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Meera Sheffrin
Geriatrician
Clinical Assistant Professor, Medicine - Primary Care and Population Health
Bio:
Dr. Meera Sheffrin is a clinician educator in geriatrics, and is the Medical Director of the Stanford Senior Care clinic and Home-Based Senior Care clinic. She cares for patients as a primary care physician for older adults. Her academic interests include treatment of dementia, geriatric education, and home care medicine. She has a special interest in improving the care of older adults with cognitive impairment.
- 211 Quarry Road
- Suite 402
- Palo Alto , CA 94304
- Phone: 650-725-5222
- 960 N. San Antonio Road
- Suite 101
- Los Altos , CA 94022
- Phone: 650-724-8844
Languages Spoken
Spanish
Professional Education
- Residency: Stanford University Internal Medicine Residency (2013) CA
- Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine (2016)
- Board Certification, American Board of Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine (2016)
- Fellowship, University of California, San Francisco, Geriatric Medicine (2016)
- Masters, University of California, San Francisco, Masters of Advanced Studies in Clinical Research (2015)
- Board Certification, American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (2013)
- Residency, Stanford Medicine Internal Medicine Residency, Internal Medicine (2013)
- Medical Education, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (2010)
Honors & Awards
- Alpha Omega Alpha, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (2009)
- Charles Dorsey Armstrong Award for Clinical Excellence in Caring for Patients by a Senior Resident, Stanford University School of Medicine (2013)
- Gold Humanism Honor Society, Charles G. Watson Chapter (2009)
- Julian Wolfshon Award for Outstanding Performance in Internal Medicine and Neurology, Stanford University School of Medicine (2012)
- Morris H. and Gertrude M. Harris Foundation Merit Scholarship, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (2007- 2009)
- SGIM Annual Meeting Best Geriatrics Poster Award, Society of General Internal Medicine (2014)
- UCSF Geriatrics Scholarship Award, University of California, San Francisco (2011)
Administrative Appointments
- Medical Director, Stanford Senior Care clinic, Stanford Healthcare (2020 - Present)
Publications
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Weight Loss Associated with Cholinesterase Inhibitors in Individuals with Dementia in a National Healthcare System
Sheffrin, M., Miao, Y., Boscardin, W. J., & Steinman, M. A. (2015). Weight Loss Associated with Cholinesterase Inhibitors in Individuals with Dementia in a National Healthcare System. JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN GERIATRICS SOCIETY, 63(8), 1512–1518. -
Pilot Study of Augmentation With Aripiprazole for Incomplete Response in Late-Life Depression: Getting to Remission
Sheffrin, M., Driscoll, H. C., Lenze, E. J., Mulsant, B. H., Pollock, B. G., Miller, M. D., … Reynolds, C. F. (2009). Pilot Study of Augmentation With Aripiprazole for Incomplete Response in Late-Life Depression: Getting to Remission. JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PSYCHIATRY, 70(2), 208–213. -
Incomplete response in late-life depression: getting to remission.
Lenze, E. J., Sheffrin, M., Driscoll, H. C., Mulsant, B. H., Pollock, B. G., Dew, M. A., … Reynolds, C. F. (2008). Incomplete response in late-life depression: getting to remission. Dialogues in Clinical Neuroscience, 10(4), 419–430. -
Di-mu-bromo-bis[(methyl isocyanide-kappa C)-(triphenylphosphine-kappa P)silver(I)]
Olmstead, M. M., Sheffrin, M., & Jiang, F. L. (2004). Di-mu-bromo-bis[(methyl isocyanide-kappa C)-(triphenylphosphine-kappa P)silver(I)]. ACTA CRYSTALLOGRAPHICA SECTION E-STRUCTURE REPORTS ONLINE, 60, M1142–M1143.
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Methods Employed to Assess Weight Loss in Older Adults by Means of Electronic Medical Records: A Systematic Review.
Chen, S., Banks, W. A., Silverman, J., Sheffrin, M., & Thielke, S. M. (2017). Methods Employed to Assess Weight Loss in Older Adults by Means of Electronic Medical Records: A Systematic Review. Journal of Nutrition in Gerontology and Geriatrics, 36(1), 18–30.
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Desire for predictive testing for Alzheimer's disease and impact on advance care planning: a cross-sectional study
Sheffrin, M., Cenzer, I. S., & Steinman, M. A. (2016). Desire for predictive testing for Alzheimer's disease and impact on advance care planning: a cross-sectional study. ALZHEIMERS RESEARCH & THERAPY, 8.
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Identifying and categorizing spurious weight data in electronic medical records.
Chen, S., Banks, W. A., Sheffrin, M., Bryson, W., Black, M., & Thielke, S. M. (2018). Identifying and categorizing spurious weight data in electronic medical records. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 107(3), 420–26.
Patient Comments
Patients comments are gathered from our Patient Satisfaction Survey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
SHC Patient, Apr 2020
I am thrilled with the care and kindness of the doctor and all staff.
SHC Patient, Mar 2020
A jewel of a person & professional!
SHC Patient, Jan 2020
Doctor Sheffrin is a wonderful professional. (5 stars.)
SHC Patient, Jan 2020
Dr. Sheffrin is the perfect doctor for me. She always listens intently, is very knowledgeable & conservative in her advice & recommendations. She knows my personal history & her advice always takes notice of "where I am."
SHC Patient, Dec 2019
This was an initial visit, so there really weren't any major issues to discuss and I'm not on any medications.
SHC Patient, Nov 2019
Good experience.
SHC Patient, Nov 2019
Dr.S is an excellent person and Doctor-showing care and compassion.She is such an asset to Stanford and a GEM. Being in her presence provides such a sense of well being. She is special.
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
Patient says "perfect everything."
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
Dr. Sheffrin is the best PC provider my Mom has ever had. She is patient with all of my Mom's questions, and all other medical needs/issues. We are so lucky to be one of Dr. Sheffrin's patients.
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
Dr. Sheffrin is very compassionate and very thorough. I feel that she gives excellent care!
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
Very good experience.
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
Very Good experience
SHC Patient, Sep 2019
Good experience - THEY LISTEN.
SHC Patient, Aug 2019
Excellent!
SHC Patient, Aug 2019
I have only had excellent experience with Dr. Sheffrin. Stanford is very lucky to have her.
SHC Patient, Apr 2019
Very smart, very compassion.
SHC Patient, Apr 2019
Exceptional.
SHC Patient, Mar 2019
Dr. Sheffrin is always good with me Ms. Fraga.
SHC Patient, Mar 2019
Dr. Sheffrin is that rare medic, one that actually hears what the patient says.
SHC Patient, Mar 2019
Dr. Meera provided me with excellent help for my physical condition.
SHC Patient, Dec 2018
EXCELLENT EXPERIENCE WITH THE DOCTOR AND NP
SHC Patient, Dec 2018
Good
SHC Patient, Dec 2018
Communicates well.
SHC Patient, Nov 2018
We always feel good after seeing & talking with doctor at appointment.
SHC Patient, Nov 2018
Excellent person & doctor.
SHC Patient, Nov 2018
This doctor is exceptional. Knowledgeable of health issues of elderly is amazing. Uplifting attitude.
SHC Patient, Nov 2018
I am speaking OFTEN and STRONGLY about this program. It is amazing!
SHC Patient, Sep 2018
Excellent first visit with Dr. Sheffrin and staff.
SHC Patient, Sep 2018
Dr. Sheffrin was excellent.
SHC Patient, Aug 2018
Dr. Sheffrin is both very attentive and knowledgeable. She was very focused on preventative care. (Sorry for my handwriting - I have Parkinson's.)
SHC Patient, Jul 2018
Best doctor I've ever worked with, for my mother or myself. 10/10 would recommend to everyone.
SHC Patient, Jul 2018
First class experience.
SHC Patient, Jun 2018
Dr. Sheffrin has excellent listening skills and appropriate responses. 5 stars!
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Dr. Sheffrin is the best physician I have ever encountered. She meets every need physical & emotional of my elderly mother.
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Dr. Sheffrin is an excellent professional and speaks Spanish very well.
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Dr. Sheffrin is fantastic!!!
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
She is one of the most personable docs I have run into in years, and makes a real effort to listen and explain.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
great
SHC Patient, Jan 2018
Thank you, Ms. Sheffrin, you have helped my mom so well!
SHC Patient, Dec 2017
This physician is outstanding!
SHC Patient, Dec 2017
All very good.
SHC Patient, Nov 2017
The whole meeting was very comfortable. I didn't feel rushed but all my questions were answered.
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
Superlative.
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
Dr. Sheffrin is an outstanding dr. for my mom, she always responds ASAP if necessary, we feel very confident with Dr. Sheffrin.
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
All good.
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
Dr. Meera is perfect for me.
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
My time with Stanford Hospital was the best I have ever had.
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
An excellent visit - So knowledgeable - Kind and under standing of my ailment.
SHC Patient, Apr 2017
Very pleased with level of expertise of Dr. Sheffrin and also of her personality and manner.
SHC Patient, Apr 2017
My mom and family love Dr.Sheffrin very much. Very knowledgeable and also speaks Spanish which is a big help. Thank you Dr. Sheffrin for your patience.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
No bad experience.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Dr. Sheffrin impressed me with her medical knowledge, and "bedside manner" in her ability to ease my apprehension, diagnose my condition, and prescribe appropriate medication. She was amazingly kind.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
During this stressful time of trying to diagnose my mother's cognitive issues, the Senior Care Clinic team has been quite outstanding. From response time, quality care, bedside manner and access to information via myhealth.org this process of managing my mother's with Stanford has been with ease.
SHC Patient, Apr 2020
I am thrilled with the care and kindness of the doctor and all staff.
SHC Patient, Mar 2020
A jewel of a person & professional!
SHC Patient, Jan 2020
Doctor Sheffrin is a wonderful professional. (5 stars.)
SHC Patient, Jan 2020
Dr. Sheffrin is the perfect doctor for me. She always listens intently, is very knowledgeable & conservative in her advice & recommendations. She knows my personal history & her advice always takes notice of "where I am."
SHC Patient, Dec 2019
This was an initial visit, so there really weren't any major issues to discuss and I'm not on any medications.
SHC Patient, Nov 2019
Good experience.
SHC Patient, Nov 2019
Dr.S is an excellent person and Doctor-showing care and compassion.She is such an asset to Stanford and a GEM. Being in her presence provides such a sense of well being. She is special.
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
Patient says "perfect everything."
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
Dr. Sheffrin is the best PC provider my Mom has ever had. She is patient with all of my Mom's questions, and all other medical needs/issues. We are so lucky to be one of Dr. Sheffrin's patients.
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
Dr. Sheffrin is very compassionate and very thorough. I feel that she gives excellent care!
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
Very good experience.
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
Very Good experience
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