Summary

Dr. Vijay Prabhakar is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Stanford Medical Center. With 11 years of clinical experience, Dr. Prabhakar brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Prabhakar practices at St. Jude Heritage in Fullerton, California, where he focuses on treating common digestive conditions. His expertise includes managing colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as colonoscopy and upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy to help identify and address digestive health concerns. Patients consistently rate Dr. Prabhakar highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 11 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Stanford Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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11 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Fullerton , CALittle Rock , ARMontgomery , ALSacramento , CA
Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: Georgia State University Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Vijay Krishna Prabhakar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Medicare Advantage
  • Anthem Blue Cross Medicare PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross PPO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO - Trio
  • Blue Shield of CA Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Shield of CA PPO
  • Cigna HMO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Coventry/First Health PPO
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicare Advantage
  • Health Net PPO
  • HealthSmart (Interplan) PPO
  • Multiplan PPO
  • Providence Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
  • SCAN Medicare Advantage
  • TriWest - Tricare
  • United Healthcare HMO
  • United HealthCare PPO
  • US Family Health Plan - TriCare
  • Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross

Medical Specialties

Vijay Krishna Prabhakar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Vijay Krishna Prabhakar has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Gastroenterologist
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

11 Years Experience

Vijay Krishna Prabhakar 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Stanford Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Duke University School Of Medicine in 2015.

NPI Number

Vijay Krishna Prabhakar's NPI number is 1932593167.

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