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Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 65
Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan, MD
2.9 (18 Ratings)

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Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Lakewood, CA.
Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan, MD
2.9 (18 Ratings)
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Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 65
Lakewood, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Lakewood, CA.

About

Dr. Viswanathan graduated from Stanley Med Coll, Madras University and completed a residency at Chicago Medical School-Mt Sinai Hospital. Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Lakewood, CA. Dr. Viswanathan currently practices at Lakewood Primary Care Med GRP and are affiliated with MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center and MemorialCare Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach. Dr. Viswanathan has experience treating conditions like Diabetic Coma, Diabetic Polyneuropathy and Dyslipidemia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Viswanathan received an average rating of 2.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Dr. Viswanathan's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Viswanathan is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Diabetic Coma
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Dyslipidemia
Diabetic Coma
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Dyslipidemia
Diabetes Type 2
Hyperthyroidism
Obesity
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Adrenal Gland Cancer
Adrenal Gland Diseases
Adrenal Incidentaloma
Adrenal Insufficiency
Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Goiter
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Graves' Disease
Growth Hormone Deficiency
Hashimoto's Disease
Hemochromatosis
Hypercalcemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hyperprolactinemia
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypopituitarism
Hypothalamus Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Lipid Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Menstrual Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Morbid Obesity
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pheochromocytoma
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Pituitary Tumor
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Proteinuria
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Cyst
Thyroid Nodule
Thyroiditis
Thyrotoxicosis
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin_Deficiency
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Thyroid Hormone Replacement
Abnormal Thyroid
Acute Thyroiditis
Congenital Hypothyroidism
Congenital Hypothyroidism without Goiter
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Drug Induced Adrenocortical Insufficiency
Female Infertility
Gynecomastia
Hyperaldosteronism
Hyperandrogenization Syndrome
Hyperkalemia
Hypoparathyroidism
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Lipedema
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Lipoprotein Disorders
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Metabolic Syndrome
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia, Type 1 (MEN 1)
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia, Type 3 (MEN 3)
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Overweight
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Peripheral Edema
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Postpartum Thyroiditis
Pregestational Diabetes Mellitus
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
Thyroid Goiter
Thyrotoxicosis Factitia
Turner Syndrome
ACTH (Cosyntropin) Stimulation Test
Cholesterol Screening
Dexamethasone Suppression Test
Diabetes Screening
Diabetic Evaluation
Dynamic Endocrine Function Test
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
Thyroid Nodule Evaluation
Thyroid Scan
Thyroid Screening
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Water Deprivation Test

Insurance Accepted

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  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Bronze EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
    UC High Option Supplement to Medicare-CA
    Gold EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
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    UC Health Savings Plan-CA
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    Basic
  • Open Access Plus
    LocalPlus
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  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
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  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
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    Select
  • Choice Plus

Locations

  1. 1 Lakewood Primary Care Medical
    5750 Downey Ave Ste 100, Lakewood, CA 90712

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Viswanathan
2.9
Based on 18 Reviews
5 Stars (7)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (9)

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Patient Reviews
Feb 02, 2024
Dr. Viswanathan is truly the best. She is very quick and brief when you go for an appt, however, she is very thorough. She doesn’t say much, that is normally done by her Assistant. Dr ‘V’ helped me get on the insulin pump and sensors. I just love her!
Uvalle, R — Feb 02, 2024
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Specialties*
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Stanley Med Coll, Madras University
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Chicago Medical School-Mt Sinai Hospital
    1991
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University Illinois Humana Michael Reese
    1993
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Viswanathan's profile.

Dr. Viswanathan frequently treats the following conditions: Diabetic Coma, Diabetic Polyneuropathy and Dyslipidemia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan, MD is affiliated with MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center and MemorialCare Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach.

Yes, Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan, MD holds board certification in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center

    2801 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA

  • MemorialCare Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach

    2801 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA