Carmella R. Shemansik, MD

General Anesthesiology

LVPG Cliniciani

Overview

Languages spoken

  • English

About

Philosophy of care

Every day I go to work with the goal of treating every single one of my patients in the same manner I expect my own family to be treated. I look forward to treating you.

Why I entered medicine

I, like many other medical students, entered the field of medicine with the hopes of making a difference in someone's life, but I have come to realize my job is so much more rewarding than that. I have been given the gift of being part of someone's "best day ever" ... the birth of a new baby, a patient receiving a kidney transplant after years of dialysis, a family receiving news that their loved one's cancer surgery was successful ... the list goes on and on. Reflecting on my career, I realize that while I expected to change the world by going into medicine, I am the one who has changed. Medicine has made me a more compassionate person, a better listener and a more effective communicator.

Personal interests

I enjoy spending free time traveling and experiencing new cities and countries. I also like shopping and spending time with my family, especially my niece and nephew.

Education

Undergraduate
Albright College, BS - Biochemistry, 2005

Medical Training
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, MD - Doctor of Medicine, 2005

Training

Internship 2006
Transitional, Reading Hospital and Medical Center

Residency 2007
Anesthesiology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA

Residency 2008
Anesthesiology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA

Residency 2009
Anesthesiology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA

Certifications

American Board of Anesthesiology - Anesthesiology

Publications & Clinical Trials