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Dr. Raina Shivashankar, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 39
Dr. Raina Shivashankar, MD
4.8 (111 Ratings)
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Dr. Raina Shivashankar, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA.
Dr. Raina Shivashankar, MD
4.8 (111 Ratings)
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Dr. Raina Shivashankar, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 39
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
14 years of experience
Dr. Raina Shivashankar, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA.
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Dr. Shivashankar graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 2010 and completed a residency at Mayo Clinic.Dr. Raina Shivashankar, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA and has 14 years experience. Dr. Shivashankar currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Shivashankar has experience treating conditions like Gastrointestinal Malabsorption among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shivashankar received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 111 times. Dr. Shivashankar's office accepts new patients. Dr. Shivashankar is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Locations

  1. 1 Dept of Gastroenterology/Hepatology
    1101 Chestnut St Fl 8, Philadelphia, PA 19107
  2. 2 Jefferson GI Associates
    700 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Experience and Background Check

Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Ulcerative Colitis
Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Chronic Gastritis
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diarrhea
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Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Pelvic Abscess
Reflux Esophagitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vitamin_Deficiency
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Achlorhydria
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Hepatitis
Ascites
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Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Celiac Disease
Cholangitis
Cirrhosis
Congenital Achalasia
Dehydration
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Ulcer
Dysentery
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrojejunal Ulcer
Heartburn
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hereditary Amyloidosis
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Malabsorption Carbohydrate
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Abscess
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Meckel's Diverticulum
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Pernicious Anemia
Pinworm
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Pouchitis
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Ulcer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Complex Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vomiting Disorders
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Proctosigmoidoscopy
Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shivashankar
4.8
Based on 111 Reviews
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4 Stars (12)
3 Stars (4)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (0)

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Insurance Accepted

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  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Intergroup
  • One Net
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Keystone Health Plan East
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Devon Health
  • United Healthcare
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • WellPoint
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  • Aetna
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  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • MultiPlan PPO
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  • US Family Health Plan
  • Humana
  • GEHA
  • UPMC
  • QualCare
  • Curative PPO Plus
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    Curative EPO
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Private HealthCare Systems

About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Raina Shivashankar, MD is a gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 13 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 2010. She specializes in Gastroenterology.
Biography
Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Drexel University College of Medicine
    2010
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Mayo Clinic
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Pennsylvania
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Raina Shivashankar, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shivashankar's profile.

Dr. Shivashankar frequently treats the following conditions: Gastrointestinal Malabsorption. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Raina Shivashankar, MD is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Raina Shivashankar, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Dr. Shivashankar has over 14 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    111 S 11th St, Philadelphia, PA

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