Summary

Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated over five decades to patient care, bringing 55 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from King Georges Medical University and focuses on comprehensive adult healthcare through internal medicine. Dr. Sheelawanti is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Sheelawanti practices at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and sees patients in Elmhurst, New York. She specializes in managing high cholesterol in children and teens, along with treating hyperlipidemia and vitamin D deficiency in patients of all ages. Her clinical expertise includes performing complete blood counts, general blood tests, and lipid panels to monitor and assess patient health. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 55 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • King Georges Medical University
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti has 2 locations

Advantagecare Physicians

8831 55TH AVEELMHURST, NY 11373
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

Elmhurst Hospital Center

7901 BroadwayElmhurst, NY 11373

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
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55 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi Speaks Spanish, Russian Speaks English, Arabic, Spanish
ELMHURST , NYNew York , NYSouth Ozone Park , NYBROOKLYN , NY
Med School: King Georges Medical University Med School: Maulana Azad Medical College Med School: Ross University School of Medicine Med School: Alexandria University, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

55 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

King Georges Medical UniversityGraduated in 1971

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti speak?
Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti accepting new patients?
Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti?
You can find contact information for Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti affiliated with?
Dr. Sheela Sheelawanti is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center.

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