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Dr. Chitra Sambasivan, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 47
Dr. Chitra Sambasivan, MD
1.8 (18 Ratings)

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Dr. Chitra Sambasivan, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 47
Albuquerque, NM
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience

Offers telehealth

 

Overview

Dr. Chitra Sambasivan, MD works in Albuquerque, NM as a Colorectal Surgery Specialist and has 20 years experience.

They are board certified in General Surgery and graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in 2004. Dr. Sambasivan completed a residency at Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. Sambasivan has has worked on more claims relating to Anal and Rectal Cancer and Colorectal Cancer than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Sambasivan has received an average rating of 1.8 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. They are affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital. Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments. Dr. Sambasivan also speaks Tamil. Dr. Sambasivan practices at Practice in Albuquerque, NM.

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  • Choice Plus POS II
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    Open Access Plus
  • Commercial
    Presbyterian Engage
    Presbyterian Health Plan (ASO)

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    201 Cedar St SE Ste 306, Albuquerque, NM 87106
  2. 2 Presbyterian Kaseman Psych Unit
    8300 Constitution Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110

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Based on 18 Reviews
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1 Star (14)

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Apr 08, 2024
Dr. Chitra Sambasivan. I was diagnosed with colon cancer with a large tumor on February 14 of 2023. Within weeks i was undergoing radiation then chemotherapy.After my completion and a few more tests Dr. Sambasivan operated on my colon and removed the tumor. From the moment I walked in her office, not only the Dr, but her staff was outstanding. You could feel complete  love and it was this way every visit. So i felt very comfortable in her care.I appreciate and highly recommend Dr. Sambasivan. 
STEPHEN — Apr 08, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Tamil
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Specialties*
Colorectal Surgery
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine
    2004
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Oregon Health & Science University
    2009
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
    2010
Fellowship Hospital

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Dr. Chitra Sambasivan, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Sambasivan accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Sambasivan's office to make an appointment.

Dr. Sambasivan accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Sambasivan accepts here.

Dr. Sambasivan frequently sees patients for Anal and Rectal Cancer and Colorectal Cancer.

Yes, Dr. Sambasivan speaks Tamil. See Dr. Sambasivan's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Sambasivan has a star rating of 1.8/5 and has been reviewed 18 times.

Dr. Sambasivan is board certified in General Surgery.

Dr. Sambasivan has been practicing as a Colorectal Surgery Specialist for 20 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Presbyterian Hospital

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