Dr. Sharila Krishnan, MD

Dr. Sharila Krishnan is an internal medicine physician who specializes in nephrology, bringing 37 years of medical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Madras Medical College and completed her residency training at Maimonides Medical Center. Her extensive background in kidney care allows her to treat complex conditions affecting the kidneys and overall internal health. Dr. Krishnan is fluent in Chinese, Spanish, French, and English.

Dr. Krishnan practices at Staten Island University Hospital South and sees patients at multiple locations throughout Staten Island, New York. She focuses on managing high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and type 2 diabetes. Her practice includes ordering complete blood counts and other blood tests to monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Krishnan an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 on Vitals.