Nikita Ekhelikar, DO, at ID Care
Nikita Ekhelikar, Infectious Disease Doctor
Infectious disease physician expertise
- Board certified in infectious disease by the American Board of Infectious Medicine (ABIM) and in internal medicine
- Specializing in the treatment of all infectious diseases, with a special interest in travel medicine
Education
- Infectious Diseases Fellowship: Mount Sinai (2023)
- Internal Medicine Residency: Garnet Medical Center (2021)
- Medical School: Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine (2018)
- Undergraduate: Cornell University (2013)
Hospital Affiliations
- Hackensack Meridian Health Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune Township, NJ
- Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, NJ
- Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus, Lakewood, NJ
- HMH Johnson Rehabilitation Institute at Ocean University Medical Center, Brick Township, NJ
Why I’m an infectious disease specialist
“I love the detective work involved in diagnosing infectious diseases. I also enjoy that I get to know my patients much better due to the nature of the questions I need to ask to figure out a diagnosis. Figuring out what is wrong and being able to successfully treat it is very gratifying.”
Approach to infectious disease care
Dr. Ekhelikar believes that a thorough, holistic approach makes the biggest difference in patient care and experience. She emphasizes the importance of collaborating with her patients to develop a treatment plan that satisfies both parties.
More about Nikita Ekhelikar, infectious disease doctor
Nikita Ekhelikar, DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine), is a distinguished infectious disease physician, board certified in both infectious disease and internal medicine. She brings a wealth of expertise and dedication to her practice. She is passionate about the detective work involved in diagnosing infectious diseases and values the deeper connections formed with patients through her detailed discussions with them during the diagnostic process. Outside of medicine, she is a talented artist proficient in pencil and color pencil media, creating portrait, still-life and landscape works. Dr. Ekhelikar uses her artistic skills as a therapeutic outlet for stress relief and relaxation.
Leadership, Memberships & Research
Research
- Incidence and Characteristics of Midline-Associated Bloodstream Infections in an Urban Healthcare System (11/2023)
Awards & Honors
Honors
- 3rd Year Chief Resident at Garnet Health Medical Center Internal Medicine Residency
Life-changing results speak for themselves
“I have been a long-time patient. The quality and level of care are outstanding!”