Summary

Dr. Kanika Sharma is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated over three decades to patient care. She earned her medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed her residency training at Alameda County Medical Center. With 33 years of experience treating a wide range of adult health conditions, Dr. Sharma brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Sharma practices at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus in Oakland, California. She has particular expertise in treating stroke-related conditions, including cerebrovascular accidents and ischemic stroke. Dr. Sharma is skilled in recognizing BE FAST stroke symptoms, which helps ensure rapid treatment for her patients. Her diagnostic capabilities include performing chest X-rays and CT scans to help identify various medical conditions. Patients have given Dr. Sharma an average rating of 4.7 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in her care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.7
  • 33 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Alameda County Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

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Speaks English Speaks English, Tamil
Oakland , CADiamond Bar , CAKaty , TXLos Altos , CA
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kanika Sharma

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Ambetter
  • America's 1st Choice
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Freedom Health
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kanika Sharma has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kanika Sharma has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Binge Eating Disorder
  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Alameda County Medical Center

Medical School

Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated in 1993

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Is Dr. Kanika Sharma accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Kanika Sharma's office located?
Dr. Kanika Sharma's office is located at 350 Hawthorne Ave, Oakland, CA, 94609.
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