Overview
Dr. Merica Shrestha is a specialty care physician board certified in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, and internal medicine. She joined Inova in 2020, and has been practicing since 2007. Dr. Shrestha served as a U.S. Army physician at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, and then in the role of Assistant Chief of Endocrinology at Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Ft. Gordon, GA. She subsequently practiced as an endocrinologist with Mount Vernon Internal Medicine beginning in 2016. Dr. Shrestha evaluates and treats a broad spectrum of endocrinology conditions. She has special interests in fine-needle aspiration biopsies of thyroid nodules, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal and pituitary disorders, osteoporosis, and complex diabetes management. She is passionate about creating trusting partnerships with her patients, in order to help improve disease burden and quality of life. Dr. Shrestha currently resides in Northern Virginia with her husband, three children, and dog. She enjoys exploring the outdoors with her family, cooking, and traveling. Memberships/Accreditations The Endocrine Society Top Doctors, Washingtonian, 2018-2022 The Army Meritorious Service Medal, April 2016.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Pheochromocytoma, Hereditary Paraganglioma-Pheochromocytoma Syndrome, Thyroid Nodule, and Obesity in Children.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Shrestha is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
8100 Boone Blvd, 700, Tysons, VA 22182
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Shrestha has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Merica Shrestha
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Merica Shrestha?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Merica Shrestha by calling their office at 703-531-2269. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Merica Shrestha a top-rated expert for Pheochromocytoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Merica Shrestha is classified as an Experienced expert for Pheochromocytoma, 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. Merica Shrestha specialize in?
While Dr. Merica Shrestha is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Pheochromocytoma, Hereditary Paraganglioma-Pheochromocytoma Syndrome, and Thyroid Nodule. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Merica Shrestha participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Merica Shrestha has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pheochromocytoma. You can view a list of Dr. Merica Shrestha's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Merica Shrestha accept my insurance?
Dr. Merica Shrestha accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 703-531-2269 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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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- Familial Isolated HyperparathyroidismDr. Shrestha isExperienced. Learn about Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism.
- Hereditary Paraganglioma-Pheochromocytoma Syndrome
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Shrestha isExperienced. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- HypothyroidismDr. Shrestha isExperienced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Shrestha isExperienced. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- Neonatal Severe HyperparathyroidismDr. Shrestha isExperienced. Learn about Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Shrestha isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Osteitis FibrosaDr. Shrestha isExperienced. Learn about Osteitis Fibrosa.
- OsteoporosisDr. Shrestha isExperienced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- Parathyroid HyperplasiaDr. Shrestha isExperienced. Learn about Parathyroid Hyperplasia.
- PheochromocytomaDr. Shrestha isExperienced. Learn about Pheochromocytoma.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Shrestha isExperienced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- Thyroid CancerDr. Shrestha isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Shrestha isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Shrestha isExperienced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).