Dr. Hala H. Kazanchi, MD | San Diego, CA | Psychiatry

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Dr. Kazanchi graduated from the University of Baghdad College of Medicine in 1994. She works in San Diego, CA and specializes in Psychiatry. Dr. Kazanchi is affiliated with San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital.

4.7

37 Ratings
32 years of experience
62 insurance plans accepted
University Of Kansas
23 written reviews
1 specialty
12 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Kazanchi's Ratings and Reviews

4.7

37 Ratings with 23 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 7 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (26) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (26) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (26) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (25) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Provider has been sued multiple times for violating HIPPA and then made a bunch of fake accounts on this website to give her positive reviews from fake patients for her court case. She has been monitored closely by the medical board of California and could lose her license at any time.

June 28th, 2025

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Great psychiatrist! very knowledgeable and compassionate

November 1st, 2020

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She has a good listening and observation skills, she’s willing to spend time educating both patient and family about the diagnosis and recommended treatments. Very professional and personal.

July 9th, 2020

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Great care, very knowledgeable & dedicated. She is the BEST psychiatrist in scripps

May 3rd, 2020

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One of best psychiatrist in San Diego, Very passionate , dedicated, intelligent

November 13th, 2019

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She is very passionate , knowledgeable and caring . She really listened to her patient's needs.

September 20th, 2019

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Excellent doctor, very knowledgeable and passionate!

May 3rd, 2019

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One of a kind , you are lucky if she is your psychiatrist. Very popular, I heard lots of good thing about her before I was admitted to Behavioral unit . Truly she ROCKS. She is very easy to work with . She will go out of her way to help her patients. I really admire her work style.

February 13th, 2019

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She is the ONLY doctor who listen and cares about her patient . She sit with her patients and listen to them everyday. Hard worker, smart , passionate and caring . She is the FIRST doctors who explained to me my diagnosis and medication treatment. I Highly recommended this doctor!

January 19th, 2019

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She is compassionate, kind , caring, and a fantastic listener. She believes on working with you as a team. She works diligently to ensure your needs are met. One of the BEST psychiatrist in San Diego.

December 28th, 2018

Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego

4077 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103

Tel: (619) 294-8111


Dr. Hala Hameed Kazanchi, MD	Dr. Noah Li, DO	Dr. Bruce Hubbard, MD	Dr. Soheyla Talebimarandi, MD
Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.7 (37 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3 (2 Ratings)
32 Years of Experience	5 Years of Experience		32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
	Speaks English		Speaks English
San Diego , CA	Irvine , CA	SAN DIEGO , CA	La Jolla , CA
Med School: University Of Baghdad College Of Medicine	Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine		Med School: Kashan University Of Medical Sciences & Health Services
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Psychiatry

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Depressive Disorder
Insomnia
Manic Depressive Disorder
Mental Illness
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Sleep Disorders

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Kansas

Medical School

University Of Baghdad College Of MedicineGraduated in 1994

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Which hospitals is Dr. Hala Kazanchi affiliated with?: Dr. Hala Kazanchi is affiliated with San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital.
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