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 a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Clear Cell Sarcoma.

Robert Rice is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Parker, Arizona. Dr. Rice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), Multiple Myeloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Rice is currently accepting new patients.

Alan Langerak is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Prescott Valley, Arizona. Dr. Langerak is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Lung Cancer, and Myringotomy.

Ryan Robetorye is a Hematologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Robetorye is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Acute Myelomonocytic Leukemia, Richter Syndrome, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).

Delivering compassionate care with patient empowerment. Helping patient manage their own care with education and clinical resources. Dr. Garg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

I believe that being an oncologist is a privilege that is not to be taken lightly. I strive to provide, evidence-based care that is appropriate to my patients' particular problem, recognizing and respecting individual patient's wishes. I take a multidisciplinary approach to care, including alternative therapies that have been shown to be effective. Dr. Nagaiah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Essential Thrombocythemia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), and Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia 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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, and Lung Cancer.

Dr. DeRoock joined Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers in 2009 after completing residency in Internal Medicine followed by fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at the University of California at Davis. He is a first-generation Panamanian-American fluent in both English and Spanish. He previously earned his medical degree at the University of Arizona. Dr. DeRoock is board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology. He has been active in developing clinical trials for pancreatic cancer and lymphoma, and has presented his research findings at the American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting as well as the Annual Pan-Pacific Lymphoma Conference. He specializes in all adult cancers and hematologic disorders.Supportive Cancer Care You Can TrustYou 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. Dr. Deroock is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Nodular Lymphocyte-Predominant Hodgkin Lymphoma (NLPHL), Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Iron Deficiency Anemia.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Oligodendroglioma, Astrocytoma, Gliosarcoma, and Ependymoma.

Nguyenvu Nguyen is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Phoenix,, Arizona. His top area of expertise is Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP).

Mukundkumar Patel is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

Kalyan Mantripragada is a Hematologist in Gilbert, Arizona. Dr. Mantripragada is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Hemochromatosis, Agranulocytosis, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Gallbladder Removal.

Iyad Hamarneh is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Prescott Valley, Arizona. Dr. Hamarneh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome.

Maqbool Halepota is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Halepota is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Thrombocytopenia, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Halepota is currently accepting new patients.

Amol Rakkar is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Rakkar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Pulmonary Embolism, and Essential Thrombocythemia. Dr. Rakkar is currently accepting new patients.

Andrew Buresh is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Buresh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Essential Thrombocythemia, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Buresh is currently accepting new patients.

Rajinder Grover is an Oncologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Grover is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Deep Vein Thrombosis, Pulmonary Embolism, Thrombocytopenia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Demetrio Mamani is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Mamani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Thrombocytopenia, Neural Crest Tumor, and Deep Vein Thrombosis. Dr. Mamani is currently accepting new patients.

Abhinav Chandra is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Yuma, Arizona. Dr. Chandra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, and Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Chandra is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Stanek is a Hematologist in Gilbert, Arizona. Dr. Stanek is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). His top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Gastric Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.