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Dr. Susila Shanmuganathan, MD

Geriatric Medicine*
4.3 (6)
Map Pin Small Lafayette, LA
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12 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Susila Shanmuganathan, MD

Dr. Susila Shanmuganathan, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Lafayette, LA. They specialize in Geriatric Medicine, has 12 years of experience, and is board certified in Family Practice. They graduated from American University of Antigua and is affiliated with Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics and Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Shanmuganathan an average 4.3 star rating.

Dr. Shanmuganathan works at Practice in Lafayette, LA with other offices in Baton Rouge, LA. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Shanmuganathan's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics
    2390 W Congress St, Lafayette, LA 70506 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 266-4831
  2. 2
    Curana Health of Louisiana LLC
    2900 Westfork Dr Ste 401, Baton Rouge, LA 70827 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 991-9276
  3. 3
    Phoenix Provider Services LLC
    1509 Dulles Dr, Lafayette, LA 70506 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 991-9276
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    Magnolia Place
    1511 Dulles Dr, Lafayette, LA 70506 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (832) 474-0706

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  • Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics
  • Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

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    About Dr. Susila Shanmuganathan, MD

    Specialties*
    • Geriatric Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 12 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1447510300
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
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    Medical Education
    • American University of Antigua
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    Board Certifications
    • Family Practice and Geriatric Medicine
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