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Summary
Dr. Vikram Shankar is a medical doctor specializing in ophthalmology and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and brings eight years of experience to his practice. His dual specialty background allows him to provide comprehensive eye care while understanding how systemic health conditions can affect vision.
Dr. Shankar practices at several prestigious medical centers, including Stanford Health Care, Stanford Hospital, and Santa Clara Valley Medical Center in Palo Alto and Stanford, California. He focuses on treating serious eye conditions such as glaucoma and cataracts. His expertise includes performing detailed eye exams and tonometry to measure eye pressure, which helps detect and monitor glaucoma progression.
Dr. Shankar practices at several prestigious medical centers, including Stanford Health Care, Stanford Hospital, and Santa Clara Valley Medical Center in Palo Alto and Stanford, California. He focuses on treating serious eye conditions such as glaucoma and cataracts. His expertise includes performing detailed eye exams and tonometry to measure eye pressure, which helps detect and monitor glaucoma progression.
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Quick Facts
- 8 years of experience
- Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 8 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Vikram Aditya Shankar has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Vikram Aditya Shankar | Dr. Keshav Narain | Susana Caytuiro | Kinjal Patel |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Nurse Practitioner | Nephrology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 8 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi | |||
| Palo Alto , CA | San Jose , CA | San Francisco , CA | Alameda , CA |
| Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine | Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Vikram Aditya Shankar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Vikram Aditya Shankar has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
8 Years Experience
Dr. Vikram Aditya Shankar 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 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine in 2018.
NPI Number
Dr. Shankar's NPI number is 1891298634.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Vikram Shankar's office located?
- Dr. Vikram Shankar's office is located at 500 Pasteur Dr, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
- Is Dr. Vikram Shankar accepting new patients?
- Dr. Vikram Shankar has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Vikram Shankar accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Vikram Shankar accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Vikram Shankar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Vikram Shankar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Vikram Shankar affiliated with?
- Dr. Vikram Shankar is affiliated with Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, Oconnor Hospital, Stanford Hospital, Regional Medical Center Of San Jose, Pennsylvania Hospital, Jefferson Hospital For Neuroscience, Stanford Health Care, and Stanford Hospital.
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