Summary

Dr. Savitri Skandan is an oncologist who specializes in treating cancer patients with comprehensive care and expertise. She earned her medical degree from Lady Hardinge Medical College and completed her residency at St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital Center. Dr. Skandan furthered her training through fellowship programs at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Jamaica, New York. With 33 years of experience in oncology, she brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She communicates with patients in English, Hindi, and Tamil.

Dr. Skandan practices at Lehigh Valley Hospital Muhlenberg and sees patients at locations in Bethlehem and Easton, Pennsylvania. She focuses on treating breast cancer and gynecologic cancers, helping women navigate complex cancer diagnoses. Her treatment approaches include biological therapy and comprehensive breast cancer care. She also performs bone marrow evaluations to assess blood-related conditions. Patients have given Dr. Skandan an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars for her compassionate and thorough care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 33 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Hindi, Tamil
  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center-Jamaica NY
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Savitri P. Skandan has 2 locations

LVH Hematology Oncology-Muhlenberg

2545 Schoenersville Rd Ste 300Bethlehem, PA 18017
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

LVH Hematology Oncology-Hecktown Oaks

3788 Hecktown Rd Ste 210Easton, PA 18045
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Bethlehem , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Lady Hardinge Medical College Med School: Temple University School Of Medicine Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Savitri P. Skandan

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cenpatico
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Savitri P. Skandan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Savitri P. Skandan has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Infectious Disease
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Pediatric Hematology & Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Savitri P. Skandan holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Long Island Jewish Medical Center-Jamaica NY in 2001, Long Island Jewish Medical Center-Jamaica NY in 2000, and Long Island Jewish Medical Center-Jamaica NY in 1999.

Residency

Completed their residency at St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital Center in 1998, St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital Center in 1997, and St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital Center in 1996.

Medical School

Graduated from Lady Hardinge Medical College in 1993.

NPI Number

Savitri P. Skandan's NPI number is 1285684977.

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Savitri Skandan is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital Muhlenberg.
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Savitri Skandan's office is located at 2545 Schoenersville Rd Ste 300, Bethlehem, PA, 18017.

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