Summary

Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam is an oncologist and internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Stanley Medical College. With 15 years of experience treating cancer patients, he focuses on comprehensive cancer care and managing the complex medical needs that arise during treatment. Dr. Thanikachalam is fluent in English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Thanikachalam practices at Baptist Medical Center South and sees patients in Buffalo, New York and Mobile, Alabama. He specializes in treating patients experiencing nausea and vomiting from cancer treatments, colorectal cancer, and kidney-related complications from medications. His expertise includes providing infusion therapy for cancer treatments and performing important blood tests to monitor kidney function during care. These diagnostic tests help ensure patient safety throughout the treatment process.

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Quick Facts

  • 15 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Stanley Medical College University Of Chennai
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam has 4 locations

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

665 Elm StBuffalo, NY 14203

Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam

5 Mobile Infirmary Cir Ste G805Mobile, AL 36607

Diagnostic and Medical Clinic

5 Mobile Infirmary Cir Ste CMobile, AL 36607

Diagnostic and Medical Clinic

5 Mobile Infirmary CirMobile, AL 36607

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Med School: Stanley Medical College University Of Chennai Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Empire Plan
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthNow
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Independent Health
  • Independent Health - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Univera Healthcare
  • Univera Healthcare - PPO
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Viva Health Plan - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Hematology/oncology
  • Internal Medicine
  • Medical Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Stanley Medical College University Of Chennai and Stanley Medical College in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr. Thanikachalam's NPI number is 1487060489.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam speak?
Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam speaks English and Spanish.
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Where is Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam's office located?
Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam's office is located at 665 Elm St, Buffalo, NY, 14203.
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