Summary

Dr. Vidyashankar Ponnathpur is a cardiovascular disease specialist with 39 years of experience treating heart conditions. He earned his medical degree from Bangalore University and completed multiple residencies and fellowships to develop his expertise in cardiology. His training includes residencies at Command Hospital Air Force and Bowring And Lady Curzon Hospital in India, as well as advanced training at Medical University of South Carolina and Medical College of Virginia Hospitals. Dr. Ponnathpur is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada.

Dr. Ponnathpur practices at Saint Lukes Miners Campus and sees patients at St. Luke's Cardiology Associates in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating heart rhythm problems, chest wall pain, and managing cardiovascular complications in patients with chronic kidney disease. His expertise includes performing electrocardiograms, exercise stress tests, and contrast echocardiography to diagnose and monitor heart conditions. Patients rate Dr. Ponnathpur 4.6 out of 5 stars for his cardiovascular care.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 39 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Hindi, Kannada
  • Medical College of Virginia Hospitals
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

St. Luke's Cardiology Associates - East Stroudsburg

235 E Brown St Ste 302East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.6 
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39 Years of Experience 60 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Hindi, Kannada Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
East Stroudsburg , PANewton , NJBethlehem , PAHackettstown , NJ
Med School: Bangalore University Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Vidyashankar R Ponnathpur

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Keystone First
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Vidyashankar R Ponnathpur has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Vidyashankar R Ponnathpur has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Vidyashankar R Ponnathpur holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Medical College of Virginia Hospitals in 1999 and Medical University of South Carolina in 1994.

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine in 1996, Command Hospital Air Force in 1992, and Bowring And Lady Curzon Hospital in 1988.

Medical School

Graduated from Bangalore University in 1992 and Vijayanagara Institute of Medical Sciences in 1987.

NPI Number

Vidyashankar R Ponnathpur's NPI number is 1588608103.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Vidyashankar Ponnathpur speak?
Vidyashankar Ponnathpur speaks English, Hindi, and Kannada.
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Where is Vidyashankar Ponnathpur's office located?
Vidyashankar Ponnathpur's office is located at 235 E Brown St Ste 302, East Stroudsburg, PA, 18301.
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