Summary

Dr. Merita Shehu is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing four decades of medical expertise to patient care. She earned her medical degree from the University of Medicine of Tirana and has dedicated her career to treating hospitalized patients with complex medical conditions. Her extensive experience spans 40 years in the field, and she is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Shehu practices at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, New York, where she is affiliated with several facilities including Berkshire Medical Center, Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, and the Behavioral Health Center at Westchester Medical Center. She focuses on treating serious conditions such as sepsis in both adult and pediatric patients. Her expertise also includes managing hypertension and other critical medical conditions that require hospital-level care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 1
  • 40 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Medicine Of Tirana (Umt)
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Arabic, Spanish, Albanian, Turkish Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English
Valhalla , NYHicksville , NYPaterson , NJWARREN , NJ
Med School: University Of Medicine Of Tirana (Umt) Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: St.George’s University Med School: Guangdong Pharmaceutical University
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Merita Thanas Shehu has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Merita Thanas Shehu has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Merita Thanas Shehu holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Medicine Of Tirana (Umt) in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Shehu's NPI number is 1295036614.

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Dr. Merita Thanas Shehu's office is located at 100 Woods Rd, Valhalla, NY, 10595.

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