Dr. Merita Thanas Shehu, MD

Dr. Merita Shehu is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospital medicine, bringing four decades of medical experience to patient care. She earned her medical degree from the University of Medicine of Tirana and has dedicated her career to treating adults with complex medical conditions both in outpatient and inpatient hospital settings. Dr. Shehu is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing her to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Shehu practices at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, New York, where she is affiliated with multiple facilities including Berkshire Medical Center and Maria Fareri Children's Hospital. She focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including severe hypertensive emergencies that require immediate medical attention. Her expertise includes ordering comprehensive blood work such as metabolic panels and complete blood counts to monitor patient health and guide treatment decisions.