4.7
28 Ratings with 13 written Reviews
Summary
Veena Shankar specializes in cardiovascular disease, focusing on heart and blood vessel conditions that affect patients of all ages. They earned their medical degree from Bangalore Medical College at Bangalore University in India and completed residency training at the University of Connecticut Health Center. With 34 years of clinical experience, they have developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating various heart conditions. Veena Shankar is fluent in both Chinese and English.
Their practice is affiliated with Framingham Union Hospital, with locations spanning Framingham, Worcester, Marlborough, and Natick, Massachusetts. They specialize in managing high cholesterol in children and teens, along with treating hyperlipidemia and familial lipid disorders. Veena Shankar performs diagnostic heart tests including electrocardiograms and echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and structure. Patients rate their care at 4.7 stars on average.
Their practice is affiliated with Framingham Union Hospital, with locations spanning Framingham, Worcester, Marlborough, and Natick, Massachusetts. They specialize in managing high cholesterol in children and teens, along with treating hyperlipidemia and familial lipid disorders. Veena Shankar performs diagnostic heart tests including electrocardiograms and echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and structure. Patients rate their care at 4.7 stars on average.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 34 years of experience
- 37 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Chinese, English
- University Of Connecticut Health Center
- 13 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 13 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Veena R Shankar has 5 locationsCharles River Medical Associates
571 UNION AVE STE 103FRAMINGHAM, MA 01702Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Veena R Shankar, MD | Dr. Dana Weisshaar, MD | Dr. Stephen Michael Pezzella | Dr. Jaimie Manlucu |
| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 34 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 53 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Chinese, English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| FRAMINGHAM , MA | Cambridge , MA | Worcester , MA | Boston , MA |
| Med School: Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India | Med School: University of Toledo Medical School | Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Veena R Shankar
Medical Specialties
Dr. Veena R Shankar has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Veena R Shankar has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
34 Years Experience
Dr. Veena R Shankar holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Connecticut Health Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India in 1992.
NPI Number
Dr. Shankar's NPI number is 1659354587.
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- Dr. Veena R Shankar's office is located at 571 UNION AVE STE 103, FRAMINGHAM, MA, 01702.
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- Dr. Veena R Shankar is affiliated with Framingham Union Hospital.
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- Dr. Veena R Shankar speaks Chinese and English.
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