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Dr. Athira Unnikrishnan, MD

Medical Oncology*
4.8 (99)
Map Pin Small Austin, TX
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Athira Unnikrishnan, MD

Dr. Athira Unnikrishnan, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in Austin, TX. They specialize in Medical Oncology, has 20 years of experience, and is board certified in Hematology. They graduated from Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences and is affiliated with St. David's Medical Center, St. David's North Austin Medical Center, Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin and Columbus Community Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Unnikrishnan an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Unnikrishnan works at Texas Oncology in Austin, TX. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Unnikrishnan's Office Locations

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    Austin Brain Tumor Center
    901 W 38th St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78705 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (512) 421-4100
    Monday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    Closed
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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  • St. David's Medical Center
  • St. David's North Austin Medical Center
  • Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
  • Columbus Community Hospital

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    4.8
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    Based on 99 ratings
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    About Dr. Athira Unnikrishnan, MD

    Specialties*
    • Medical Oncology

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    Years of Experience
    • 20 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam and Tamil
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    NPI Number
    • 1467744391
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Hematology, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
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    Dr. Unnikrishnan works at Texas Oncology in Austin, TX. View the full address on Dr. Unnikrishnan’s profile.

    99 patients have reviewed Dr. Unnikrishnan. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Unnikrishnan.

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