- Pediatricians
- CA
- Poway, CA
- Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD

Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD
Pediatrics•Female•Age 60
Pediatrics
Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Poway, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1993. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Poway. Her office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.
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Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD
Pediatrics
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Palomar Health Medical Group
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- Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD
At a Glance
- Offers Telehealth • This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
Dr. Shanmugam's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shanmugam
3.5
Based on 11 ratings
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1 Star | 36% | 36% |
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Shanmugam to family and friends is 3.5454545 out of 5
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Dr. Shanmugam's conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Pain
- Acne
- Acute Pharyngitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Allergies
- Asthma in Children
- Balanoposthitis
- Bladder Infection
- Common Cold
- Cough
- Diabetes Counseling
- Ear Ache
- Fever
- Gastritis
- Headache
- Herpes Simplex Infection
- Hives
- Impetigo
- Infections
- Injuries
- Kidney Infection
- Limb Pain
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Nasopharyngitis
- Nausea
- Newborn Jaundice
- Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Obesity
- Otitis Media
- Pediatric Diseases
- Pharyngitis
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
- Rash
- Shortness of Breath
- Sinusitis
- Wheezing
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Dr. Shanmugam accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
- Blue Shield of California
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- Cigna
- Coventry Health Care
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- MultiPlan
- Sharp Health Plan
- UnitedHealthCare
- United Healthcare
About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Pediatrics
- Pediatric Medicine
Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD?
Click here to schedule an appointment online. New patients may call (442) 274-0568 to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD accept any insurance plans?
A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Healthgrades insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.
Does Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD accept new patients?
New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shanmugam's profile.
What conditions does Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD treat?
Dr. Shanmugam frequently treats the following conditions: Abdominal Pain, Acne, and Acute Pharyngitis. See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD's office address?
Dr. Shanmugam's office is located at 15611 Pomerado Rd # 1, Poway, CA 92064. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Is Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD able to provide telehealth services?
Dr. Shanmugam provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Is Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Poway.
How much experience does Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD have?
Dr. Shanmugam has over 29 years of healthcare experience.
Does Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 3.5/5 for Dr. Cheryl Shanmugam, MD. Patients say that the appointment wasn't rushed and the provider listened & answered questions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
Affiliated Hospitals
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.17 Awards Received
Award Highlight: State Ranking Award - Orthopedic Surgery™ (2023)
67% Patients that would definitely recommend, 3% lower than the national average
1 Award Received
72% Patients that would definitely recommend, 2% higher than the national average
19 Awards Received
Award Highlight: State Ranking Award - Orthopedic Surgery™ (2023)
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