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Arthritis | Cervical Kyphosis | Disc Herniation | Lumbar SpondylosisI truly believe that patients should come first and foremost when providing health care. One of the main reasons I chose to work at St. Luke’s University Health Network is that this approach is embraced every day with the incredible culture here. My goal as your physician is to diagnose and evaluate your pain, looking at your complete medical history to create a care plan that will address your lifestyle needs and limitations in the best possible way. I firmly believe that having an honest dialogue about expectations and fears is cardinal to delivering the best care in pain management. I will work hard and do my best in providing an individualized plan for you.
I specialize in minimally invasive techniques using fluoroscopic (xray) and ultrasound guidance to treat painful conditions and improve functionality without heavy reliance on medications. I am a board certified anesthesiologist with additional fellowship training and board certification in interventional pain medicine. I earned my medical degree at the Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Medicine, completed an internal medicine internship at Westchester Medical Center at New York Medical College, an anesthesiology residency at Temple University Hospital and a chronic pain management fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
I treat a variety of chronic pain conditions not limited to chronic neck and back pain, joint pain, muscle pain, post laminectomy syndrome, facial pain, headaches, complex regional pain syndrome, extremity pain and neuropathy. I have had extensive training in fluoroscopic and ultrasound guided procedures and believe in multimodal therapies help better the lives of my patients.
I am an active member with the American Society of Anesthesiology, American Academy of Pain Medicine and American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians.
Outside of work, I spend time with family and enjoy the outdoors. My wife and I love to travel and explore together. I grew up in Pennsylvania and my extended family still lives here.
school Education
Medical School
- Virginia Commonwealth University Medical School, 2014
Internship
- Westchester Medical Center, 2014 - 2015
Residency
- Temple University Hospital, 2015 - 2018
Fellowship
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 2018 - 2019
Board Certifications
- Anesthesiology
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“Very pleased with his knowledge and plan to continue care with him and also for my wife.”
July 7, 2025
“First clsss medical grpup”
July 2, 2025
“Everything was great. No complaints. I've always been treated w/respect & well-taken care of. They're very well informed of everything about me.”
July 1, 2025
“I liked my provider very much.”
June 30, 2025
“The entire staff at Dr. Somashekar's office does a fantastic job! They all exemplify the St Luke's values.”
June 14, 2025
“I have always had confidence in this doctor. Vinay Somashekar, MD”
June 10, 2025
“Always treated with respect”
June 7, 2025
“Always the best I have a great team of doctors that continually helped me deal with my chronic illnesses. I'm very fortunate to have such physicians.”
May 18, 2025
“Great job”
May 13, 2025
“A procedure for diagnosis of possible pain remediation”
May 1, 2025
“I'm betting seen for pain management for sciatica and lower back pain. He trying his best to get me back to pain free.”
April 26, 2025
“It was very good.”
April 24, 2025
“I was very happy with all my experiences”
April 17, 2025
“There is nothing bad to say about the provider”
April 16, 2025
“It was quick and easy and very informative”
April 14, 2025
“Everyone was very caring and helpful”
April 10, 2025
“Always listens to my concerns.”
April 4, 2025
“Excellent staff.”
April 3, 2025
“All good experiences to the best of my knowledge and what was expected was met. Thank you.”
March 21, 2025
“They have always treated me very well and answered questions. Some of my other medical issues have made me put things on back burner at times”
March 20, 2025
“I moved an hour away but traveled, and will continue to travel, to visit Dr. Somashekar.”
March 15, 2025
“Dr provided medication that eased my e months of severe pain. Knew exactly what was wrong. Just wish with pain management you could get a quicker appt but I suppose when you are that good at what you do, you're extremely busy. Highly recommend”
March 9, 2025
“All good”
March 5, 2025
“Great provider”
March 1, 2025
“It's All Good”
February 24, 2025
“Dr Somashekar & his staff do an amazing job! Fast, efficient and very thorough. I highly recommend Dr Somashekar!”
February 24, 2025
“My vivit with Dr Somashekar is always very good he listens to my issues, discusses different possible solutions goes over my health record made some changes in my medications that have helped me greatly,, He is a very positive doctor who really seems to have his patient's best interest in mind”
February 11, 2025
“Very informative on my injury history. Extremely helpful”
February 10, 2025
“Excellent visit with Vinay Somashekar, MD”
February 9, 2025
“Vinay Somashekar, MD was Very courteous and professional staff”
February 4, 2025
“I needed to get in for a spinal injection ASAP. And he got me in the following day. My pain level was a11 out of 10 and he respected this answer and got me in the following day. And this was my first visit to my new doctor Somershaker and he will be my doctor from now on. He is the most knowledgeable,kind,compassionate Doctor I've ever been to.”
January 25, 2025
“I was quite impressed with his knowledge and attitude.”
January 17, 2025
“I felt listened to during my visit. with Vinay Somashekar, MD A very positive experience.”
January 6, 2025
“Vinay Somashekar, MD is Very patient and informative. Explained what exercises would help maintain my good epidural result.”
December 17, 2024
“Dr Someshekar & staff does a fantastic job. Very friendly, accommodating and always searching for a solution to the issue. I would go elsewhere if Dr Someshekar were to leave GSL.”
November 25, 2024
“The doctor Vinay Somashekar, MD took his time explaining to me my problem. He didn't rush with visit and I would recommend him to anyone.”
November 19, 2024
“Thank you Vinay Somashekar, MD all for your services”
November 19, 2024
“Good visit! with Vinay Somashekar, MD Very professional and kind. Easy to talk to.”
October 17, 2024
“I highly recommend this physician Vinay Somashekar, MD and his office. He was the only provider that helped me get better and listened to my concerns. Within 2 weeks after my procedure, I was walking again. This enhanced my quality of life, and my emotional and physical health. I cannot begin to explain how happy I am now that I can walk and go steps again. The first time I was strong enough to go up the stairs without holding on, I thought I was going to cry tears of happiness. Thank you and your team for your excellent care!”
September 30, 2024
“Always had a great visit with Dr. Somashekar! Very helpful and did all he could to help with my pain. Staff is kind and always friendly!”
September 24, 2024
“All my expectations and experiences with this provider Vinay Somashekar, MD have always been very good.”
September 23, 2024
5.0 RATING
“Excellent doctor, always explains health Issues thoroughly and asks & listens to your questions.”
July 24, 2025