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Hitesh Shah, MD

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Languages spoken:

English, Gujarati & Hindi (Urdu)

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Q&A with Dr. Shah

What is your favorite animated movie or cartoon?

Lion King

What was your favorite childhood toy?

LEGOs

Who is your greatest inspiration and why?

My Dad, who pushed me to go to medical school, and I am glad I did. He inspired me to be honest and accept consequences but never lie to escape consequences.

What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?

Watching the Lakers, learning Indian classical music,
traveling and spending time with family and old friends.

What inspired you to work in pediatrics?

I wanted to be easy and simple to work with.

What unique qualities, skills, or services set you apart, and how do you build a positive rapport with patients and their families?

Early in my career was involved in academic pediatric practice, including Pediatric ICU setting work helped me being comfortable with pediatrics in evaluation and management .

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