Overview
Dr. Shankar is board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics and enjoys taking care of the entire family – from newborns to the elderly. She practices preventative care and evidenced-based medicine. She views herself as her patient’s (and their family’s) partner in health and believes in shared-decision making with her patients by building strong relationships based on compassion, respect, trust, and good communication. Prior to joining Baylor Scott and White, Dr. Shankar practiced in Houston, Texas and Atlanta, Georgia. She received the Outstanding Resident in Ambulatory Medicine for Internal Medicine/Pediatrics award during her medical training, and was recognized as an All-Star Clinician Communicator by her former employer. She is glad to be back in Texas, and outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and volunteering.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome.
Dr. Shankar is board certified in Pediatrics- American Board Of Pediatrics, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Med, and Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shankar is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
925 E Southlake Blvd, Ste 100, Southlake, TX 76092
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Anita P. Shankar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Anita P. Shankar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Anita P. Shankar by calling their office at 817-912-8800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Anita P. Shankar a top-rated expert for Hypothyroidism?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Anita P. Shankar is classified as an Experienced expert for Hypothyroidism, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Anita P. Shankar specialize in?
While Dr. Anita P. Shankar is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Anita P. Shankar accept my insurance?
Dr. Anita P. Shankar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 817-912-8800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- HypothyroidismDr. Shankar isExperienced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Shankar isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Rabson-Mendenhall SyndromeDr. Shankar isExperienced. Learn about Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome.