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Dr. Sam Shanmugham, MD

Dr. Sam Shanmugham, MD

Neurology*

Dr. Sam Shanmugham, MD is a neurologist in Lake Mary, FL. Dr. Shanmugham has extensive experience in Neuromuscular & Movement Disorders and Headache. He is affiliated with medical facilities Oviedo Medical Center and HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Shanmugham is affiliated with Oviedo Medical Center Oviedo, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Shanmugham is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Shanmugham specializes in the area of Neurology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Shanmugham's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shanmugham

3.9

42 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
2%
2%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
24%
24%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Taylor – Jun 28, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
John C Gold – Mar 17, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Amanda – Oct 29, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Disappointed – May 11, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Vestine Y Chilcutt in TAVARES, FL – Feb 20, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Stephanie Logan in Lake Mary, FL – Jan 06, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Maitland, FL – Aug 22, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jacqueline Bowes in Altamonte Springs, FL – Feb 10, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Julie Bulled in Sorrento, FL – Jul 26, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Melissa French in Debary FL – Jul 21, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Glenn in Deltona fl – Jul 19, 2016
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care philosophy

At Florida Neurology we want to provide the best neurology care available in the community. We treat the total patient not just the disease. We treat each patient with compassion, integrity, and honesty. Our physicians and our entire staff look forward to the opportunity to provide high quality medical care.
  • Neurology

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  • University Of Illionis

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Miami

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Mt. Sinai Hospital - Chicago

    Residency Hospital
  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Residency Hospital
  • Mt. Sinai Hospital - Chicago

    Internship Hospital
  • Coimbatore Medical College

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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Dr. Shanmugham is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Oviedo Medical Center

      8300 Red Bug Lake Rd
      Oviedo, FL 32765
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital

      1401 W Seminole Blvd
      Sanford, FL 32771
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

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

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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