Dr. Rena D. Callahan, MD | Santa Monica, CA | Oncologist

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Dr. Rena Callahan treats breast cancer, metastatic or recurrent breast cancer, and Paget disease of the breast, and performs intravenous chemotherapy. She practices oncology and internal medicine and has 22 years of experience. She is affiliated with Huntington Memorial Hospital.

Dr. Callahan earned her medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. She sees patients in Santa Monica and Los Angeles, California, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Callahan 4.46 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.5

24 Ratings
22 years of experience
43 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
12 written reviews
2 specialties
26 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
7 office locations
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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4.5

24 Ratings with 12 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 9 Minutes

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I would give Dr. Callahan a thousand stars if I could. She is a stand out. I haven't had many great experiences with doctors before meeting Dr. Callahan. I trust her with my life.

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March 27th, 2022

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She saved my life!! Can I say more? I really couldn't be happier with the care provided by Dr. Callahan and her staff.

September 6th, 2019

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She is smart, funny, patient, empathetic and all around a wonderful doctor Her bedside manner is great - she listens and is direct and specific in her answers, and she is very kind. believe me if you get a cancer diagnosis, this is the doctor you want heading your team

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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December 17th, 2018

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I absolutely LOVE Dr. Callahan. She makes you feel comfortable and cares about your situation. She is very knowledgeable. I saw 5 other Oncologist in addition to Dr. Callahan and she is my Favorite! She did not recommend the harsh chemo therapy protocols that I was told I needed by other Oncologists, especially the dose densing (standard protocol). I trust this Doctor and I can't thank her enough for all she does. Her education and background explains what type of person she is... Very professional and SMART!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 9th, 2016

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Amazing bedside manner coupled with smarts.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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September 25th, 2015

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Clinical expertise combined with tremendous compassion - a winning combination. She responds quickly to phone calls and emails.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 13th, 2015

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I can't say enough good things about Dr. Callahan. She listened to me (even through my tears) like no other doctor I've ever met. I can communicate with her via email (she's very quick to respond). And, she is incredibly smart. The complete package. If you are not happy with your oncologist go to her. I'm so so glad I did.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 8th, 2015

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I was on my third oncologist and Dr. callahan was the fisrt one who actually took the time to listen to my concerns. She is thorough, thoughtful, and intelligent.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 3rd, 2013

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I can't say enough good things about Dr. Callahan. She's a brilliant oncologist and a warm, caring person. The best of both worlds!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 28th, 2011

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Rena is just great (and you can call her by her 1st name!). I had been through some other docs who just didn't know how to listen. She is young and super smart. highly recommend.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 7th, 2011

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2336 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 304Santa Monica, CA 90404

Tel: (310) 998-4747

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23929 McBean Pkwy Ste 215Valencia, CA 91355

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Dr. Rena Desai Callahan

2336 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404

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Dr. Rena Desai Callahan, MD	Dr. Ronald Tang, DO	Dr. Shahrooz Eshaghian, MD, FACP	Dr. Virginia Von Schaefer, MD
Oncology	Oncology	Oncology	Oncology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (24 Ratings)	5 (7 Ratings)	4.6 (28 Ratings)	4 (4 Ratings)
22 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Cantonese, Spanish	Speaks English, Farsi, Hebrew	Speaks English
Santa Monica , CA	Montebello , CA	Los Angeles , CA	San Clemente , CA
Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania	Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific	Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine	Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Blood Cancer
Bone Marrow Transplant
Breast Cancer
Cancer
Chemotherapy
Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Head and Neck Cancer
Hepatitis C
Internal Medicine
Leukemia
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Lymphoma
Melanoma
Metastatic Breast Cancer
Multiple Myeloma (Cancer of Plasma Cells)
Myelofibrosis
Myeloma
Palliative Care
Pancreatic Cancer
Prostate Cancer (Prostatic Neoplasm)
Sickle Cell Anemia
Thoracic Cancer
Uterine Cancer

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania in 2004.

NPI Number

Dr. Callahan's NPI number is 1487856779.

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