4.5
21 Ratings with 6 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Shanika Samarasinghe is an endocrinologist specializing in diabetes and metabolism, with additional expertise in internal medicine. She earned her medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and has been practicing for 25 years. Dr. Samarasinghe is fluent in both Spanish and English.
Dr. Samarasinghe practices at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, Illinois, and also provides care at Ronald McDonald Children's Hospital of Loyola University Medical Center. She focuses on treating conditions like high blood sugar emergencies and elevated glucose levels in both adults and children. Her expertise includes performing thyroid function tests and hormone evaluations to help diagnose and monitor endocrine disorders. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Samarasinghe practices at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, Illinois, and also provides care at Ronald McDonald Children's Hospital of Loyola University Medical Center. She focuses on treating conditions like high blood sugar emergencies and elevated glucose levels in both adults and children. Her expertise includes performing thyroid function tests and hormone evaluations to help diagnose and monitor endocrine disorders. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- 25 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
- 6 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 20 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Dr. Shanika P Samarasinghe, MD | Dr. Safa Hammami | Dr. Andrea Lynn Mccoy | Dr. Bekir Suveyd |
| Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 25 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English, Arabic | ||
| Maywood , IL | CHICAGO , IL | CHICAGO , IL | CHICAGO , IL |
| Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine | Med School: Jordan University Of Science And Technology Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Alfaisal University College Of Medicine | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Shanika P Samarasinghe has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Shanika P Samarasinghe has the following 20 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
25 Years Experience
Dr. Shanika P Samarasinghe holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine in 2001.
NPI Number
Dr. Samarasinghe's NPI number is 1548385511.
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