Summary

Dr. Vijaya Kakani specializes in oncology and hematology, bringing over three decades of expertise to cancer and blood disorder care. She earned her medical degree from Guntur Medical College and completed her residency training at Scott & White Memorial Hospital. With 33 years of experience treating patients with complex cancer diagnoses, Dr. Kakani provides comprehensive care for those facing challenging health conditions. She speaks both Spanish and English, ensuring effective communication with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Kakani practices at Indiana University Health Hospital and serves patients in Lafayette, Indiana. She treats various blood cancers including acute lymphoblastic leukemia and acute myelogenous leukemia. Her expertise extends to anal cancer care as well. Treatment options she provides include chemotherapy sessions, specialized blood filtering procedures called apheresis, and thorough breast examinations. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.8 stars for her compassionate approach to cancer care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 33 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Scott & White Memorial Hospital
  • 4 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

IU Health Cancer Center - Lafayette - IU Health Arnett Cancer Center

420 N 26th StLafayette, IN 47904
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Lafayette , INWest Lafayette , INWest Lafayette , INWabash , IN
Med School: Guntur Medical College Med School: University College Of Medical Sciences And Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vijaya L Kakani

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • American Health Plan of Indiana/Majestic Care Management I-SNP
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Healthy Indiana Plan
  • Anthem Hoosier Care Connect
  • Anthem Hoosier Healthwise
  • Anthem Indiana PathWays for Aging
  • Anthem Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Anthem Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Anthem Pathway Essentials Network
  • CareSource
  • CareSource Healthy Indiana Plan
  • CareSource Hoosier Healthwise
  • Cigna
  • Cigna Marketplace
  • Community Health Alliance
  • Community Health Network Employee Plan
  • Coventry/First Health
  • Deaconess OneCare
  • Encore
  • Encore Combined
  • Encore Elite
  • Encore Workers Compensation
  • Humana
  • Humana Healthy Horizons Indiana PathWays for Aging
  • Humana Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Humana Medicare Advantage PFFS
  • Humana Medicare Advantage PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Vijaya L Kakani has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Vijaya L Kakani has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Anemia
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic B-Cell Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Hematologist
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Metastasis
  • Oncologist
  • Oncologist/hematologist
  • Pain

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Indiana, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Scott & White Memorial Hospital

Medical School

Guntur Medical CollegeGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Vijaya Kakani speak?
Dr. Vijaya Kakani speaks Spanish and English.
Is Dr. Vijaya Kakani accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Vijaya Kakani's office located?
Dr. Vijaya Kakani's office is located at 420 N 26th St, Lafayette, IN, 47904.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vijaya Kakani affiliated with?
Dr. Vijaya Kakani is affiliated with Indiana University Health Hospital.

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