Deepa Ragesh Panikkath, MD
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Deepa Ragesh Panikkath, MD

  • Rheumatology
Average rating: 4.9
 
UCLA Health San Luis Obispo Primary & Specialty Care |

About

Dr Deepa Panikkath practices general adult rheumatology at San Luis Obispo and treats a wide spectrum of rheumatic diseases, including lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, vasculitis, myositis, scleroderma, gout, osteoarthritis and osteoporosis.She earned her medical degree and trained in Dermatology from India prior to coming to the United States. She then pursued her residency in Internal Medicine at Texas Tech University, Lubbock followed by Rheumatology fellowship at Loma Linda University, California. Dr. Panikkath is board certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology. In her spare time she enjoys gardening, watching movies,and hiking with her husband and children.

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certifications

Rheumatology, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2021
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2016

Fellowship

Rheumatology, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, 2021

Residency

Internal Medicine, Texas Tech University School of Medicine, 2016

Degree

MBBS, Government Medical College, 2000

Locations

UCLA Health San Luis Obispo Primary & Specialty Care

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
  • Medicare Advantage
  • MultiPlan
  • UFCM Health System
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare

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Reviews

Overall Rating:
4.9
261 total ratings | 107 reviews
5.0
May 15, 2025
Very thorough, explained everything and answered any questions I had. Did not feel rushed
5.0
May 15, 2025
This was my first appointment with dr panikkath.and she is outstanding
5.0
May 14, 2025
Excellent info. Clear!!!
5.0
May 14, 2025
Dr. Panikkath is very thorough. I appreciate her kind demeanor and professionalism. I always feel that I am in good hands.
5.0
May 8, 2025
Dr. Panikkath listens to my concerns and thoughtfully answers my questions.