My family likes being outdoors; hiking, biking and exploring nature. I enjoy reading SciFi, biographies and baking cookies. Dr. Nance is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP), Porphyria, Von Willebrand Disease (VWD), and Heyde Syndrome.

Dr. Ortiz Cruz joined Ironwood Cancer & Research Center in September 2014, after completing her hematology and medical oncology fellowship at the University of South Carolina in Charleston. She completed two years of research at the National Cancer Institute | National Institutes of Health in Bethesda Maryland where she was involved with clinical research in radiation oncology in addition to work with medical oncology. Dr. Ortiz Cruz also completed an internal medicineresidency training program at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix. She has published several articles in scientific journals and presented at various meetings. Dr. Cruz's specializes in solid tumor and hematologic disorders with a special interest in breast, colon cancer and lymphoma. Dr. Cruz's goal is to deliver the best care available for her patients by providing personalized treatment planning in conjunction with cutting-edge therapy.Dr. Cruz's personal goal is to deliver the best care available for her patients with the understanding that personalized treatment planning in conjunction with utilizing cutting-edge therapy is the best means to achieve this goal. Dr. Cruz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Chronic Familial Neutropenia.

Dr. Cherington joined Ironwood Cancer &  Research Centers in July 2016 after completing his fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology at the Mayo clinic.  An Arizona native, he earned undergraduate degrees in Biology and Spanish at Arizona State University prior to attending the University of Arizona for his medical doctorate.  Dr. Cherington has presented research at ASCO and ASH and authored several research articles. However, what he values most is receiving the Gold Humanism Award, which recognizes him as possessing the personal characteristics that colleagues themselves would look for in a physician for themselves or their family members. Early in his youth, Dr. Cherington developed a passion to fight cancer when a childhood friend was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor.  His friend's cancer was aggressive, and her life was ultimately lost, but her tumor cells were donated to research new therapies. Years later, Dr. Cherington spent time at Barrow Neurological Institute investigating cell lines that most likely included his friend's saved cells. The fire that was ignited as a child was further fueled when Dr. Cherington's step-sister lost her life to cancer as a young adult. Today, in each new patient, Dr. Cherington sees a friend or family member who deserves the utmost compassion and expertise that modern medicine has to offer.Outside of work, Dr. Cherington enjoys hiking, exploring Arizona, sports, and spending time with his three children, his dog, and his beautiful wife.  Together, they are passionate about continually moving toward adopting lifestyle factors to prevent or slow cancer.  Dr. Cherington promotes using healthful lifestyle changes in conjunction with the best cancer treatment modern medicine has to offer to continually work towards a cure. Dr. Cherington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. His top areas of expertise are Oligodendroglioma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Gliosarcoma.

Dr. Neel Dharia joined Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers in January 2012. Dr. Dharia received his medical degree from Mumbai University, Mahatma Gandhi Missions Medical College in 1999. His residency was completed in Internal Medicine at McLaren Regional Medical Center and Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in Flint, Michigan. Dr. Dharia was a hospitalist at several Phoenix Valley hospitals between 2003-2007 and completed a fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at St. Elizabeth's Medical Center (affiliated with Tufts University School of Medicine) in Boston, Massachusetts from 2007-2010. He came back to Arizona in 2010 and is board-certified in medical oncology. Dr. Dharia's areas of interest include GI malignancies, melanoma, breast and lung cancers.You can find that team at Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers. With community-based centers strategically located throughout the Metro Phoenix area, Ironwood offers advanced therapies and a multi-disciplinary approach usually associated with large academic centers – but with a personalized touch recognizing the individual needs of the patient.Studies have shown the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach in effectively treating cancer. We spare you time and worry simply by having all the doctors, therapists, and resources you need in one convenient location, eliminating the delays and miscommunication. These collaborative efforts ensure the highest standards of care. Because Ironwood is actively involved in cutting-edge research, you can also benefit from promising new treatments through participation in clinical trials.  At Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers we evaluate you and develop a personalized treatment plan specifically for you to insure the best possible outcome. Dr. Dharia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome.

Dr. Michael Musci joined Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers in June 2007 as a Medical Oncologist. He comes to us from Kaiser Permanente Oncology Department in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Musci received his medical degree and PhD at the University of Iowa. After Internal Medicine Residency, Dr. Musci received fellowship training in Hematology Oncology at UCSD Medical Center in San Diego, California. Dr. Musci is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology. Dr. Musci is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, and Lung Cancer.

I enjoy spending time with family, fine arts, philosophy, community service, meditation and reading. Dr. Narayan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. Her top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Familial Pancreatic Cancer.

Dr. Halbur joined Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers in 2005, following his residency in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at the University of California at Irvine. He earned his medical degree at Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine. Dr. Halbur has been active in cancer research and has presented his results at the American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting. He has also been involved in clinical trial development. Dr. Halbur lives in the East Valley and enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters. His hobbies include playing basketball, tennis, and golf and cheering on the Suns. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology.Supportive Cancer Care You Can Trust You can find that team at Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers. With community-based centers strategically located throughout the Metro Phoenix area, Ironwood offers advanced therapies and a multi-disciplinary approach usually associated with large academic centers – but with a personalized touch recognizing the individual needs of the patient.Studies have shown the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach in effectively treating cancer. We spare you time and worry simply by having all the doctors, therapists, and resources you need in one convenient location, eliminating the delays and miscommunication. These collaborative efforts ensure the highest standards of care. Because Ironwood is actively involved in cutting-edge research, you can also benefit from promising new treatments through participation in clinical trials. We evaluate you and develop a personalized treatment plan specifically for you to insure the best possible outcome. Dr. Halbur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Clear Cell Sarcoma, and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.

Azam Farooqui is an Internal Medicine provider in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Farooqui is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). Dr. Farooqui is currently accepting new patients.

Manisha Chandar is an Oncologist in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Chandar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. Her top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Chandar is currently accepting new patients.

Pranshu Bansal is a Hematologist in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Bansal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Lung Cancer, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis. Dr. Bansal is currently accepting new patients.

Rajesh Soni is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fountain Hills, Arizona. Dr. Soni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypothyroidism, Insomnia, and Obesity in Children.

Kalyan Mantripragada is a Hematologist in Gilbert, Arizona. Dr. Mantripragada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Hemochromatosis, Agranulocytosis, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Mantripragada is currently accepting new patients.

John Monroe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Goodyear, Arizona. Dr. Monroe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Monroe is currently accepting new patients.

Onyemaechi Okolo is an Internal Medicine provider in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Okolo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. Her top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Agranulocytosis, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, and Iron Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Okolo is currently accepting new patients.

Amikar Sehdev is an Oncologist in Sun City, Arizona. Dr. Sehdev is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Melanoma. Dr. Sehdev is currently accepting new patients.

Megan Jhaver is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Jhaver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. Her top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Jhaver is currently accepting new patients.

Joan Dahmer is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Glendale, Arizona. Dr. Dahmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

Louis Novoa is a Hematologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Novoa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. His top areas of expertise are Gray Platelet Syndrome, Glanzmann Thrombasthenia, Bernard-Soulier Syndrome, and Platelet Storage Pool Deficiency.

Merle Turner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Turner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. His top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

Victor Chiu is an Oncologist in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Chiu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Pulmonary Embolism, and Severe Congenital Neutropenia. Dr. Chiu is currently accepting new patients.