She also utilizes complete blood count testing to monitor patient health throughout their treatment journey.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children’s Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215

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27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Boston , MAStoneham , MABoston , MASouth Weymouth , MA
Med School: SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine Med School: NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY THE FEINBERG SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Meghan B. Shekar

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MVP Health Care
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Optum Health
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Meghan B. Shekar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Meghan B. Shekar has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Pediatric Hematology/oncology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

Meghan B. Shekar holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children’s Hospital.

Residency

Completed their residency at Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children’s Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine.

NPI Number

Meghan B. Shekar's NPI number is 1790147007.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Meghan Shekar's office located?
Meghan Shekar's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.
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What languages does Meghan Shekar speak?
Meghan Shekar speaks English.
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