Himabindu M. Lanka, MD: Leading Advocate for Palliative Care and Geriatrics Education in New Jersey
Pioneering Hospitalist and Geriatrician Recognized for Exceptional Contributions to Patient Care
New Jersey – Himabindu M. Lanka, MD, an esteemed academic hospitalist and geriatrician, is making significant strides in the fields of palliative care and geriatrics education. Based in New Jersey, Dr. Lanka specializes in providing exemplary care to patients during their hospital stays at Cooper University Health Care, which includes Cooper University Hospital, Inspira Medical Center – Elmer, Inspira Medical Center – Mullica Hill, and Inspira Medical Center – Vineland.
In addition to her clinical responsibilities, Dr. Lanka serves as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University in Camden, New Jersey. Her commitment to education and training in the medical field is evident through her dedication to teaching future healthcare professionals about the importance of comprehensive geriatric care.
Dr. Lanka graduated from Ross University School of Medicine in 2011, and she completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Saint Joseph’s Regional Medical Center in Paterson, New Jersey. She further honed her expertise by completing a fellowship in geriatrics at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Her extensive training and experience have equipped her with the skills necessary to address the complex needs of elderly patients.
Board-certified in both geriatrics and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Lanka is an active member of several prestigious organizations, including the American College of Physicians, the American Association for Physician Leadership, the American Geriatrics Society, and the Society of Hospital Medicine. Her involvement in these organizations reflects her commitment to advancing the practice of medicine and improving patient outcomes.
In 2023, Dr. Lanka was honored with the Positive Impact Award from the American College of Physicians, New Jersey Chapter. This accolade recognizes her outstanding contributions to the field, emphasizing her dedication to enhancing the quality of care for patients, particularly in the realm of geriatrics.
On a personal note, Dr. Lanka is bilingual, speaking both English and Telugu, which allows her to connect with a diverse patient population and provide culturally competent care.
Dr. Himabindu M. Lanka continues to be a beacon of knowledge and compassion in the medical community, and her work is paving the way for future advancements in palliative care and geriatrics education in New Jersey.
Learn More about Dr. Himabindu M. Lanka:
Through her findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/81596994-Himabindu-Lanka-Geriatrician or through Cooper University Health Care, https://www.cooperhealth.org/doctors/himabindu-lanka-md
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