Dr. Bichai graduated from Ross University School of Medicine and completed a residency at Ucla Medical Center. Dr. William Bichai, MD is a Nephrologist in Bakersfield, CA. Dr. Bichai currently practices at William N. Bichai MD, Inc. and are affiliated with Bakersfield Heart Hospital, Adventist Health Delano and Good Samaritan Hospital. Dr. Bichai has experience treating conditions like Dehydration, Vitamin D Deficiency and Hypotension (Excluding Maternal) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Bichai received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 43 times. Dr. Bichai's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Bichai also speaks Arabic, French and Spanish. Dr. Bichai is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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William N. Bichai MD, Inc.
3900 San Dimas St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
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Sep 29, 2023

I’m paralyzed from my neck down so this will be very convenient and less painful and stressful then going to meet up with my doctor every month.

Jacob Beltran — Sep 29, 2023

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Medical Education

Ross University School of Medicine

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UCLA Medical Center|UCLA Wla Medical Center
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Ucla Medical Center

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Dr. Bichai in specializes in Nephrology. See more on Sharecare.

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Dr. Bichai frequently treats the following conditions: Dehydration, Vitamin D Deficiency and Hypotension (Excluding Maternal). See more on Sharecare.

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Dr. Bichai's office is located at 3900 San Dimas St Bakersfield, CA 93301. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.

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Dr. Bichai is able to speak Arabic, French and Spanish. View profile to see all.

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Dr. Bichai provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. William Bichai, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. William Bichai, MD is affiliated with Bakersfield Heart Hospital, Adventist Health Delano and Good Samaritan Hospital.

Is Dr. William Bichai, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. William Bichai, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.

Does Dr. William Bichai, MD receive good ratings from patients?

Dr. William Bichai, MD has a star rating of 4.1/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.

Hospital Affiliations

Bakersfield Heart Hospital
3001 Sillect Ave, Bakersfield, CA
Adventist Health Delano
1401 Garces Hwy, Delano, CA
Good Samaritan Hospital
901 Olive Dr, Bakersfield, CA

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