Summary

With 46 years in pulmonology, internal medicine, and infectious disease, Dr. Ravi Shankar treats hypertensive emergency and hypertension, and performs therapeutic hypothermia, pulmonary function testing, and central venous catheter placement. He is affiliated with Palmdale Regional Medical Center, Antelope Valley Hospital, and College Hospital Costa Mesa.

Dr. Shankar earned his medical degree from Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College and sees patients in Lancaster, California. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shankar 3.95 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 46 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College
  • 4 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Antelope Valley Hospital

1600 W Avenue JLancaster, CA 93534

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PulmonologyDiagnostic RadiologyInfectious DiseaseDiagnostic Radiology
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Lancaster , CARedlands , CAPanorama City , CAHouston , TX
Med School: Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ravi S Shankar

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Ravi S Shankar has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ravi S Shankar has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Infectious Disease
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pulmonary Disease

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Dr. Ravi S Shankar holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Shankar's NPI number is 1093806754.

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Where is Dr. Ravi Shankar's office located?
Dr. Ravi Shankar's office is located at 1600 W Avenue J, Lancaster, CA, 93534.
What languages does Dr. Ravi Shankar speak?
Dr. Ravi Shankar speaks English and Spanish.
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