Dr. Shashank Shekhar
Overview
As a dedicated neurologist with a specialization in general and vascular neurology, I primarily treat patients suffering from stroke. Due to the preventable nature of stroke, I strive to focus on the stroke etiology. My work includes participation in innovative clinical trials primarily on stroke identification and later rehabilitation, allowing me to bring the latest treatments to my patients. My decision to pursue neurology was driven by a fascination with the intricacies of the human brain and a desire to provide tangible relief to those affected by neurological disorders. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy people and nature photography.
Dr. Shekhar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 295 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 10 articles in the study of Dementia.
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- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
1 Clinical Trials
University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Andrea Bozoki is a Psychiatrist and a Neurologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Bozoki is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Frontotemporal Dementia, Dementia, and Cerebellar Degeneration. Dr. Bozoki is currently accepting new patients.
Duke Neurology Morreene Road
I see patients with memory disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. In almost every encounter, I feel like I see two patients: the person with the disease and the person taking care of the person with the disease. The caregiver often needs as much attention as the patient because they are under a lot of stress, so I offer helpful tips, advice, encouragement, and resources. These diseases don’t have cures, so I spend a lot of time talking with caregivers, diagnosing the disease, and helping families cope. There are some medicines we use for these diseases, but their effect is fairly limited, so we also try to treat side effects, such as depression or behavioral problems. It’s a partnership between the doctor, the patient, and the family trying to keep the patient as safe, happy, and healthy as possible. I am also involved in research projects and enjoy both seeing patients and studying their diseases in the lab. Dr. O'brien is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Degeneration, Alzheimer's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Dementia.
University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Gwenn Garden is a Neurologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Garden is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 7, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy. Dr. Garden is currently accepting new patients.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Shekhar isDistinguished. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- StrokeDr. Shekhar isDistinguished. Learn about Stroke.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)Dr. Shekhar isDistinguished. Learn about Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
- Advanced
- Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD)
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Shekhar isAdvanced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- Experienced
- Aicardi-Goutieres SyndromeDr. Shekhar isExperienced. Learn about Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome.
- Alzheimer's DiseaseDr. Shekhar isExperienced. Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
- CACH SyndromeDr. Shekhar isExperienced. Learn about CACH Syndrome.
- Cardiac AmyloidosisDr. Shekhar isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Amyloidosis.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Shekhar isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Cavernous LymphangiomaDr. Shekhar isExperienced. Learn about Cavernous Lymphangioma.