Dr. Shalaka Ghate, MD
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40 y/o
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Dr. Shalaka Ghate, MD is a family medicine specialist in Jacksonville, FL and has been practicing for 11 years. She specializes in family medicine and geriatric medicine.Read her story
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Dr. Ghate's Experience
Dr. Ghate's experience matches your search based on the following criteria:
- Based on total number of patients treated over the last 12 months
- Specializes in Family Medicine
- Board certified in Family Practice
- No malpractice claims found
- No sanctions found
- No board actions found
Dr. Ghate's bio
This content was provided by Dr. Ghate "Dr. Shalaka Ghate joined Memorial Family Medicine in 2008 and oversees the healthcare needs for all ages, including health promotion, disease prevention, health maintenance with well child visits, adult physicals (including pap smears and pelvic exams), counseling, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses like hypertension, diabetes etc. She has completed her Family Medicine residency training from St. Vincent's Medical Center, right here in Jacksonville. Being a primary care physician, she knows she is often the first point of consultation for all your health concerns. So she places a strong emphasis of good communication and educating patients to better understand their own health condition. She was recognized as being one of America's Top Family Doctors for 2010."
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Care Philosophy
This content was provided by Dr. Ghate "Being a primary care physician, she knows she is the first point of consultation for patients for their health concerns. So she places a strong emphasis on good communications and educationg patients to better understand their own health conditions."
2 Â Specialties
- Family Medicine
- Geriatric Medicine
1 Â Board Certifications
- Family PracticeAccredited by: American Board of Family Medicine*
235 Â Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Disorders
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Thyroid
- Acne
- Acute Bronchitis
- Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Acute Laryngitis
- Acute Pharyngitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Acute Tonsillitis
- Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
- ADHD and-or ADD
- Administrative Physical
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergies
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Anaphylaxis
- Anemia
- Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
- Ankle Sprains and Strains
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Asthma
- Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
- Ataxia
- Atherosclerosis
- Athlete's Foot
- Back Pain
- Bladder Diseases
- Bladder Infection
- Blood Disorders
- Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
- Boil
- Bone Disorders
- Breast Diseases
- Breast Pain
- Bronchitis
- Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Car Accident Injuries
- Celiac Disease
- Cellulitis
- Chest Pain
- Chickenpox
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Coccygeal Pain
- Cold Sore
- Confusion
- Constipation
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Cough
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Dehydration
- Dermatitis
- Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diarrhea
- Diverticulosis, Intestinal
- Dizziness
- Dry Eyes
- Dysphagia
- Ear Ache
- Ear Disorders
- Earwax Buildup
- Elbow Injuries
- Emphysema
- Encounters for Normal Pregnancies
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Essential Tremor
- Fever
- Fibromyalgia
- Folliculitis
- Foot Conditions
- Fungal Nail Infection
- Gait Abnormality
- Ganglion Cyst
- Gas-Bloat Syndrome
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Gastroparesis
- Glaucoma
- Gonorrhea Infections
- Gout
- Hair Loss
- Hammer Toe
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Heart Palpitations
- Hemorrhoids
- Herpes Simplex Infection
- Herpes Zoster Without Complication
- Hidradenitis
- High Cholesterol
- Hives
- Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypokalemia
- Hypotension
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Hypothyroidism
- Indigestion
- Influenza (Flu)
- Insomnia
- Iron Metabolism Disorders
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Itchy Skin
- Jock Itch
- Joint Pain
- Kidney Stone Pain (Renal Colic)
- Knee Disorders
- Laryngitis
- Larynx Conditions
- Limb Cramp
- Limb Pain
- Limb Swelling
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Lipid Disorders
- Liver Damage from Alcohol
- Low Back Pain
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
- Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
- Migraine
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
- Motion Sickness
- Muscle Spasm
- Muscle Weakness
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Nail and Nail Bed Infection
- Nausea
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
- Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Nosebleed
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otitis Media
- Outer Ear Infection
- Overactive Bladder
- Overweight
- Painful Urination (Dysuria)
- Pap Smear Abnormalities
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Pericardial Disease
- Perimenopause
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Pharyngitis
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
- Plantar Wart
- Pneumonia
- Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
- Pollen Allergy
- Polyuria
- Prostatitis
- Pulmonary Disease
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rash
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Rib Fracture
- Ringworm
- Rosacea
- Scabies
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Secondary Hypertension
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
- Shingles
- Shortness of Breath
- Shoulder Disorders
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sinusitis
- Skin Infections
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Sore Throat
- Spondylosis
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Still's Disease
- Stomach Diseases
- Strep Throat
- Stye
- Symptomatic Menopause
- Syphilis Infections
- Testicular Dysfunction
- Thrombosis
- Thyroid Disease
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Tonsillitis
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Tremor
- Trichomoniasis
- Urinary Disorders
- Urinary Hesitancy
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Stones
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis
- Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
- Vertigo
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Warts
- Wheezing
- Yeast Infections
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27 Â Procedures
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Arthrocentesis
- Biopsy
- Breath Testing
- Cholesterol Screening
- Cryosurgery
- Diabetes Screening
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
- Immunization
- Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
- Joint Injection
- Mole Removal
- Nerve Conduction Studies
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Pain Management
- Pap Smear
- Pelvic Exams
- Physical Examination
- Pregnancy Test
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Pulmonary Function Test
- Rapid Flu Test
- Thyroid Screening
- Vaccination
- Wellness Examination
Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for Florida.
0 Sanctions
No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
Education
- IndiaUndergraduate School | Graduated 1997
- PDM Dr. D.Y. PatilMedical School | Graduated 2001
- PDM Dr. D.Y. PatilInternship Hospital | Completed 2003
- St. Vincent's HospitalResidency Hospital | Completed 2007
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
Dr. Ghate has no media or publications listed.
Languages Spoken
- English
- Hindi
- Marathi
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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In my husband and my personal and professional opinion, Dr. Ghate, is one of the finest doctors here in Duval County. The services she renders to my husband and I are exemplary. Dr. Ghate is loyal and dedicated in providing the best health care possible to her patients. She listens attentively of...Read More
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Angela Mapp-Mitchell in Jacksonville, FL – Sep 20, 2018
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Great eexperience every time I visit!
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Tommy Richardson in Jacksonville, FL – Jun 13, 2018
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Will not discuss options with patients.
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Dr. Ghate has such a caring attitude and her knowledge is vast about all of my needs. She is kind and ready to communicate easily with me. I appreciate all of the staff's help and kindness.
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Mar 26, 2018
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Dr. Ghate always give great service. Very friendly.
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Ms. Clark in Jacksonville, FL – Mar 23, 2018
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Dr. Ghate accepts 17 insurance carriers
- Aetna
- Assurant Health
- AvMedOpen Access
- Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlue Card PPOBlue Care HMO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of FloridaBlue Preferred Patient Care PPO
- CignaCigna HMOCigna PPOGreat West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
- Commercial Insurance Company
- Coventry Health CareGroup Plan PPO
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Golden Rule
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)GEHA
- HumanaChoice Care PPO
- Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
- MedHealthInsurance
- MultiPlanMultiPlan PPOPHCS Network PPO
- TricareTriCare for Life
- UnitedHealthCareChoice Plus POSNavigate HMONavigate POSOptions PPO
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