4.3
12 Ratings with 5 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Tchaka Shepherd treats closed head injury, traumatic brain injury, and lacerations, and performs therapeutic hypothermia and CT scans. He practices surgery and critical care medicine and has 28 years of experience. He is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center in Lynwood, California. He earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shepherd 4.25 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 28 years of experience
- Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
- 5 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Dr. Tchaka Bayete Shepherd, MD | Isaac Gregory Heesen | Lisa Kay Koser | Nathaly Morales |
| Surgery | Nurse Practitioner | Nurse Practitioner | Nurse Practitioner |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 28 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Lynwood , CA | West Hollywood , CA | West Hollywood , CA | Los Angeles , CA |
| Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | |||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Tchaka Bayete Shepherd
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Tchaka Bayete Shepherd has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Tchaka Bayete Shepherd has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
28 Years Experience
Dr. Tchaka Bayete Shepherd holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 1998.
NPI Number
Dr. Shepherd's NPI number is 1124078670.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Tchaka Shepherd affiliated with?
- Dr. Tchaka Shepherd is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Tchaka Shepherd accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Tchaka Shepherd has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Tchaka Shepherd accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Tchaka Shepherd accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Tchaka Shepherd accepting new patients?
- Dr. Tchaka Shepherd has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Tchaka Shepherd's office located?
- Dr. Tchaka Shepherd's office is located at 3630 E Imperial Hwy, Lynwood, CA, 90262.
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