Summary

Dr. Shamel Sanani is an oncologist who earned his medical degree from Teheran University School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at SUNY Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals and pursued fellowship training in medical oncology at State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine in 1979. With 54 years of experience in cancer care, Dr. Sanani has dedicated his career to treating patients with various forms of cancer. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Sanani practices at Encino Hospital Medical Center and City of Hope Mission Hills in Mission Hills, California. His expertise includes treating breast cancer and managing nausea and vomiting that can occur during cancer treatment. He performs infusion therapy and administers intravenous chemotherapy to help patients fight their cancer. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 54 years of experience
  • 67 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Shamel Sanani has 2 locations

Shamel Sanani, M.D.

15031 Rinaldi StMission Hills, CA 91345

City of Hope Mission Hills

15031 Rinaldi St Ste 150Mission Hills, CA 91345

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Shamel Sanani, MDDr. Shahrooz Eshaghian, MD, FACPDr. Ronald Tang, DODr. Virginia Von Schaefer, MD
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54 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Farsi, Hebrew Speaks English, Cantonese, Spanish Speaks English
Mission Hills , CALos Angeles , CAMontebello , CASan Clemente , CA
Med School: Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Shamel Sanani

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - EPO
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareMore
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - ACA
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid
  • Health Net - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - PPO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - IPA
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - ACA
  • Molina Healthcare - IPA
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • Physicians Mutual
  • QualCare
  • QualCare - IPA
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Sierra Health and Life - Medicare
  • State Farm
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Shamel Sanani has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Shamel Sanani has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Metastasis
  • Palliative Care

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

Shamel Sanani holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine in 1979.

Residency

Completed their residency at Suny Buffalo Affil Hosps, Medical Oncology Sisters Charity Hosp, Internal Medicine St Lukes Hosp Newburgh, Flexible Or Transitional Year, SUNY Upstate Medical University Program, Charity Hospital of Louisiana at New Orleans in 1977, and St Luke's Med Center in 1975.

Medical School

Graduated from Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Teheran University School of Medicine in 1972, and University of Minnesota Med School in 1972.

NPI Number

Shamel Sanani's NPI number is 1174522585.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Shamel Sanani speak?
Shamel Sanani speaks English.
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