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Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD

Pediatrics*
3.5 (11)
Map Pin Small Poway, CA
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD

Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Poway, CA. They specialize in Pediatrics, has 31 years of experience, and is board certified in Pediatrics. They graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine and is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Poway. Dr. Shanmugam, completed a residency at Chldrn's Mercy Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Shanmugam an average 3.5 star rating.

Dr. Shanmugam works at Palomar Health Medical Group in Poway, CA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Shanmugam's Office Locations

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    Arch Health Medical Group - Poway
    15611 Pomerado Rd # 1, Poway, CA 92064 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 300-3647

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  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido
  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido
  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

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    Specialties*
    • Pediatrics

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    Years of Experience
    • 31 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1053387134
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Chldrn's Mercy Hospital
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    • Children's Mercy Hospital
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    Medical Education
    • University of Kansas School of Medicine
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    • Pediatrics
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    Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Shanmugam is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Shanmugam has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Shanmugam works at Palomar Health Medical Group in Poway, CA. View the full address on Dr. Shanmugam’s profile.

    11 patients have reviewed Dr. Shanmugam. The overall rating for this provider is 3.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Shanmugam.

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