Summary

Dr. Alka Kanaya is an internal medicine physician who earned her medical degree from University of California San Francisco School of Medicine. She completed her residency training at UCSF Medical Center, building expertise in comprehensive adult healthcare. With 31 years of clinical experience, Dr. Kanaya has developed deep knowledge in managing complex medical conditions and preventive care. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Kanaya practices at University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion, located in San Francisco, California. She specializes in treating high blood pressure conditions, including emergency situations requiring immediate attention. Her clinical services include essential diagnostic procedures such as comprehensive blood work and kidney function testing. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kanaya highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 for her compassionate care and medical expertise.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 31 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

General Internal Medicine at Post Street

1545 Divisadero St. First and Second FloorsSan Francisco, CA 94115

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English, Spanish
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Med School: UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DAVIS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alka M. Kanaya

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SutterSelect - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Alka M. Kanaya has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Alka M. Kanaya has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Diabetes, Type 2
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Alka M. Kanaya holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucsf Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DAVIS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE and University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Alka M. Kanaya's NPI number is 1891747929.

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Alka Kanaya speaks English and Spanish.
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