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Dr. Shivani Sharma, MD

Dr. Shivani Sharma, MD

Psychiatry*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Shivani Sharma, MD is a psychiatrist in Sacramento, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from PUNJABI UNIVERSITY / GOVERNMENT MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1997. She is affiliated with UC Davis Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

500 University Ave Ste 220 Sacramento, CA 95825
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(916) 286-8700

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Sharma specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Sharma's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sharma

3.4
12 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
8%
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1 star
33%
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Meeting with Dr. Sharma was humiliating. She had not reviewed my medical history and treated me like a drug seeking criminal when I met with her after my prior PCP's retirement to establish care and maintain my existing medication protocol that has allowed me to manage tasks of independent living as a cancer survivor with mobility impairments and complete multiple post-graduate degrees to the point of now working on a PhD. Dr. Sharma was "uncomfortable" with my multiple year, no issues, no early refills, no lost scripts medication protocol. I thanked her for her time and planned to re-establish care with another PCP. As I was leaving, she gave me an ultimatum of one refill contingent upon taking a urinalysis drug test that is not covered by my insurer. I stated that I understood her position, was not seeking refills, and again stated my intent to establish care with another PCP. In retaliation, her short note in my chart indicated only my refusal of the non-covered lab work.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Cancer Survivor, Not Drug Addict – Aug 27, 2019
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I had a very good experience with Dr. Sharma recently. She is very gentle, knowledgeable , kind and professional. I am glad I met her and selected her to be my primary care physician at UC davis.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Helena K in Sacramento, CA – Jun 18, 2019
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Was very thoughtful and patient with me. Strongly recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 03, 2018
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Was nice to interact with. Satisfied.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dawn – Sep 20, 2017
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Great doctor, put my family at ease with my 3 year old being seriously ill.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nevada City, CA – Aug 14, 2017
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Beside Manner is "Poor". Doesn't seem to listen to your complaints. Appears to go in one ear and out the other. Unfortunately, my PCP retired and was forced to find a new one. In my opinion "Does Not" fit the profile of a good physician. I will be switching providers during my next open enrollment period.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Dezz916 in Sacramento, CA – Jul 04, 2017
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Dr. Sharma is the worst pcp I have ever had. Unfortunately my old PCP left the practice and I was forced to switch pcp. Unlucky for me to have chosen Dr. Sharma as my pcp. To start she blamed be for my asthma, a chronic condition I have had since i was 5 yrs old as "my fault." Everything I told her about my medical conditions went in one ear and straight out the other. Was very defensive,dismissive and offended at any suggestions I made. Stay away from this PCP for your health's sake!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Folsom, CA – Jun 02, 2017
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Poor bed side manner. Poor english. She does not exhibit characteristics I would describe in a good dr.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Feb 20, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Shivani Sharma, MD is a psychiatrist in Sacramento, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from PUNJABI UNIVERSITY / GOVERNMENT MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1997. She is affiliated with UC Davis Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Psychiatry

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  • Punjabi University / Government Medical College

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

UC Davis Medical Group-Campus Commons500 University Ave Ste 220 Sacramento, CA 95825
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Practice

University of California Davis Medical Center2315 Stockton Blvd Sacramento, CA 95817
2

Practice

Ucdmg Midtown Family Medicine3160 Folsom Blvd Ste 1400 Sacramento, CA 95816
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UC Davis Medical Center

    2315 Stockton Blvd
    Sacramento, CA 95817
    Recipient of 49
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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