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Dr. Lakshmi Shankar, MD

Vascular Neurology*
Map Pin Small Hershey, PA
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Lakshmi Shankar, MD

Dr. Lakshmi Shankar, MD is a Vascular Neurology Specialist in Hershey, PA. They specialize in Vascular Neurology, has 17 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurology. They graduated from DR. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY / STANLEY MEDICAL COLLEGE and is affiliated with Milton S Hershey Medical Center.

Dr. Shankar works at Practice in Hershey, PA. They frequently treat conditions like Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna 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. Shankar's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Mshmc-rehab Hospital
    500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (717) 531-3828
  2. 2
    Penn State Health Medical Group - Hope Drive Radiology
    30 Hope Dr, Hershey, PA 17033 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (717) 531-3828

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  • Milton S Hershey Medical Center

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    About Dr. Lakshmi Shankar, MD

    Specialties*
    • Vascular Neurology

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    • 17 years of experience
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    • 1396975058
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    Education & Certifications

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    • DR. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY / STANLEY MEDICAL COLLEGE
    Medical Education
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    • Neurology and Vascular Neurology
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    Dr. Shankar has seen patients for Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Shankar on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

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