Nikita Jambulingam, MD
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Nikita Jambulingam, MD

(she/her)
  • Internal Medicine|
  • Sleep Medicine
Average rating: 4.9
 
Torrance Skypark Specialty Care |

About

Dr. Nikita Jambulingam is a sleep medicine physician who practices in Torrance and Downtown LA. She specializes in treating sleep disorders including sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, hypersomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, restless legs syndrome, and sleep-related movement disorders.

Dr. J received her medical degree from the University of Michigan. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at UCLA-Olive View and a Sleep Medicine fellowship at UCLA, where she served as Chief Fellow. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Biology at Harvard University.

Dr. J’s interest in sleep developed during her clinical training where she witnessed the positive impact of improved sleep on the quality of life of her patients. She advocates for the needs of her patients to help them achieve the best health possible. She also teaches UCLA medical students, residents, and fellows at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Dr. J grew up in Michigan and enjoys the cultural diversity of Los Angeles. When she is not in the office, you may find her hiking, traveling, or exploring the LA food scene.

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certifications

Sleep Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2023
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2021

Fellowship

Sleep Medicine, University of California Los Angeles, 2022

Residency

Internal Medicine, Olive View-UCLA Medical Center Internal Medicine GME, 2021

Degree

MD, University of Michigan Health System, 2018

Recognitions

  • Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars 2025

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

UCLA Santa Monica 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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Recognitions

  • Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars 2025

Reviews

Overall Rating:
4.9
152 total ratings | 53 reviews
5.0
August 29, 2025
Very caring doctor
5.0
August 29, 2025
Very informative, friendly, and I like that she was wearing a face mask.
5.0
August 29, 2025
Very good
5.0
August 29, 2025
Polite . She listened patiently to my sister’s telephone call in. As a fellow physician, I appreciate her expertise and her calm nature.
5.0
August 25, 2025
Great interaction with my questions