Summary

Dr. Sanjai Thankachen specializes in family medicine with extensive experience treating substance use disorders and behavioral health conditions. He earned his medical degree from Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences and has practiced for 26 years, developing particular expertise in adolescent and adult addiction medicine. Dr. Thankachen is fluent in English.

Dr. Thankachen is affiliated with La Palma Intercommunity Hospital and practices in Irvine, California. He focuses on treating substance use disorders, teen substance abuse, and mood disorders in children. His clinical work includes comprehensive drug screening services such as testing for benzodiazepines, cannabinoids, and cocaine. Patients rate Dr. Thankachen 3.5 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 26 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Adichunchanagiri Institute Of Medical Sciences
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Sanjai Thankachen has 2 locations

Jason Kellogg, MD, Inc

17782 Cowan Ste AIrvine, CA 92614

Eagle Creek Recovery

6770 Elm LnNampa, ID 83687

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Dr. Sanjai Thankachen, MDDr. Peter N Mattar, MDDr. Howard Pyo, DODr. Samantha Von Ins, MD
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.5 
4.6 
26 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, French, English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
Irvine , CANorco , CAFullerton , CAPlacentia , CA
Med School: Adichunchanagiri Institute Of Medical Sciences Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Sanjai Thankachen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sanjai Thankachen has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Clinical Depression
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Insomnia
  • Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Mental Illness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired
Medical Doctor, Wisconsin, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Adichunchanagiri Institute Of Medical SciencesGraduated in 2000

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Dr. Sanjai Thankachen is affiliated with La Palma Intercommunity Hospital.
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What languages does Dr. Sanjai Thankachen speak?
Dr. Sanjai Thankachen speaks English.
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