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Dr. Nelson Cheng is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 46 years of extensive medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation for his career in internal medicine. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive care both in outpatient settings and for hospitalized patients requiring specialized inpatient management.
Dr. Cheng practices at multiple locations throughout California, including Kaiser Permanente medical centers in Manteca, Oakland, and Modesto, as well as Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus in Oakland. His hospital medicine expertise enables him to coordinate complex care for patients during their hospital stays. With nearly five decades of practice, he has developed extensive knowledge in managing a wide range of internal medicine conditions and ensuring continuity of care across …different healthcare settings.
Read More Read less Dr. Cheng practices at multiple locations throughout California, including Kaiser Permanente medical centers in Manteca, Oakland, and Modesto, as well as Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus in Oakland. His hospital medicine expertise enables him to coordinate complex care for patients during their hospital stays. With nearly five decades of practice, he has developed extensive knowledge in managing a wide range of internal medicine conditions and ensuring continuity of care across …different healthcare settings.
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Quick Facts
- 46 years of experience
- 4 insurance plans accepted
- University Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Nelson Cheng has 5 locationsAlta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus
350 Hawthorne AveOakland, CA 94609 Tel: (510) 655-4000
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| Dr. Nelson Cheng, MD | Dr. Adama Diarra, DO | Dr. Alaa Hajal, MD | Karthikeyan Viswanathan, DO |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 46 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, French, Bambara | Speaks English, Tamil | ||
| Manteca , CA | Tigard , OR | Diamond Bar , CA | Palo Alto , CA |
| Med School: University Of Medicine | Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nelson Cheng
Medical Specialties
Dr. Nelson Cheng has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Nelson Cheng has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
46 Years Experience
Dr. Nelson Cheng holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Medicine in 1980.
NPI Number
Dr. Cheng's NPI number is 1689752594.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Nelson Cheng's office located?
- Dr. Nelson Cheng's office is located at 1777 W Yosemite Ave, Manteca, CA, 95337.
- Does Dr. Nelson Cheng accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Nelson Cheng accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Nelson Cheng accepting new patients?
- Dr. Nelson Cheng has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Nelson Cheng accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Nelson Cheng has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Nelson Cheng affiliated with?
- Dr. Nelson Cheng is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus, and Kaiser Permanente Modesto Medical Center.
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