Dr. Nirupama Govindraj Shekar M.D.
Oncologist | Medical Oncology
1901 S 2nd St Mcallen TX, 78503About
Dr. Nirupama Shekar is an oncologist practicing in Mcallen, TX. Dr. Shekar specializes in the care and treatment of patients with cancer. As an oncologist, Dr. Shekar manages and oversees the treatment of a cancer patient after he or she has been diagnosed with the disease. Oncologists will care for their patients throughout the course of the disease. Types of oncologists include medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, gynecologic oncologists, pediatric oncologists and hematologist oncologists.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Medical Oncology
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