Overview
Sunitha Santhakumar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Rochester Hills, Michigan.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1423 Walton Blvd, Rochester Hills, MI 48309
4201 Saint Antoine St, Detroit, MI 48201
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. Sunitha Santhakumar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sunitha Santhakumar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sunitha Santhakumar by calling their office at 248-650-4141. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sunitha Santhakumar a top-rated expert for Stroke?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sunitha Santhakumar is classified as an Experienced expert for Stroke, 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. Sunitha Santhakumar specialize in?
While Dr. Sunitha Santhakumar is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, and Cerebellar Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Sunitha Santhakumar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sunitha Santhakumar has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. Sunitha Santhakumar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sunitha Santhakumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sunitha Santhakumar accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana and McLaren Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 248-650-4141 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- ApoplexyDr. Santhakumar isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Santhakumar isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- EpilepsyDr. Santhakumar isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Santhakumar isExperienced. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- HeadacheDr. Santhakumar isExperienced. Learn about Headache.
- Memory LossDr. Santhakumar isExperienced. Learn about Memory Loss.
