Dr. Sucharitha Shanmugam, MD

Rheumatology*FemaleAge 48

Rheumatology*

Dr. Sucharitha Shanmugam, MD is a rheumatologist in Exton, PA. Dr. Shanmugam has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She is affiliated with medical facilities Phoenixville Hospital and Pottstown Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Sucharitha Shanmugam, MD

Rheumatology and Arthritis Care Center

766 W Lincoln Hwy Exton, PA 19341
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Dr. Shanmugam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Shanmugam specializes in the area of Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care
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Dr. Shanmugam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shanmugam

4.2
52 ratings, 36 with a written review
5 star
73%
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4 star
8%
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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the worst doctor I’ve encountered
She let her PA see me as a new patient multiple times and come up with a plan. I was actually okay with the PAs plan because it made sense. I made the mistake of just wanting to see the Dr for her opinion. Being a nurse, I thought this made sense. She was so cold, talked on top of me, and wanted to hear nothing about my symptoms. Then she got mad that I didn’t like her suggestion of going off any treatment to see if it helped my pain. When questioned about her PAs plan she said “well she isn’t a doctor.” Guess she really didn’t care to check up on any of her patients. She modified my chart to fit her narrative too and cover herself for the inhumane way she acted. If you need help navigating a new diagnosis, do not see this woman. Heard she is great maintaining the work after you get a diagnosis from a compassionate rheumatologist but that’s about it.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 09, 2025
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All Staff are lovely! Never a long wait.
Nice staff. Prompt appts. Good info always from the medical professionals.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Jun 14, 2024
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Staff is wonderful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Mar 08, 2024
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Excellent
Very happy with entire staff, very attentive & pleasant.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Pat C – Feb 16, 2024
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Best Doctor
Dr S is amazing. Super attentive and kind. Takes the time to sit eye to eye with you and listen to all of your concerns. Very thorough and knowledgeable
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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LisaM – Jan 20, 2024
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RA
Dr Shanmugam was amazing. She spends as much time as you need and explains every aspect of your treatment. She is personable and caring. I choose to travel just to keep her as my doctor
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Anne – Jan 10, 2024
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Amazing!
She is very proactive with your care, checks on her patients, responds quickly to calls, she returns calls to her patients when she feels we need to hear her voice; otherwise, the staff is very prompt with getting back to you with answers. I would highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for a great Rheumatologist. She makes you feel like any and all of your concerns are valid. I've never felt she has discarded my feelings and that is very important. She was the kind of doctor that others could learn lessons about how to treat patients. I have recommended her to others, and they feel the same. I've been going to her for over a year now and she is the same today as she was on my first visit.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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Teresa – Aug 22, 2023
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I am extremely satisfied and grateful for Dr Shanmugam and her office staff.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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May 03, 2023
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Great doctor and staff
I travel the extra distance to stay with Dr. Shanmugam. It is worth it for the service and care that I need. Deanna is great, too!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 14, 2023
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Great Doctor!
Dr. Shanmugam is a tremendous doctor. I started seeing her when she was at PMA and then I followed her when she opened her own practice. On every appointment, she spends time with me and I never feel rushed. She explains things very well and she 100% cares about my health. I am very fortunate she is my doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Frederick Smith – Feb 24, 2023
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I highly recommend Dr Shanmugam
Dr Shanmugam is kind, professional and knowledgeable. I was terrified about having RA and osteoporosis . Dr Shanmugam spoke clearly and definitely reduced my anxiety. She knows her field of medicine.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Dorothy Wittmeyer – Feb 24, 2023
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Great Physician
Dr. Shanmugam is caring and thorough. I feel comfortable talking with her And never feel rushed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jackie C – Feb 24, 2023
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I highly recommend Dr. Shanmugam
I felt the doctor was very knowledgeable and thorough. I did not feel hurried and all of my questions were answered. Dr. Shanmugam is helping me navigate my condition by ordering tests to further explain my condition so we may tackle my treatment in the best possible way.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Joanne – Feb 17, 2023
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The best doctor. The office is fantastic
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Feb 14, 2023
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Caring professional
What a great doctor. She really listens, asks questions so she can fully understands your health issues, spends time with you to review and clarify. Then she discusses treatments and options. You leave her office, feeling like you are finally moving forward . Her office staff are also very pleasant and helpful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Feb 01, 2023
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Yes, I would recommend Dr. Shanmugam.
I feel my appointments are very important to her. She is thorough, patient and spends time with you making sure you understand everything.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Dec 16, 2022
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Professional and courteous
I had a pleasurable appointment with all at your office yesterday. Everyone is professional and knowledgeable. Looking forward for you all to take care of my RA needs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Dec 16, 2022
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A great Doctor and great office
Everything about every one of my visits has been helpful in making my health better. Dr. Shanmugam is very up front and honest and full of great knowledge and an incredibly nice office and nursing staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Jill – Dec 16, 2022
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Dr. Shanmugam was wonderful.
Dr. Shanmugam listened to all my symptoms and did a thorough exam. I feel I get excellent care from her. I’d highly recommend her as a rheumatologist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Patti C – Nov 18, 2022
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Great visits
Dr. Shamugam is knowledgeable and patient. I appreciate that she actually listens and takes her time with me. Her office staff are the best. Friendly and helpful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Nov 09, 2022
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care philosophy

To provide the best care is to provide timely care. I have created an Early Arthritis Referral Program with the mission to provide early access to patient with inflammation related arthritis before the disease can cause irreversible joint damage. Please see our website for details.

biography

I am Dr.Sucharitha Shanmugam, I have been caring for rheumatology patients for more than 10 years. I continually strive to educate my patients on their condition, treatment choices and generalized well- being in an attempt to overcome disease...read more
  • Rheumatology

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  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    2008
  • Abington Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Rheumatology
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Dr. Shanmugam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Rheumatology and Arthritis Care Center

    Rheumatology and Arthritis Care Center766 W Lincoln Hwy Exton, PA 19341
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Phoenixville Hospital

      140 Nutt Rd
      Phoenixville, PA 19460
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      81%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Pottstown Hospital

      1600 E High St
      Pottstown, PA 19464
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

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

      2% lower than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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