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Nadkarni, Rajani P., MD

Gender

Female

Language

English, Marathi, Urdu, Hindi

Providing the best care to our patients and their companions requires communicating in a way everyone understands. Interpreter services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. All spoken languages are available, as well as American Sign Language (AS/L).

Specialties
Accepting New Patients
  • Medical Oncology
  • Hematology / Oncology
Areas of Expertise
Blood Disorders, Breast Cancer, Gastrointestinal Malignancies, Genitourinary Cancer, Head & Neck Cancers, Hematologic Cancers, Lung Cancer

Hospitals and Organizations

  • The Hospital of Central Connecticut
  • MidState Medical Center
  • Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
  • Integrated Care Partners

Education

Medical School
GS Medical College University Bombay

Residency
Hospital of St. Raphael

Fellowship
Yale University

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Nadkarni shows a deep concern for my wellbeing and that of my wife, who also Is her patient. She is very current in her knowledge of emerging treatment options and gives very thoughtful advice about selecting among them. She Is engaged and extremely professional in her relationship with us, while also adopting a warm and very supportive stance. We have developed a tremendous trust in her as a key physician in our respective medical care needs.

5 out of 5 stars

I am a retired APRN, Dr. Nadkarni put all the pieces of this overwhelming puzzle into simple terms for possible solutions. Am very confident in her care.

5 out of 5 stars

Consider your institution very lucky to have Dr. Nadkarni on your staff!!

5 out of 5 stars

I only used virtual visit because I was out State and had a family emergency.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr.Nadkarni was very helpful and genuinely caring individual. Very comforting and easy to talk with.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Nadkarni is an excellent physician.. Intelligent, knowledgeable, caring .. I can't say enough wonderful comments about her

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Nadkarni is absolutely the best

5 out of 5 stars

I count my referral to Dr. Nadkarni as a blessing.

5 out of 5 stars

I can not say enough good things regarding Dr. Nadkarni.

5 out of 5 stars

I think Dr. Nadkami is the best. She is caring and compassionate and handles my concerns extremely well.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Nadkarni is the best!!

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent doctor, care & kindness & made sure I was understanding all we discussed.

5 out of 5 stars

It was my first visit with the doctor, I felt very confident with her assessment and diagnostic tests that were advised.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Nadkarni has always gone above and beyond in my care. I currently live in Enfield and work in the Springfield area and I gladly take the drive to see her. She has established such a wonderful provider to patient relationship and trust that I do not see myself anyone else but her. Thank you so much for always listening to my concerns, and making sure I continue in the right direction to continue healthy. Your bed side manner is beyond any words can describe. Thank you!

5 out of 5 stars

I would recommend without hesitation. I am so grateful and relieved that I switched networks and providers. Based on this experience I may switch more of my current providers.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Nadkarni is exceptional in her approach to working with me. She is always up on the latest research, takes the time to review my labs with me thoroughly, is thoughtful in answering my questions and proposing next steps and is a great thought partner regarding medical matters for both me and my wife.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Nadkarni is always pleasant and concerned about my health - I hope you appreciate her as much as I do.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Nadkarni is outstanding in all areas regarding my and my wife's treatment, and has been so since my treatment began over five years ago.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Nadkarni is one of the kindest, caring and most professional doctors I have ever met. She listened intently to my concerns . She did not rush me through the appointment and made me feel genuinely cared for.

5 out of 5 stars

Very pleased with Dr. Nadkarni

5 out of 5 stars

Love her honesty and direct answers to my questions

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Nardkarni is a fabulous doctor. Wish they could all be like her. Thank you Dr Nardkarni.

Other Reviews from Around the Web

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Nadkarni is exceptionally knowledgeable, and patient focused. She takes time to explore and explain issues very clearly. She engages with the patient in problem solving and in developing an approach to dealing with a medical condition.

5 out of 5 stars

I love Dr. Nadkarni, She helped save my life 😊

5 out of 5 stars

I am very comfortable with Dr. Nadkarni. She is very knowledgeable, gentle and caring.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Nadkarni is absolutely the best oncologist!

5 out of 5 stars

I absolutely love this woman. She is knowledgeable wise and cares for her patients like no other doctor I’ve ever seen before.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Nadkarni it’s very caring and very concerned to all her patience. I would recommend to anybody.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Nadkarni patiently listened to any questions I had and took into consideration everything I told her about myself. She explained the test results very clearly and made sure I understood before moving on to the next item.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Nadkarni is a great Hematologist! She is patient, kind and explain in details to her patients.

5 out of 5 stars

Everyone has been wonderful.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Nadkarni exceeded my expectations in helping to assess my cancer risk.

5 out of 5 stars

Last week Ihad a PET scan. I had never had one before,so everything was new to me. I was cordially at the desk. I only had to wait acouple of minutes before being summoned to the test area the whole procedure was explained to me. The tech was informative and personable and the test went smoothly.

5 out of 5 stars

I changed to MidState because I was not comfortable with my Middlesex oncologist. I am so happy I switched. Dr. Nadkarni listens intently and gives thorough answers to my questions. I would highly recommend her and the practice in Meriden without reservation.

Bio

Rajani Nadkarni, MD, is a Medical Oncologist/Hematologist with the Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at MidState Medical Center.

She earned his medical degree MBBS in psychiatry from Seth GS Medical College and King Edward Memorial Hospital in Bombay, India, where she placed first in the university. After migrating to the United States in 1988, she completed her residency in internal medicine at the Hospital of St. Raphael, where she served as chief resident. She completed a fellowship in medical oncology and hematology at Yale University with a clinical research interest in lymphoma and lung cancer.

In the last 20 years of practice, she has developed an interest in breast cancer and the genetics of cancer. She also has an interest in the treatment of lung and colon cancers and lymphoma.

She initiated the Cancer Risk Assessment Program in 2010 and is the medical director of the program at MidState Medical Center. She is a member of the Breast Disease Management Team as well as the High Risk for Cancer Subcommittee for the Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute, and is past president of the MidState medical staff.

She has been recognized for her compassionate approach to cancer care and her interest and initiative in the quality of cancer care by her patients and peers. She received the Connecticut Hospital Association Healthcare Hero Award in 2015 and a Leadership Award at MidState Medical Center.

Her practice welcomes all patients with cancer and blood disorders.

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Insurance

Aetna, Anthem, Cigna Healthcare, Colonial Cooperative Care, Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc., Connecticare, First Health Group Corp., Health New England, Multiplan, Northeast Health Direct, Oxford Health Plans, United Healthcare, BCBS Medicare, Connecticare Commercial, Connecticare Medicare, Corvel, Coventry, Essence Healthcare, Evercare, Focus, Health Connecticut, Health Direct, Healthy Connecticut, Prime Health Services, Private Health Care Systems, Inc., Senior Whole Health, WellCare of Connecticut, Inc., One Health Plan/ Great-West Healthcare, CarePartners of Connecticut

This information is subject to change at any time. Please check with your insurance provider before scheduling your appointment or receiving services to confirm they are a participating member of the Hartford HealthCare network.

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