About
Gowrishankar Gnanasekaran, MD, MPH
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Dr. Gnanasekaran grew up in a suburban town in southern India in an extended family with his grandparents, uncles, and aunts under the same roof. In his free time, biking, yoga, and meditation are things he loves to do on a daily basis. Dr. Gnanasekaran also likes to cook wholesome foods on weekends for his family, as “it is a nice relaxation activity, and when you do it with family, it becomes a family event.”
Growing up in an extended family in India, I had the privilege to be around older adults in my own family. I was able to see the day-to-day health challenges that come with aging. At that time, the aging phenomenon was not properly understood by many healthcare providers, as proper training was not available. After I completed my internal medicine training, I chose to further specialize in Geriatrics to understand the unique needs of the aging population and better serve them. Proper understanding of the natural aging process, with good lifestyle factors, helps with a smooth transition. Educating, engaging, and empowering patients with proper tools helps them become equal partners in their health. I believe in formulating patient-centric care plans that take patients’ values and goals into consideration. This helps with better compliance and adherence from patients.
Services
- Adult Mental Health
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Adult Mental Health
You can schedule an office visit to discuss mental health concerns, medication refills, and follow-up care. Your primary care team may utilize screening tools during office visits to identify potential mental health concerns, enabling them to provide appropriate resources and/or treatment options.
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- Care Coordination
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Care Coordination
Our dedicated physicians and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) work closely with your primary care physician (PCP) or APC to coordinate your care.
- Chronic Care Management
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Chronic Care Management
Chronic healthcare management includes care for patients with high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, and other chronic health conditions.
- Cognitive Assessment
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Cognitive Assessment
Cognitive assessments offer a thorough evaluation of cognitive function. This assessment aids in early detection of cognitive changes, allowing for timely intervention to support brain health.
- Fall Assessment
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Fall Assessment
Fall assessments provide a comprehensive evaluation to identify and address factors contributing to fall risks in older adults. This assessment enables tailored interventions and preventive strategies to reduce the likelihood of falls and promote safety.
- Frailty Assessment
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Frailty Assessment
Frailty assessments are specialized and comprehensive evaluations designed to determine the level of frailty in older adults. This assessment helps individuals gain valuable insights into their overall health and vulnerability to stressors.
- Medicare Wellness
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Medicare Wellness
Medicare Wellness visits are an annual benefit provided to patients with a Medicare, Medicare Advantage, or Medicare Supplement insurance plan. These visits include a review of your health, medications, health history, and more.
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- Medication Management
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Medication Management
Keeping track of medications can be challenging for older adults. Our geriatric physicians and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) can help you manage your medication list effectively, ensuring that you receive the right medicines to maintain optimal health.
- Nutrition Recommendations
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Nutrition Recommendations
At ARC, we understand the importance of addressing lifestyle habits and nutrition to help you achieve your goals. By considering your unique preferences and objectives, we tailor our care to support you in living a fulfilling and purposeful life.
- Senior Care
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Senior Care
ARC Senior Care provides attentive, quality health care to our patients 55 years and over with multiple chronic conditions and with Original Medicare (new and established patients) or Medicare Advantage plans (established patients only). Our geriatric physicians and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) dedicate themselves to providing personalized care that addresses your chronic medical needs and optimizes your health care.
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- Transitional Care
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Transitional Care
Transitional care involves coordinating and maintaining the continuity of health care as you transition from one physician or advanced practice clinician (APC) or set of health care needs to another.
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Locations & Hours
Credentials
Board Certifications
Board Certified in Internal Medicine and GeriatricsFellowship
Fellowship in Geriatrics, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, VA, 2008Residency
Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, VA, 2007Medical School
The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Tamil Nadu, India, 1999Education
Master’s in Public Health, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY, 2003Professional Positions
- Chief, ARC Geriatrics Department
- Member, Board of Directors, PALTmed Texas (Post Acute Long Term Medicine)
- Institutional Representative, Association of Directors of American Geriatrics Program, 2016-2018
- Member, American Geriatrics Society
- Member and Certified Medical Director, American Medical Directors Association
- Member, Gerontological Society of America
- Member, Society of General Internal Medicine
- Member, Travis County Medical Society
Awards & Honors
- Scholarship in Teaching Award, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, 2017
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