Akanksha Sharma, MD
Santa Monica, CA 90404
The Doctors of Saint John's - Palliative & Supportive Care
2021 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 245E, Santa Monica, CA 90404
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About Akanksha Sharma
Akanksha Sharma, MD, is board certified in neurology, neuro-oncology and palliative medicine. She is experienced in the treatment of primary/metastatic brain tumors, neurological complications of cancer, and disease-related burden and symptoms.
Her clinical and research interests lie in helping patients maximize their time and quality of life. She aims to align treatment with patient goals and to provide holistic care that includes careful symptom assessment and management, as well as support for the patient’s loved ones.
Dr. Sharma brings a unique perspective to neuro-oncology care in this area with her clinical experience combining neuro-oncology and palliative care. Her research focuses on understanding and improving quality of life, how we best manage symptoms, the importance of prognostication, and caregiver support. She partners with her patients and their families to develop holistic care plans that take into consideration both mind and body health, and the patient’s loved ones.
Dr. Sharma completed Neurology training at the University of Washington.
She then completed a two-year research/clinical Neuro-oncology fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Arizona, followed by a Hospice and Palliative Medicine fellowship at the University of Washington.
She is an active member of the Society for Neuro-oncology (SNO) (for whom she serves on the Women & Diversity Committee), the American Academy of Neurology (AAN), and the American Association of Hospice & Palliative Medicine (AAHPM).
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
2013
University of Washington Medical School
Internal Medicine
University of Washington Medical School
Adult Neurology
Mayo Clinic Arizona
Neuro-Oncology
University of Washington Medical School
Hospice & Palliative Medicine
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Neurology
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Medicine
2021 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 245E
Santa Monica, CA 90404
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Dr. Sharma is the best provider I've ever come across. She is very knowledgeable and has a great way of communicating all things. Cancer isn't easy but her support and care has made this process the best that it could be, if not better. 1000000000/10 !!!
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Absolutely outstanding.
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Listens to what is going on and provides ways to handle difficult symptoms.
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Dr. Sharma is one of the most caring and intelligent physicians I've encountered.
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Dr. Sharma is the most compassionate and caring doctor I've ever met. She has always reviewed my file before our appointment and understands the issues I'm going through. She has been an integral part of my health team and will be missed very much!
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