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Department Hematology and Medical Oncology
Primary Location Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English
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Biography

About Kanika Nair, MD

Dr. Nair is Associate Staff in the Gastrointestinal Malignancies Program at the Cleveland Clinic. She completed her undergraduate degrees in Chemistry as well as Physics & Astronomy from the University of Pittsburgh. She completed her medical degree from The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences, where she completed her training in internal medicine and served as Chief Resident at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. As a proud graduate of Mayfield High School, she was thrilled to return to Cleveland for her fellowship in hematology/oncology at the Cleveland Clinic, where she also served as Chief Fellow. 

Dr. Nair's research interests are understanding the role of the tumor microbiome in young-onset colorectal cancers, germline mutations in pancreatic cancer, and use of circulating tumor DNA in gastrointestinal malignancies. Dr. Nair serves on the ASCO Guidelines Committee for the Use of cfDNA Testing in Solid Tumors and Lymphoma.
Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2020

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Hematology/Oncology
Cleveland, OH USA
2021

Residency - The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
Internal Medicine - Chief Resident
Washington, DC USA
2018

Residency - The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
Internal Medicine
Washington, DC USA
2017

Medical Education - The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
Medicine
Washington, DC USA
2014

Undergraduate - University of Pittsburgh
Chemistry, Physics & Astronomy
Pittsburgh, PA USA
2009

Certifications

  • Internal Medicine
  • Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology
Research & Publications

Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

Industry Relationships

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As of 3/1/2023, Dr. Nair has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.

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Patient Satisfaction Reviews

71 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.

Overall Star Ratings
4.8 out of 5
Explains 4.8
Listens 4.7
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.9

15 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024

Love Dr. Nair! You never feel rushed in her office. She is very caring and sweet.

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2023

She's the best! Takes time to discuss any concerns and issues

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2023

Dr. Nair is amazing.

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2023

Dr. Nair is wonderful! She's very attentive, concerned about me and my health. I would definitely recommend her.

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2023

I have the utmost confidence in the decisions that are being made by my Doctor and the entire Oncology team at the Clinic.

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2023

Dr. Nair is the best! She is very knowledgeable and always takes the time I need to ask questions and answers them with honesty and compassion. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of her expertise.

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2023

I love Dr Nair. She is always so pleasant & a wonderful provider!

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2023

Dr Nair was great answering all the questions asked of her. She took care of my fears with her explanations of things related to my condition. Her logical approach to an unknown primary gave me hope.

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2023

Dr Nair is always a professional, friendly and courteous experience.

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2023

Dr Nair is an exceptional person who I would highly recommend

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2023

Dr. Nair was compassionate, an excellent communicator, and thorough. She resolved our concerns.

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2023

Dr. Nair is the best there is! She is always informative and kind and makes me feel that I have a part in the treatment/testing of my cancer journey!!

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2023

Dr Nair is just amazing, so knowledgeable, so pleasant & patient. Am blessed to have her as my oncologist!

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2023

Dr Nair is always very informative and supportive.

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023

Dr Nair is very good about listening to your complete questions before giving her opinion which she makes relatable to your individual situation.

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