Summary

Dr. Mina Nikanjam is a board-certified oncologist who specializes in treating cancer patients with both blood-related cancers and solid tumors. She earned her medical degree and PhD from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, followed by her residency training at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center. With 15 years of clinical experience, Dr. Nikanjam has developed expertise in comprehensive cancer care. She provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Nikanjam practices at UC San Diego Health in Encinitas, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center. She focuses on treating patients with blood cancers and various types of solid tumors. Her clinical approach includes performing complete blood counts to monitor patient health and conducting specialized blood tests to assess kidney function during treatment.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 15 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

1200 Garden View RdEncinitas, CA 92024

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Encinitas , CASan Clemente , CASan Diego , CASAN DIEGO , CA
Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mina Nikanjam

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CalOptima
  • Care1st
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mina Nikanjam has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mina Nikanjam has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Oncologist
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Kaiser Permanente Medical Center

Medical School

University Of California San Diego School Of MedicineGraduated in 2011

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Mina Nikanjam accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Mina Nikanjam accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mina Nikanjam affiliated with?
Dr. Mina Nikanjam is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mina Nikanjam?
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Does Dr. Mina Nikanjam accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Mina Nikanjam's office located?
Dr. Mina Nikanjam's office is located at 1200 Garden View Rd, Encinitas, CA, 92024.

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