3.7
3 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Sheila Turken has practiced internal medicine and endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism for 44 years. She treats type 2 diabetes mellitus, diabetes type 2 in children and teens, and hypothyroidism, and offers virtual care.
Dr. Turken earned her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Columbia Hospital. She sees patients in Elmhurst, New York, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Turken 3.67 out of 5.
Dr. Turken earned her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Columbia Hospital. She sees patients in Elmhurst, New York, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Turken 3.67 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 44 years of experience
- 13 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Columbia Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 14 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
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| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Elmhurst , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sheila Alice Turken
Medical Specialties
Dr. Sheila Alice Turken has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Sheila Alice Turken has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
44 Years Experience
Dr. Sheila Alice Turken holds an active medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Columbia Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1982.
NPI Number
Dr. Turken's NPI number is 1588605893.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. Sheila Turken accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Sheila Turken has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Sheila Turken's office located?
- Dr. Sheila Turken's office is located at 7901 Broadway, Elmhurst, NY, 11373.
- Does Dr. Sheila Turken accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Sheila Turken accepts on their Vitals profile.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sheila Turken?
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- Is Dr. Sheila Turken accepting new patients?
- Dr. Sheila Turken has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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