4.2
5 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Veena Shankaran specializes in oncology, focusing on the comprehensive care of cancer patients. They earned their medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and brings 24 years of experience to their practice. Dr. Shankaran is multilingual, speaking Chinese, English, French, and Spanish to better serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Shankaran practices at several prestigious medical centers in Seattle, Washington, including UW Medical Center Montlake, Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center Northwest, and Fred Hutch at UW Medical Center Montlake. They specialize in treating patients with esophageal cancer and stomach cancer, while also helping manage nausea and vomiting that can occur during cancer treatment. Their expertise includes performing infusion therapy and administering intravenous chemotherapy to provide comprehensive cancer care. Patients have given Dr. Shankaran an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Shankaran practices at several prestigious medical centers in Seattle, Washington, including UW Medical Center Montlake, Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center Northwest, and Fred Hutch at UW Medical Center Montlake. They specialize in treating patients with esophageal cancer and stomach cancer, while also helping manage nausea and vomiting that can occur during cancer treatment. Their expertise includes performing infusion therapy and administering intravenous chemotherapy to provide comprehensive cancer care. Patients have given Dr. Shankaran an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 24 years of experience
- speaks Chinese, English, French, Spanish
- University Of Michigan Medical School
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
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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| Oncology | Oncology | Oncology | Oncology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 24 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Chinese, English, French, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks Chinese, Spanish | |
| Seattle , WA | Seattle , WA | Seattle , WA | Seattle , WA |
| Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Veena Shankaran
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Medical Specialties
Veena Shankaran has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Veena Shankaran has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
24 Years Experience
Veena Shankaran holds an active medical license in the state of Washington.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Michigan Medical School in 2002.
NPI Number
Veena Shankaran's NPI number is 1386619500.
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- Veena Shankaran is affiliated with Uw Medical Center Montlake, Harborview Medical Center, Uw Medical Center Northwest, and Fred Hutch At Uw Medical Center Montlake.
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- Veena Shankaran's office is located at 825 Eastlake Ave. East, Seattle, WA, 98109.
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