Dr. Shankar V is a leading General Physician with clinical experience in diagnosis and treatment of Infectious diseases. His specialization lies in management of infections in specific sub groups like Diabetes,Asthma and other immunocompromised states.Hypertension is a silent killer and a very important risk factor for heart,brain and kidney disease. Dr.Shankars area of expertise lies in diagnosis and management of essential hypertension and Patients with prolonged fevers of undetermined origin. He is currently associated with Manipal Northside Hospital (Bangalore) and takes a great pride in the work he does.His special interest in Diabetes and its management has resulted in him successfully conducting diabetes detection camps and marathon walk in malleshwaram to create and spread awareness about diabetes on the occasion of Workd diabetic day.