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Dr. Shashidharan Ayer, MD

Dr. Shashidharan Ayer, MD

Nephrology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Shashidharan Ayer, MD is a nephrologist in Farmville, VA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from B. J. Medical College (BJMC) in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Chippenham Hospital and UVA Health Sciences Center. He is accepting new patients.

Practice

800 Oak St Farmville, VA 23901

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(434) 392-8811

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ayer is affiliated with UVA Health Sciences Center Charlottesville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • 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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About Me

biography

Dr. Shashidharan Ayer, MD is a nephrologist in Farmville, VA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from B. J. Medical College (BJMC) in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Chippenham Hospital and UVA Health Sciences Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Nephrology

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  • Lincoln Medical And Mental Health Center

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1989

  • B. J. Medical College (bjmc)

    Medical School, 1978

  • Gov Medical College

    Internship Hospital, 1978
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Locations

Practice

Centra Southside Community Hospital800 Oak St Farmville, VA 23901
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UVA Health Sciences Center

    1215 Lee St
    Charlottesville, VA 22908
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    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

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher 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

  • Chippenham Hospital

    7101 Jahnke Rd
    Richmond, VA 23225
    Recipient of 42
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Centra Lynchburg General Hospital

    1901 Tate Springs Rd
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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