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Dr. Linda Shookster, MD

Rheumatology* Age 68
Dr. Linda Shookster, MD
3.7 (3 Ratings)

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Dr. Linda Shookster, MD is a Rheumatologist in Bronx, NY.
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Dr. Linda Shookster, MD

Rheumatology* Age 68
Bronx, NY
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43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Linda Shookster, MD is a Rheumatologist in Bronx, NY.

About

Dr. Shookster graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Linda Shookster, MD is a Rheumatologist in Bronx, NY and has 43 years experience. Dr. Shookster currently practices at Practice. Dr. Shookster has experience treating conditions like Fibromyalgia, Chronic Neck Pain and Arthritis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shookster received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Shookster's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Shookster also speaks Spanish. Dr. Shookster is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Fibromyalgia
Chronic Neck Pain
Arthritis
Fibromyalgia
Chronic Neck Pain
Arthritis
Fibromyalgia
Chronic Neck Pain
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Degenerative Disc Disease
Gout
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Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Malaise and Fatigue
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Vasculitis
Steroid Injection
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Arthritis of the Neck
Bursitis
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Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Pain
De Quervain's Disease
Dermatomyositis
Difficulty With Walking
Dry Eyes
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Dupuytrens Contracture
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Goodpasture's Disease
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Swelling
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyositis
Post-Viral Disorder
Psoriatic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spondylitis
Systemic Vasculitis
Takayasu's Arteritis
Temporal Arteritis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal

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  • Blue Card PPO
  • Total Plans EPO
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    Navigate HMO
  • Choice POS
    Choice Care PPO
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  • AWH NJ Choice MultiTier POS II
    Open Choice PPO
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    Savings Plus of Metro, NY
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Locations

  1. 1 Randall V. Ehrlich MD PC
    625 E Fordham Rd, Bronx, NY 10458
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 933-1900
    Monday
    09:00 - 14:30
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 14:30
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 14:30
    Thursday
    09:00 - 14:30
    Friday
    09:00 - 14:30
  2. 2 Long Island Osteoporosis & Arthritis Center
    524 Old Country Rd, Plainview, NY 11803
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 933-1900
  3. 3 Urban Health Plan
    938 Saxon Blvd Ste D, Orange City, FL 32763
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (646) 520-7261

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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Rheumatology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
    1981
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Linda Shookster, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shookster's profile.

Dr. Shookster frequently treats the following conditions: Fibromyalgia, Chronic Neck Pain and Arthritis. See more on Sharecare.

Yes, Dr. Linda Shookster, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.