Shekar Kota, Endocrinology-Diabetes
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Shekar Kota

Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

8919 Parallel Parkway Suite 403 Kansas City Kansas, 66112
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About

Shekar Kota, MD, a fellow of the American College of Endocrinology, obtained his medical degree in 1978 from the Mahatma Gandhi University Medical College in India. He continued to complete his medical training in the United States, specifically, his residency at Saint Josephs Medical Center and fellowship at the Medical College of Ohio. Kota is a member of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists. Compassion and best care to patients, he says, are keys to his success. Today, he practices endocrinology at the Providence Endocrine and Diabetes Care and Providence Medical Center in Kansas.

Education and Training

Mahatma Gandhi University Medical College

Board Certification

Endocrinology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 47 years of experience

Fellowships

  • Medical College of Ohio

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Compassion to Patients, Best Care to Patients

Hobbies / Sports

  • Art, Wood Carving

Shekar Kota's Practice location

8919 Parallel Parkway Suite 403 -
Kansas City, Kansas 66112
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New patients: 913-596-3940
http://www.providence-health.org/

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