Summary

Dr. Alka Kanaya is an internal medicine physician with over three decades of experience treating adult patients. She earned her medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and completed her residency at UCSF Medical Center. With 31 years of practice, Dr. Kanaya brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive adult care. She is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Kanaya practices at the University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion, with her office located in San Francisco, California. She specializes in treating back pain conditions, including pregnancy-related back pain and back pain in children and teenagers. Her practice also addresses flank pain, which can stem from various underlying conditions. Dr. Kanaya incorporates physical therapy approaches, strength training techniques, and hands-on manual therapy into her treatment plans. Patients consistently rate her highly, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

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

Office Location

General Internal Medicine at Post Street

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

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31 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English, French, Bambara Speaks English, Tamil
San Francisco , CASHERMAN OAKS , CATigard , ORLos Altos , CA
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DAVIS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. 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

Dr. Alka M. Kanaya has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. 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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucsf Medical Center

Medical School

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DAVIS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
University Of California San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated in 1995

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Alka Kanaya's office located?
Dr. Alka Kanaya's office is located at 1545 Divisadero St. First and Second Floors, San Francisco, CA, 94115.
Is Dr. Alka Kanaya accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. Alka Kanaya speak?
Dr. Alka Kanaya speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Alka Kanaya accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Alka Kanaya accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Alka Kanaya accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Alka Kanaya accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.

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