Overview
Shanika Samarasinghe is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Hickory Hills, Illinois.
Dr. Samarasinghe is highly rated in 44 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Nodule, Diabetic Neuropathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Samarasinghe is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
9608 S Roberts Rd, Hickory Hills, IL 60457
2160 S 1st Ave, Maywood, IL 60153
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Samarasinghe 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
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shanika P. Samarasinghe
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shanika P. Samarasinghe?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Shanika P. Samarasinghe by calling their office at 708-233-5333. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Shanika P. Samarasinghe a top-rated expert for Thyroid Nodule?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shanika P. Samarasinghe is classified as an Distinguished expert for Thyroid Nodule, 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. Shanika P. Samarasinghe specialize in?
While Dr. Shanika P. Samarasinghe is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Thyroid Nodule, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Shanika P. Samarasinghe participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Shanika P. Samarasinghe has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thyroid Nodule. You can view a list of Dr. Shanika P. Samarasinghe's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Shanika P. Samarasinghe accept my insurance?
Dr. Shanika P. Samarasinghe accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 708-233-5333 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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- Distinguished
- Diabetic NeuropathyDr. Samarasinghe isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Neuropathy.
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Samarasinghe isDistinguished. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Samarasinghe isDistinguished. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Samarasinghe isDistinguished. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- Advanced
- Addison's DiseaseDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Addison's Disease.
- Adrenal Insufficiency PediatricDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.
- Familial HyperaldosteronismDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Hyperaldosteronism.
- Familial Isolated HyperparathyroidismDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism.
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD)Dr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD).
- HyperaldosteronismDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Hyperaldosteronism.
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- HyperthyroidismDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Hyperthyroidism.
- HypogonadismDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Hypogonadism.
- Hypogonadotropic HypogonadismDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism.
- HypopituitarismDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Hypopituitarism.
- HypothyroidismDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Isolated Hypogonadotropic HypogonadismDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism.
- Juvenile Primary OsteoporosisDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis.
- Kallmann SyndromeDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Kallmann Syndrome.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- MelorheostosisDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Melorheostosis.
- Melorheostosis with OsteopoikilosisDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.
- Neonatal Severe HyperparathyroidismDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Osteitis FibrosaDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Osteitis Fibrosa.
- OsteopeniaDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Osteopenia.
- OsteoporosisDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- PanhypopituitarismDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Panhypopituitarism.
- Papillary Thyroid CancerDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Papillary Thyroid Cancer.
- Parathyroid HyperplasiaDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Parathyroid Hyperplasia.
- Pediatric Growth Hormone DeficiencyDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Pituitary TumorDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Pituitary Tumor.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- ProlactinomaDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Prolactinoma.
- Secondary Adrenal InsufficiencyDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency.
- Sheehan SyndromeDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Sheehan Syndrome.
- Thyroid CancerDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
- Thyroid StormDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroid Storm.
- Triple A SyndromeDr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Triple A Syndrome.
- Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)Dr. Samarasinghe isAdvanced. Learn about Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).
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- AcromegalyDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Acromegaly.
- Adrenal Gland AdenomaDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Gland Adenoma.
- Autosomal Dominant HypocalcemiaDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Dominant Hypocalcemia.
- Cushing's syndromeDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Cushing's syndrome.
- Cushing's syndrome due to Adrenal TumorDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Cushing's syndrome due to Adrenal Tumor.
- Deafness Hypogonadism SyndromeDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.
- Diabetes Insipidus (DI)Dr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Diabetes Insipidus (DI).
- Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar SyndromeDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Empty Sella SyndromeDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Empty Sella Syndrome.
- Eunuchoidism Familial HypogonadotropicDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Eunuchoidism Familial Hypogonadotropic.
- Exogenous Cushing's syndromeDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Exogenous Cushing's syndrome.
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1Dr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1.
- GigantismDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Gigantism.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Hashimoto ThyroiditisDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Hashimoto Thyroiditis.
- Hereditary Paraganglioma-Pheochromocytoma SyndromeDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Paraganglioma-Pheochromocytoma Syndrome.
- HypercalcemiaDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Hypercalcemia.
- Hypogonadism Primary Partial AlopeciaDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia.
- Hypothalamic TumorDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Hypothalamic Tumor.
- Idiopathic HypercalciuriaDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Hypercalciuria.
- Infant HyperglycemiaDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Infant Hyperglycemia.
- InfertilityDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Infertility.
- Isolated ACTH DeficiencyDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Isolated ACTH Deficiency.
- JaundiceDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Low Blood SugarDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Sugar.
- Male Pseudohermaphroditism with GynecomastiaDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Male Pseudohermaphroditism with Gynecomastia.
- Milk-Alkali SyndromeDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Milk-Alkali Syndrome.
- Multiple Endocrine NeoplasiaDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia.
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1Dr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1.
- Neurohypophyseal Diabetes InsipidusDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Neurohypophyseal Diabetes Insipidus.
- Paget's Disease of BoneDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Paget's Disease of Bone.
- PheochromocytomaDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Pheochromocytoma.
- Pituitary ApoplexyDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Pituitary Apoplexy.
- Rabson-Mendenhall SyndromeDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome.
- Rathke Cleft CystDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Rathke Cleft Cyst.
- Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID)Dr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID).
- Short Stature (Growth Disorders)Dr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Short Stature (Growth Disorders).
- Silent ThyroiditisDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Silent Thyroiditis.
- Sotos SyndromeDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Sotos Syndrome.
- Testicular FailureDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Testicular Failure.
- Toxic Nodular GoiterDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Toxic Nodular Goiter.
- Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD)Dr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD).
- Vitamin D DeficiencyDr. Samarasinghe isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin D Deficiency.