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Shivani Sockanathan, M.D.

Shivani Sockanathan, M.D.

Family Medicine

UR Medicine Faculty The University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group (URMFG) consists of over 900 specialist and primary care providers spanning 19 departments. URMFG is certified by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
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Contact

Appointment (585) 426-4084
Fax (585) 426-4631

Locations

Canalside Family Medicine

10 South Pointe Landing, Suite 250
Rochester, NY 14606

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About Me

Education and Training
I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Tufts University, majoring in Biopsychology and Child Development. I completed my Doctor of Medicine degree at Chicago Medical School. My training continued further at the University of Rochester Family Medicine Residency progra...
Education and Training
I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Tufts University, majoring in Biopsychology and Child Development. I completed my Doctor of Medicine degree at Chicago Medical School. My training continued further at the University of Rochester Family Medicine Residency program with an area of concentration in maternal-child health. I am currently board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine.

Philosophy
My patient care philosophy is centered on education and communication. I will always prioritize sharing medical information so that my patients truly understand how their body works. The human body is so interesting and I think it’s important for everyone to understand the science behind their diagnosis and health.

Special Interests
In addition to Family Medicine, I am interested in women’s health, diabetes, and obesity.

On a Personal Note
In my free time, I enjoy baking, hiking, traveling, scrapbooking and crafts, and running.

Professional Background

Dr. Sockanathan received her Bachelor of Science degree from Tufts University with a double major in Biopsychology and Child Development. She went on to receive her medical degree from Chicago Medical School with a distinction in Basic Sciences. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Univers...
Dr. Sockanathan received her Bachelor of Science degree from Tufts University with a double major in Biopsychology and Child Development. She went on to receive her medical degree from Chicago Medical School with a distinction in Basic Sciences. She completed her Family Medicine residency at University of Rochester with an area of concentration in Maternal Child Health and became board certified in Family Medicine. She went on to receive board certification in Obesity Medicine as well. She has experience working in primary care, seeing patients of all ages and performing office procedures.

Certified Specialties

Obesity Medicine - American Board of Obesity Medicine

Faculty Appointments

Instructor of Clinical Family Medicine - Department of Family Medicine (SMD)

Instructor of Clinical - Center for Community Health and Prevention - Joint

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Residency, Family Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2018 - 2020

Internship, Family Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2017 - 2018

Education

MD | Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine/Science. 2017

Awards

Distinction in Basic Sciences.

Publications

Journal Articles

Impact of Dobutamine in Patients with Septic Shock: A Meta-Regression Analysis

Nadeem R., Sockanathan S., Singh M., Hussain T., Kent P., AbuAlreesh S.

Am J Ther. 2015; .

Resveratrol based oral nutritional supplement produces long-term beneficial effects on structure and visual function in human patients

Richer S., Patel S., Sockanathan S., Ulanski L.J., 2nd, Miller L., Podella C.

Nutrients. 2014; 6: 4404-4420.