Summary

Dr. Ruchira Chandra is a geriatric medicine specialist who focuses on the comprehensive care of older adults. She earned her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine and completed both her residency and fellowship training at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset. With 24 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Chandra brings extensive expertise to her practice caring for aging patients. She is fluent in English.

Dr. Chandra practices at The Center for Healthy Aging in Rhinebeck, New York, and maintains hospital affiliations with Nuvance Health Vassar Brothers Medical Center. Her clinical focus includes treating patients who experience balance issues and mobility challenges. She also works with individuals dealing with dizziness and coordination difficulties. Patients have given Dr. Chandra an average rating of 2.5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.5
  • 24 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • North Shore University Hospital-Manhasset
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

The Center for Healthy Aging Rhinebeck

6529 Spring Brook AveRhinebeck, NY 12572

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Geriatric MedicineNurse PractitionerCritical Care MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.5 
24 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Rhinebeck , NYWoodstock , NYPoughkeepsie , NYModena , NY
Med School: SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University - College of Medicine Med School: Aga Khan University Medical College Med School: Upstate Medical University Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ruchira Chandra

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Capital District Physicians Health Plan"
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • Coventry-Aetna
  • Elderplan
  • Emblem Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire BlueCross Blue Shield
  • Empire Health Plan
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care
  • Hamaspik
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid New York
  • Medicare New York
  • Multiplan Inc
  • MVP Health Care
  • Tricare Humana Military
  • United Healthcare
  • Wellcare "

Medical Specialties

Ruchira Chandra has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Ruchira Chandra has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • EOL Care
  • Geriatrician
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at North Shore University Hospital-Manhasset in 2006.

Residency

Completed their residency at North Shore University Hospital-Manhasset in 2005.

Medical School

Graduated from SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University - College of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Ruchira Chandra's NPI number is 1780886994.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Ruchira Chandra speak?
Ruchira Chandra speaks English.
Which hospitals is Ruchira Chandra affiliated with?
Ruchira Chandra is affiliated with Nuvance Health Vassar Brothers Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Ruchira Chandra?
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Does Ruchira Chandra accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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