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Summary
Dr. Suchada Shu treats rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and osteoarthritis, and practices rheumatology and internal medicine. She has 27 years of experience and performs comprehensive metabolic panel, high-sensitivity C-reactive protein, and creatinine and creatinine clearance tests. Dr. Shu completed her residency at UCLA Medical Center and earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. She is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center, and sees patients in Gardena, Harbor City, and Downey, California.
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Quick Facts
- 27 years of experience
- speaks English
- Ucla Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Suchada Apple Shu has 3 locationsKaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center
25825 Vermont AveHarbor City, CA 90710 Tel: (310) 325-5111
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| Rheumatology | Rheumatology | Medical Genetics | Emergency Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 27 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 60 Years of Experience | 46 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
| Gardena , CA | Cerritos , CA | Santa Monica , CA | Valley Village , CA |
| Med School: KECK SCHOOL OF MEDICINE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA | Med School: Rural Medical College Of Pravara Medical Trust | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine | Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Suchada Apple Shu
Medical Specialties
Dr. Suchada Apple Shu has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Suchada Apple Shu has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
27 Years Experience
Dr. Suchada Apple Shu holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from KECK SCHOOL OF MEDICINE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA and Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California in 1999.
NPI Number
Dr. Shu's NPI number is 1538236344.
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- Is Dr. Suchada Shu accepting new patients?
- Dr. Suchada Shu has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Suchada Shu's office located?
- Dr. Suchada Shu's office is located at 18600 S Figueroa St, Gardena, CA, 90248.
- Does Dr. Suchada Shu accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Suchada Shu accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Suchada Shu affiliated with?
- Dr. Suchada Shu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center and KAISER PERMANENTE DOWNEY MEDICAL CENTER.
- Does Dr. Suchada Shu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Suchada Shu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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