Dr. Shamini Govender, MD | Santee, CA | Pediatrics

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Shamini Govender, MD, provides pediatric care for newborns, children and adolescents, focusing on preventive medicine. Dr. Govender's medical interests include breastfeeding, nutrition and healthy foods, meditation and yoga as a treatment modality. Dr. Govender treats her patients and families with respect, compassion and kindness, understanding that each patient and family have different priorities and are at different stages in life. An outdoor enthusiast, Dr. Govender stays active hiking and jogging local trails with her two children. She also enjoys international travel and vegetarian cooking.

4.8

26 Ratings
28 years of experience
21 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Pediatrics
13 written reviews
1 specialty
5 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 office location
Female

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Wonderful Doctor! Patient, thorough, good with my kids. Glad we saw her!

August 14th, 2016

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Great pediatrician! Gentle with my little one, gave excellent advice.

June 8th, 2016

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Excellent Pediatrician at Sharp Rees-Stealy. I went to After Hours with my son when he was sick and Dr. Govender was so friendly and down to earth and put me at ease right away. Great experience overall!

April 28th, 2016

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We had a really great experience at Sharp-Rees Stealy with Dr. Govender. It's not fun to have to go in when your kid is sick, but Dr. Govender was playful with our little one and made the whole process more enjoyable. She explained things fully and was patient with our many questions. Glad we saw her!

April 15th, 2016

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I took my little one in when he was sick and Dr. Govender was excellent. I am so glad we got to see her. She gave good advice and was also so playful with my son, so he wasn't scared at all. First time ever at the doctors office.

January 25th, 2016

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My kids usually hate going to the doctor, but it was the most fun they had and the easiest appointment for me when they saw Dr. Govender. She took her time, listened, wasn't in a rush, very calm and explained things well. Great experience overall!

August 29th, 2015

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I just can't say enough good things about Dr. Govender! She called us on her day off to follow up with us and check up on our LO. So caring and compassionate. I highly recommend her as a pediatrician for your kids!

July 22nd, 2015

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What a great experience! Dr. Govender is the best pediatrician we've ever met! So hands on and friendly. She gives great advice and calls to follow-up. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a pediatrician!

July 8th, 2015

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Dr. Govender is great! She is very warm and caring, gave excellent advice and my kids love her!

April 27th, 2015

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Dr. Govender is so caring. She's incredibly knowledgeable but is so down to earth and approachable. She has tons of experience, having worked at Rady Children's, so I'm glad we have her as our pediatrician!

April 8th, 2015

Scripps Clinic Santee

278 Town Center Pkwy Ste 105Santee, CA 92071

Tel: (858) 554-7272

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Shamini Govender, MD	Dr. Tamar Heisler	Dr. Tracy Ching-Hue Burton	Dr. Meerana Lim, MD
Pediatrics	Pediatrics	Pediatrics	Pediatrics
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (26 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
28 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience	30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks Chinese, Spanish	Speaks English
Santee , CA	Franklin , TN	Franklin , TN	San Diego , CA
Med School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md	Med School: Sackler School of Medicine -- Tel-Aviv University	Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine	Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Pediatrics

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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Pediatrics

Pediatrics

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Pediatrics

Medical School

Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore MdGraduated in 1998

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Where is Dr. Shamini Govender's office located?: Dr. Shamini Govender's office is located at 278 Town Center Pkwy Ste 105, Santee, CA, 92071.
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What languages does Dr. Shamini Govender speak?: Dr. Shamini Govender speaks English and Spanish.

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