Summary

Dr. Raina Shivashankar specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine, bringing 16 years of dedicated experience to digestive health care. She earned her medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine and completed her residency at the prestigious Mayo Clinic and Medical School. Dr. Shivashankar is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing her to connect with diverse patient communities throughout Philadelphia.

Dr. Shivashankar practices at multiple Jefferson Health locations across Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia. She focuses on treating inflammatory bowel conditions like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, as well as managing colon polyps. Her expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopy procedures with sedation for patient comfort. Patients consistently rate Dr. Shivashankar 5.0 out of 5 stars, reflecting her commitment to exceptional digestive care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 16 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Mayo Clinic And Medical School
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 9 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Raina Shivashankar has 9 locations

Jefferson Digestive Disease Institute

132 S 10th St Ste 480Philadelphia, PA 19107
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Jefferson Methodist Hospital

2301 S Broad StPhiladelphia, PA 19148

Jefferson Hospital For Neuroscience

900 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19107

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Emergency Medicine

132 S 10th StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia

5501 Old York RdPhiladelphia, PA 19141

Jefferson Frankford Hospital

4900 Frankford AvePhiladelphia, PA 19124

Jefferson University Physicians Division Of Gastroenterology And Hepatology

1101 CHESTNUT ST FL 8PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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3.6 
16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks Spanish, Italian
Philadelphia , PADarby , PADarby , PADarby , PA
Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Raina Shivashankar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Raina Shivashankar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Raina Shivashankar has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mayo Clinic And Medical School

Medical School

Drexel University College Of MedicineGraduated in 2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Raina Shivashankar's office located?
Dr. Raina Shivashankar's office is located at 132 S 10th St Ste 480, Philadelphia, PA, 19107.
Is Dr. Raina Shivashankar accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Raina Shivashankar affiliated with?
Dr. Raina Shivashankar is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia, Jefferson Frankford Hospital, Jefferson Methodist Hospital, and Jefferson Hospital For Neuroscience.
Does Dr. Raina Shivashankar accept my insurance?
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