About Me
As a family medicine physician, I provide a comprehensive, holistic approach to health care for the entire family. I believe a strong physician-patient relationship founded on compassion is central to providing the highest quality care. I encourage my patients to ask questions and participate in developing their individualized treatment plans. I treat a wide range of conditions, but am especially interested in cardiology, diabetes, gynecologic care, hypertension, preventative medicine and women's health.
I enjoy working at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center because of the opportunity to serve my community in the dual role of physician and educator. At Ohio State, we enjoy access to a vast network of resources and educational opportunities to ensure our patients receive quality care for generations to come.
When I'm not working, I enjoy playing tennis, traveling and spending time with my family. My husband and I have two young boys who are active in the community. Most of the time our activities revolve around our kids.
Additional Languages I Speak
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Asthma
- Anxiety
- Preventive Medicine
- Geriatrics
- Family Practice
- Depression
- Contraception
- Athletic Injuries
- Women's Health
- Travel Medicine
- Disease Management
- Arthritis
- Holistic Health
- Primary Care
Locations Where I Practice
1800 Zollinger Road
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-2920
in Outpatient Care Upper Arlington
1800 Zollinger Road
5th Floor East
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-7417
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Gandhi Medical College, SECUNDERABAD, TELANGANA
10/1/1994 - 2/28/2001
Internship
University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospita, Minneapolis, MN
10/1/2005 - 3/1/2007
Internship
Grant Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2008
Residency
Grant Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2008 - 9/30/2010
Board Certification
American Board of Family Medicine
7/22/2011
Academic Information
My Department
Family Medicine
My Division
Family Medicine
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
131 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.8 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.7 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.6 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.7 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 09/30/2024, Dr. Shanker has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
I am very pleased
I was impressed by how much Dr Shanker cares about my health. I was tired and looked it and she took the time to discuss why and gave encouraging advice.
No bad experiences. Dr. Shanker makes extra effort to communicate with me because I am hearing impaired and have a cochlear implant. A very personable doctor. Professional but kind.
Always very interested in my health and what I do
Was thorough & took time to discuss blood test results in detail.
She was gruff, distracted, didn't answer my questions, dismissed my concerns, did not seem to remember me although I have been her patient for several years. She got up and left the room abruptly without comment and never returned. Very disturbing. Not at all like her usual demeanor and my usual appointment experience.
Dr.Shanker is and always hands down been the best doctor I've ver gone to. I've been her patient since I was 20 years old. She listens to me and takes my concerns seriously. I'm generally a very healthy person (physically) but lately I've been having troubles with my mental health due to excessive stress and life circumstances. Dr. Shanker did her best to find a solution for my ongoing anxiety and would reach out promptly when I messaged her on the patient portal. She goes above and beyond everyone.
The doctor was always willing to give good advice about my health
Very concerned about my health
She was wonderful and knowledgeable
No notes. Doctor Shanker is the best and I recommend her to anyone I know that is looking for a primary care provider.
Very friendly, caring, listened well, addressed my concerns, answered questions, willing to spend the time necessary to address questions/concerns
My care was the best from Dr. Shanker.
Friendly, efficient, courteous, and helpful
No bad experience. Generally all good.
Excellent
Everything was very good.
Very caring.
She is the best. Always listens, very knowledgeable, professional and thorough
Dr. Shanked takes the time to listen and follows through with whatever I need.
She listened to my concerns
Very pleasant and listened to my concerns
Kind
Very respectful of me, pleasant, knowledgeable
Good
All good
Professional and thorough
Dr Kirti was close to the end of her day and was very thorough with me and my new diabetes diagnosis.
Always tells me what is coming next so I am not surprised.
Dr Shankar is great and very informative of my care
Dr. Shanker, provides me with outstanding care and concern for my health. She listens and understands my concerns. I trust her to give me her honest feedback. Being an Afro American female I have total trust for my medical provider. I wish I had always received this honest support and kinds from medical providers previously. I am so blessed to have Dr. Shanker.
Knowledgeable and experienced.
Ok
Excellent care
Always friendly and listened to my concerns.
Dr. Shanker is wonderful. What is not wonderful is the limited time she has with patients. Real care requires trust and communication, both of which require time!
Very thorough and very nice
Dr. Shanker is the best, I was with my prior caregiver from the beginning to the end of his career, I never thought another would compare. She is every bit as good!
Very satisfying
Good
Dr. Shanker is amazing. I have been with her for around 11 years. She's always friendly and shows interest in my and my family, and takes the time to hear me and help me.
Excellent provider. Always takes time to understand what is going on with you. Never feel rushed. Very intelligent and quickly identifies what is going on/orders appropriate test.
This visit seemed a little rushed, but she took really good care of me.
She seemed rushed and distracted not like Usual she asked the same question several times yet never gave me the answer on what the test results were the last time I was in
The best provider in the hospital
Dr. Shanker is an exceptional provider. She is compassionate, listens, and extremely knowledgeable. She has treated me through various illness and I appreciate her thorough and conservative approach. So happy to have this quality of care, thank you!
Dr. Shanker is the best!
Ok
Very attentive to my needs. Took all the time I needed.
She is very good! I love Dr. Shanker
Very caring asked for ROI for all records on previous procedures/scopes/eye care.
She seemed too busy on this particular day so it was more rushed than usual. She usually is able to take a bit more time and be a bit more thoughtful during my visits, which I really appreciate.
Good
She's very caring & by the book... and that's good.
Very knowledgeable
Dr. Shanker's continues to provide be with outstanding customer service experiences. She listens and truly cares for her patients well-being. I am beyond blessed to have a caring primary care physician as she is.