Summary

Dr. Sangeetha Shan-Bala is a geriatric medicine physician who also specializes in internal medicine and hospice & palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed her residency at Providence Hospital in Washington, DC. With over three decades of medical practice, Dr. Shan-Bala brings extensive experience to caring for older adults and those facing serious illnesses. She communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Shan-Bala practices at Inova Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church, Virginia, and maintains affiliations with both Inova Fairfax Hospital and Inova LJ Murphy Children's Hospital. She focuses on treating conditions commonly affecting older adults, including Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and frailty. Her practice emphasizes compassionate end-of-life care through hospice services, palliative care, and discussions about life-prolonging treatments to help patients and families make informed decisions about their care.
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Quick Facts

  • 31 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Providence Hospital (Washington Dc)
  • 3 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Inova Fairfax Hospital

3300 Gallows RdFalls Church, VA 22042

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Geriatric MedicineGeriatric MedicineEmergency MedicineHospice & Palliative Medicine
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31 Years of Experience 63 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks French, English Speaks English Speaks English
Falls Church , VAVienna , VABethesda , MDWASHINGTON , DC
Med School: GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES Med School: Faculte De Medecine Universite Daix-Marseille Amu Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: King Abdulaziz University College Of Medicine And Allied Sciences
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Sangeetha Srikumar Shan-Bala has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sangeetha Srikumar Shan-Bala has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • EOL Care
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. Sangeetha Srikumar Shan-Bala holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Providence Hospital (Washington Dc).

Medical School

Graduated from GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES in 2005 and Sri Ramachandra Medical College And Research Institute in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Shan-Bala's NPI number is 1356471676.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Sangeetha Shan-Bala accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Sangeetha Shan-Bala has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sangeetha Shan-Bala affiliated with?
Dr. Sangeetha Shan-Bala is affiliated with INOVA FAIRFAX HOSPITAL and Inova Lj Murphy Childrens Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sangeetha Shan-Bala?
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Is Dr. Sangeetha Shan-Bala accepting new patients?
Dr. Sangeetha Shan-Bala has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Sangeetha Shan-Bala's office located?
Dr. Sangeetha Shan-Bala's office is located at 3300 Gallows Rd, Falls Church, VA, 22042.

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