Dr. Manali Ayachit Shendrikar, MD

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Family Medicine

Santa Monica, CA 90404

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Dr. Manali Ayachit Shendrikar, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. She graduated from medical school in 2001 and has 25 years of experience. Her specialties include Family Medicine. She speaks Spanish, English, and Marathi. She accepts Aetna HMO, Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO, and Aetna PPO, and other major insurance plans.

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646 Ratings
25 years of experience
23 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English, Marathi
University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
624 written reviews
1 specialty
1 board certification
1 office location
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Shendrikar's Ratings and Reviews

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646 Ratings with 624 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 10 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Flexible scheduling: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

Patients consistently praise Dr. Manali Ayachit Shendrikar for being an exceptional doctor, highlighting her caring nature, extensive knowledge, and attentiveness to their medical needs. Many reviews emphasize her excellent bedside manner and ability to make patients feel comfortable, while also noting her responsiveness and dedication to providing thorough care. On the negative side, a few patients mention feeling that Dr. Shendrikar sometimes talks more about herself than listening, and there are occasional mentions of difficulty in securing timely appointments due to her high patient load. Overall, she is highly regarded and appreciated by her patients for both her expertise and compassionate approach.

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Dr Shendrikar is an excellent doctor.

March 4th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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I am very grateful to have Dr. Shendriker as my doctor. She is responsive on email, caring, and she always takes time to hear me and give me referrals, if needed. Her "bedside" manner is calm, kind, and supportive.

February 22nd, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr Shendrikar is always prepared for my appts and has a good grasp if my med records and history. She is always prepared to make a timely referral. Always has time to address all of my concerns.

February 20th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Very good.

February 20th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr Shendrikar is the best.Good listener, caring, knowledgeable.

February 20th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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The office is always able to get me in quickly and appreciate how kind the service is. Dr. Shrendikar Is a fantastic doctor and appreciate her attentiveness and detail with my care and questions.

February 14th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr manali shendraker is the best physician on earth! She is brilliant, thorough, personable and so incredibly conscientious. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

February 12th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Takes a personal interest in the health and well being of my family.

February 8th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Shendrikar and her team are absolutely the BEST!

February 2nd, 2026 | Source: Partner

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I have been a patient of Dr Shendrikar's for over 10 years. Every single visit with her is with quality care and sincere concern for my health.

January 25th, 2026 | Source: Partner

Primary Care Mid City - Santa Monica Family Physicians

2021 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 625ESanta Monica, CA 90404

Tel: (310) 829-8948


Dr. Manali Ayachit Shendrikar, MD	Dr. Armaghan Azad, MD	Dr. Alexis Alexander-Epperly, MD	Paul Jones, FNP-C
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (646 Ratings)	4.1 (7 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)
25 Years of Experience	22 Years of Experience	28 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English, Marathi	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Santa Monica , CA	AVENTURA , FL	Manassas , VA	San Francisco , CA
Med School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas Southwestern Medical School	Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine	Med School: Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F Edward Hebert School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Family Medicine

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine2004

Internship

Santa Monica UCLA Medical Medical Center Family Practice2004

University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine2002

Medical School

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas Southwestern Medical SchoolGraduated in 2001

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Where is Dr. Manali Shendrikar's office located?: Dr. Manali Shendrikar's office is located at 2021 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 625E, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.

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