Summary

Dr. Sharada Shekar specializes in internal medicine, bringing nearly five decades of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Kasturba Medical College Manipal, establishing a strong foundation in comprehensive adult healthcare. Her extensive background spans 47 years of caring for patients with a wide range of medical conditions.

Dr. Shekar practices at the East Orange VA Medical Center in East Orange, New Jersey. She focuses on treating digestive health issues including colon polyps, GERD, and acid reflux. Her procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopies, along with providing emergency care when patients need immediate attention. Patients consistently rate her highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 47 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • Kasturba Medical College Manipal
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

East Orange Va Medical Center

385 Tremont AveEast Orange, NJ 07018

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
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47 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English Speaks Spanish, Russian, English Speaks Spanish, Russian
East Orange , NJWARREN , NJBrooklyn , NYSouth Ozone Park , NY
Med School: Kasturba Medical College Manipal Med School: Guangdong Pharmaceutical University Med School: Dhaka Medical College And Hospital Med School: Ross University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sharada Shekar

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sharada Shekar has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Kasturba Medical College ManipalGraduated in 1979

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Dr. Sharada Shekar's office is located at 385 Tremont Ave, East Orange, NJ, 07018.

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