Summary

Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam is a medical oncologist and internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Stanley Medical College. With 15 years of experience in cancer care, he specializes in treating complex oncological conditions while maintaining expertise in comprehensive internal medicine. Dr. Thanikachalam is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Thanikachalam is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center South and practices at multiple locations in Buffalo, New York and Mobile, Alabama. He focuses on treating serious conditions including liver cancer and colorectal cancer, while also addressing general health concerns like fatigue. His clinical expertise includes performing essential diagnostic procedures such as blood tests and arterial blood gas analysis to monitor patient health and guide treatment decisions.

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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: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo Med School: St Georges University School 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 expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired 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

Which hospitals is Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam affiliated with?
Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center South.
Does Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam?
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What languages does Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam speak?
Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam speaks English and Spanish.
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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