Summary

Dr. Gigi Nickas is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospital medicine, bringing over three decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the prestigious David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed her residency training at UCSF Medical Center. With 33 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Nickas has developed extensive knowledge in managing complex medical conditions both in outpatient and inpatient settings.

Dr. Nickas practices at multiple locations throughout San Luis Obispo, California, including French Hospital Medical Center and Adventist Health Sierra Vista. She focuses on treating high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. Her diagnostic capabilities include performing chest imaging studies such as fluoroscopy, X-rays, and CT scans to help identify and monitor various medical conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 33 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Gigi Nickas has 3 locations

French Hospital Medical Center

1911 Johnson AveSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Adventist Health Sierra Vista

1010 Murray AveSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405

California Emergency Physicians

2100 Powell St Ste 400Emeryville, CA 94608
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

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4.7 
33 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Tamil
San Luis Obispo , CASHERMAN OAKS , CADiamond Bar , CALos Altos , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gigi Nickas

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CenCal Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • HealthPartners
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gigi Nickas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gigi Nickas has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucsf Medical Center

Medical School

David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Gigi Nickas accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Gigi Nickas's office located?
Dr. Gigi Nickas's office is located at 1911 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401.

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