Summary

Dr. Rajiv Panikkar is an oncologist who specializes in treating cancer patients throughout Pennsylvania. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System in 2004. Dr. Panikkar furthered his expertise through a fellowship at Fox Chase Cancer Center in 2008, giving him 25 years of comprehensive experience in cancer care. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Panikkar practices at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. He focuses particularly on lung cancer treatment, including both non-small cell and small cell lung cancers. His diagnostic expertise includes blood testing for calcium levels and alkaline phosphatase, as well as arterial blood gas analysis to monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.2
  • 25 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Fox Chase Cancer Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Rajiv Prasanna Panikkar has 2 locations

Geisinger Medical Center

100 N Academy AveDanville, PA 17822
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

1000 E Mountain DrWilkes Barre, PA 18711

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Danville , PALewisburg , PADanville , PAWilkes Barre , PA
Med School: University of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: Calcutta National Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rajiv Prasanna Panikkar

  • AARP
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rajiv Prasanna Panikkar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rajiv Prasanna Panikkar has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Cancerous Tumor
  • Chemotherapy
  • Lung Cancer
  • Metastasis

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Fox Chase Cancer Center2008

Residency

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System2004

Medical School

University of Pittsburgh, School of MedicineGraduated in 2001

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Rajiv Panikkar affiliated with?
Dr. Rajiv Panikkar is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center.
Does Dr. Rajiv Panikkar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Rajiv Panikkar accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Rajiv Panikkar speak?
Dr. Rajiv Panikkar speaks English.
Is Dr. Rajiv Panikkar accepting new patients?
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