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Dr. Victoria Shanmugam, MD

Dr. Victoria Shanmugam, MD

Rheumatology*

Dr. Victoria Shanmugam, MD is a rheumatologist in Washington, DC. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Winchester Medical Center and George Washington University Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

2300 M St NW Washington, DC 20037
Telehealth available
(202) 741-3333

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Shanmugam specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Shanmugam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shanmugam

3.2
6 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
33%
33%
4 star
17%
17%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
33%
33%
1 star
17%
17%

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My wife was here patient until a month ago. My wife have severe rheumatoid arthritis and needed a refill on her medication but Dr. Shanmugan refused to give my wife an prescription for her medication until my wife scheduled an doctors appointment. My wife had an appointment but couldn’t make it due to her new job and been trying to reschedule her appointment for over a month. Finally my wife got in touch with Dr. Shanmugan’s nurse and she informed my wife that Dr. Shanmugan does not play when a patient miss their appointment and was only willing to meet with my wife until two months. As a rheumatology doctor, you should never treat any patient with an chronic and very painful disease this way.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 09, 2021
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I wasn't pleased with her beside manner. Ten 10 years ago I was diagnosed and have been treated for an autoimmune diseases. After one visit with Dr.Shaugnman before any lab work was completed she concluded that I have another autoimmune disease. Something I've never heard of not has any of my other Rheumatologist mentioned. Nor did she give me my literature on the disease. I 've search several site and I'm unable any information on it.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Nov 11, 2018
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She was there for my sister and made herself available at the drop of the hat. She was able to keep my sister almost pain free for a long time.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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T. L. Dawson in Cumberland, MD – Feb 06, 2016
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Rheumatology Spotlight

About Me

biography

Dr. Victoria Shanmugam, MD is a rheumatologist in Washington, DC. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Winchester Medical Center and George Washington University Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Georgetown University

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Georgetown University

    Residency Hospital

  • Georgetown University

    Internship Hospital

  • Imperial College London

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Locations

Practice

Senior Objectives2300 M St NW Washington, DC 20037
1

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Rd NW
    Washington, DC 20016
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Winchester Medical Center

    1840 Amherst St
    Winchester, VA 22601
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

    2501 Parkers Ln
    Alexandria, VA 22306
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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