Due to a system-wide technology update, we are experiencing extremely high call volume. We appreciate your patience with our operators during this time. Thank you for choosing Fox Chase Cancer Center.
Pankaj Sharda, MD, FACP, FACE, ECNU
Clinical Locations
- Fox Chase Cancer Center
Primary Location
Director, Thyroid Program
Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine
Endocrinologist
Specialties
Treatment Focus
Patients seeking care at Fox Chase Cancer Center undergo comprehensive treatment for the malignancies and other medical disorders which can often put them at risk for cancer related endocrinopathies. Patients then may have to seek clinical care outside Fox Chase for managing these endocrinopathies. As an endocrinologist with avid interest in calcium, bone and mineral metabolism, osteoporosis, thyroid and parathyroid disorders, adrenal disorders, pituitary disorders, my goal is to provide state of the art comprehensive patient centered clinical care at Fox Chase Cancer Center.
Having my fellowship completed at Temple University Health System, I am comfortable managing both common and complex endocrine disorders that require an individualized but evidence based approach to every patient. Incidental tumors are often found in thyroid, adrenal and pituitary gland found with radiological imaging performed for cancer evaluation. I provide patients with comprehensive approach to the evaluation of these incidental (often benign) tumors and meticulous follow-up.
I have a special interest in calcium and parathyroid disorders and being a part of FCCC which has state of the art Head and Neck institute, I feel privileged to provide multidisciplinary service both in pre-operative and post-operative setting including long-term follow-up. I had extensive exposure to thyroid Ultrasound and Fine needle aspiration of thyroid and parathyroid nodules during my fellowship training, including familiarity with current molecular and genetic we use to avoid unnecessary thyroid surgeries and better inform patients with thyroid nodules.
We, as a team in the section on endocrinology, firmly believe in an individualized patient centered approach. We have a unique multidisplinary team and excellent communication among all physicians involved in the patient’s care. With the advent of newer chemotherapeutics which can affect the bone strength, thyroid or pituitary function, we manage not only age related bone loss (osteoporosis) but also chemotherapy related bone and endocrine disorders. My certification in DEXA scans (International Society of Clinical Densitometry) allows to me analyze the DEXA (bone density scans) independently Fox Chase Cancer Center provides a nurturing and responsive environment where patients are treated compassionately with therapy tailored to their specific endocrinological needs.
Educational Background
- Fellow, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
- Resident, Internal Medicine, Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health System, Summit, NJ
- MBBS, Rajiv Gandhi Medical College, India, 2008
Certifications
- ECFMG Certified
- ABIM-Internal Medicine Board Certified
- Certified Clinical Densitometrist
- Pennsylvania State Medical License
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider
Memberships
- American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists
- The Endocrine Society
- American Thyroid Association
- American Diabetes Association
- American College of Physicians
- International Society for Clinical Densitometry
Research Interests
- Clinical Trial: “Reduction in the Risk of Developing Post-Operative Hypocalcemia after Thyroid Surgeries: Early Detection and Intervention of High Risk Patients”
Selected Publications
Tharmalingam S, Reddy S, Sharda P, Koch CA. Severe Hypocalcemia and transient hypoparathyroidism after hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy. Thieme Connect 2020;Aug 7
I believe Dr Sharda is a great Dr. [...]
Dr. Sharda is a credit to FCCC. He's empathetic and knowledgeable.
Dr. Sharda is great!
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Thank you Dr Sharda amd Staff for your continued excellent service and care
Dr. Sharda and his staff are excellent. Dr. Sharda shows such concern and empathy towards my health issue. He is truly amazing and I would not want to go to anyone other than him for my care. He is highly intelligent and thorough with my medical condition. He was not afraid to seek the opinion of another specialist at a different cancer center. He is one of the best physicians I have ever had and I will continue to go to him for as long as he's practicing. He's unique and truly cares about your care and investigates my issue to assure he's providing me with the best treatment, scans, etc. He is one of the best doctors.
Takes his time to make sure I'm good
Good experience
Excellent. Dr. Sharda even contacted my Rheumatologist to get me the best care!
Dr. Sharda is very respectful and explains everything well. He gives time to answer any questions and is a very caring person.
I'm very happy with the care provided by Dr. Sharda
Dr. Sharda, his staff and all other involved people are excellent professionals in their dealings with me & my wife.
Dr. Sharda and his assistants were very professional and compassionate. They answered all of my questions and seemed genuinely concerned with my health.
Dr. Sharda is a very professional and excellent person. I highly recommend.
Dr. Sharda and his staff are all excellent. He is a compassionate and caring doctor who truly has a vested interest in my care.
Had wonderful & warm experience from start to finish. Appreciate Dr. SHARDA taking time to go over my health related prob.
Dr. Sharda was patient and explained all points very well.
Dr. Sharda is a great doctor.
Pleasant and kindly to all concerns. Staff Is very responsive, also
Great doctor, he took his time explaining everything and reviewing options/ treatments
We have 100% confidence in Dr. Sharda as our provider. He wants us to understand my medical condition and is an excellent Doctor. [...]
Experience at Dr. Sharda's office was perfect [...].
The staff & dr. at Fox Chase are extremely helpful.