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Reema R. Batra, MD
4.8
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Hematology/oncology
Oncology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
Reema R. Batra, MD
4.8
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Hematology/oncology
Oncology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
Schedule an appointment
Accepting new patients
Location and phone
Cancer Center Oncology Medical Group
5555 Grossmont Center Drive
La Mesa, CA 91942
Get directions619-644-3030
Fax: 619-644-3638
Care schedule
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About Reema R. Batra, MD
Cancer can be a challenging time in a patient's life. I believe my role in treating a cancer patient is to provide the most exceptional treatment in addition to guiding the patient through the process. I also believe in health and wellness, and integrating this into the treatment plan. I enjoy the mix of science and personal relationships that medicine brings in allowing me to assist individuals toward optimal health. When I am not working, I enjoy time with my family. I have infant twins and I love to spend my free time with them!
Age: 50
In practice since: 2012
Gender: Female
Name pronunciation: Ree-ma Bah-tra
Languages: Hindi
Education
Beth Israel Medical Center: Residency
New York Medical College: Medical School
The George Washington University: Fellowship
Beth Israel Hospital (Boston, MA): Internship
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- Bladder cancer
- Blood disorders
- Bone marrow aspiration studies
- Breast cancer
- Cancer
- Chemotherapy in office
- Colon and rectal cancer
- Complementary therapies
- End-of-life care
- Hodgkin's disease
- Infusion therapy
- Kidney cancer
- Leukemia
- Lung cancer
- Lymphedema
- Pancreatic cancer
- Prostate cancer
- Second opinions
- Sickle cell anemia
- Thyroid cancer
To confirm coverage for specific treatments and procedures, contact your physician or health plan.
NPI
1629286505
Insurance plans accepted
Reema R. Batra, MD, accepts 36 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.8
89 ratings
Patient ratings
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.8
Provider included you in decisions
4.8
Care Provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)
4.8
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.9
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.9
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
May 21, 2026
3.4
Julian [PA] was behind and I was informed until I got called back which was 40 min past my visit time and the visit was less than 15 min.
Verified Patient
May 18, 2026
4.0
Good.
Verified Patient
May 1, 2026
5.0
MD offered me the choice of current method of receiving meds or new subcutaneous injection. I am looking forward to an injection that will release the medication into my system slowly, possibly cutting down on side effects.
Verified Patient
March 18, 2026
5.0
Good experience.
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