Shukla, Anant, MD

I love caring for both children and adults. The fields of allergy and immunology allow me to work with patients of all ages. As an allergist, I enjoy helping patients who have common allergic diseases. Working in immunology lets me help patients with sometimes rare and complex diseases. Both specialties are advancing rapidly and I continually aim to incorporate evidence-based care to support my patients' health. I take time to make sure my patients understand the causes of their symptoms and how to treat them safely and practically. When appropriate, I include their family members and caregivers in these discussions. As an outpatient physician, I know that care extends beyond the clinic. I help my patients' caregivers understand the care plan so they can support my patients when they are at home.

My patients know me for my empathy and thoroughness, but my goals as a psychiatrist go beyond that. I believe in reducing the stigma that surrounds mental health illness. I work to expand access to psychiatric services for all patients. I advocate for and educate my patients and involve them in their treatment plans. I rely on a combination of therapies to help my patients reach their goals, including medication, psychotherapy, and social interventions.

I became a physician assistant in cardiology to make a positive impact on the lives of others. I want to be comprehensive and thorough while also being compassionate and kind. I'm a good listener and give my patients detailed explanations. A rewarding aspect of my career is seeing the positive impact I can make on my patients’ lives. That motivates me to continue learning and providing quality care.