Dr. Shashank S. 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 Papilledema. 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 298 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 1 article in the study of Papilledema.
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- EPO
- 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
Sidney Gospe is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Gospe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. His top areas of expertise are Papilledema, Internal Carotid Agenesis, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Epilepsy, and Vitrectomy.
Duke Neurology Morreene Road
As a headache specialist, I see patients with headaches and other causes of head and face pain, along with other neurological disorders. Dr. Sengupta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Headache, and Papilledema.
Duke Eye Center
I evaluate and treat patients with a variety of visual symptoms arising from neurological disorders. Common symptoms include vision loss, double vision, and many others. I also see patients with inflammatory and autoimmune conditions of the nervous system, such as multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica, and others. I believe that open communication and trust are the foundation of a healthy doctor-patient relationship. I enjoy listening to and learning from my patients and feel very privileged to be involved with their care. When not at work, I enjoy spending time with family and exploring outdoors. Dr. Tagg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. His top areas of expertise are Optic Neuritis, Papilledema, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, and Increased Intracranial Pressure.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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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.