Sheela Vivekanandan

Overview

Sheela Vivekanandan, MD, is a neurosurgeon specializing in spine care. She received her medical degree from the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Medicine and completed her neurological surgery residency at Geisinger Medical Center, followed by a neurosurgery fellowship at the University of Utah.Dr. Vivekanandan’s clinical interests include spine care, sacroiliac joint fusion, lumbar fusion, meningioma, and subdural hematomas. She is a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, American Association of Neurological Surgeons, and Women in Neurosurgery. Her hobbies include golf, stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, hiking, board games, and exploring new destinations with her husband.

Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Arachnoid Cysts, Epidural Hematoma, and Thrombectomy.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Missouri At Kansas City School Of Medicine

Residency

Geisinger Medical Center

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in UT

Board Certifications

American Board Of Neurological Surgery

Fellowships

University of Utah School of Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Upmc Hanover
Upmc Memorial
Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

University Of Utah Department Of Neurosurgery-clinical Neuro
175 N Medical Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Other Locations
Neuro Critical Care - Som
50 N Medical Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84132

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. Sheela Vivekanandan

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sheela Vivekanandan?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Sheela Vivekanandan by calling their office at 801-585-7575. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Sheela Vivekanandan a top-rated expert for Thrombectomy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sheela Vivekanandan is classified as an Experienced expert for Thrombectomy, 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. Sheela Vivekanandan specialize in?

While Dr. Sheela Vivekanandan is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Thrombectomy, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Subdural Hematoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Sheela Vivekanandan participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Sheela Vivekanandan has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thrombectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Sheela Vivekanandan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Sheela Vivekanandan accept my insurance?

Dr. Sheela Vivekanandan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 801-585-7575 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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