Summary

Dr. Gnana Desigan is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who graduated from Madurai Medical College and completed his residency at Our Lady Of Mercy Medical Center. With 55 years of clinical experience, he has developed extensive expertise in digestive health and comprehensive internal medicine care. Dr. Desigan is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Desigan practices at Valley Presbyterian Hospital in Van Nuys, California, where he focuses on treating complex gastrointestinal conditions including colorectal and rectal cancers. He performs specialized procedures such as infusion therapy and intravenous chemotherapy to provide comprehensive cancer care. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 on Vitals for his medical services.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.3
  • 55 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Our Lady Of Mercy Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Barlow Respiratory Hospital At Valley Presbyterian Hospital

15107 Vanowen StVan Nuys, CA 91405

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3.3 
55 Years of Experience
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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Van Nuys , CASACRAMENTO , CASACRAMENTO , CATempe , AZ
Med School: Madurai Medical College Med School: University of South Alabama Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Med School: Charles R Drew University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gnana Desigan

  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Health Net - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gnana Desigan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gnana Desigan has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

55 Years Experience

Dr. Gnana Desigan holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Our Lady Of Mercy Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Madurai Medical College in 1972 and Madurai Medical College in 1971.

NPI Number

Dr. Desigan's NPI number is 1477580298.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Dr. Gnana Desigan speak?
Dr. Gnana Desigan speaks Spanish and English.
Where is Dr. Gnana Desigan's office located?
Dr. Gnana Desigan's office is located at 15107 Vanowen St, Van Nuys, CA, 91405.
Is Dr. Gnana Desigan accepting new patients?
Dr. Gnana Desigan has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Gnana Desigan accept my insurance?
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