Summary

Dr. Shamik Aikat is a cardiovascular disease specialist and internal medicine physician with over three decades of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Kolkata Medical College & Hospital and completed his residency training at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation. With 33 years in practice, Dr. Aikat has developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating complex heart conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Aikat practices at Kentucky River Medical Center and maintains locations throughout Lexington, Kentucky. He specializes in treating heart rhythm disorders, including irregular heartbeats and atrial fibrillation. His procedural expertise includes performing electrocardiograms to assess heart function, placing leadless pacemakers, and inserting implantable heart monitors for continuous cardiac monitoring. Patients have given Dr. Aikat an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 33 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Shamik Aikat has 3 locations

Lexington VA Medical Center

1101 Veterans DrLexington, KY 40502

Saint Joseph London

1001 Saint Joseph LnLondon, KY 40741

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Cardiovascular DiseaseNurse PractitionerCardiovascular DiseaseGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients
4.4 
33 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Russian
Lexington , KYLexington , KYLexington , KYLexington , KY
Med School: Kolkata Medical College & Hospital Med School: Cardiff University School Of Medicine Med School: University College Of Medical Sciences And Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shamik Aikat

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Cigna - PPO
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - POS
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Shamik Aikat has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Shamik Aikat has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

Medical School

Graduated from Kolkata Medical College & Hospital in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Aikat's NPI number is 1497762314.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Shamik Aikat affiliated with?
Dr. Shamik Aikat is affiliated with Kentucky River Medical Center.
Does Dr. Shamik Aikat accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Shamik Aikat speak?
Dr. Shamik Aikat speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shamik Aikat?
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