Joining Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers in 2004, Dr. Shtivelband received his medical degree and PhD in Experimental Hematology in Russia. After Internal Medicine Residency, Dr. Shtivelband received fellowship training in Hematology and Medical Oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, where he stayed for an additional year to participate in experimental research. Treating patients with all kinds of malignancies and benign hematological problems, Dr. Shtivelband has particular interest in developing research programs to bring the newest advances in the field of Oncology and Hematology to our community. Dr. Shtivelband also heads the Ironwood Cancer & Research Center's research program. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology. Dr. Shtivelband is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Hemochromatosis, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Plasmacytoma, and Lung Cancer.

I enjoy running, playing tennis and gardening. Dr. Niu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).

Dr. Tsai has been practicing in Arizona since 2007 and joined Ironwood Cancer& Research Centers in 2010. She earned her MD at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and completed an internship at MacNeal Hospital in Berwyn, Illinois. She then completed her residency at Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia, (one of only thirty-nine NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers) where she trained with the world's leading experts in prostate cancer care.  Dr. Tsai treats all types of adult cancers.  She has extensive experience in Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation brachytherapy (APBI), HDR brachytherapy, IGRT, and IMRT. She has published numerous studies and articles in the basic sciences and radiation oncology and has been invited to give presentations on APBI at national conferences including the American Brachytherapy Society and American Society of Therapeutic Radiation Oncology. Dr. Tsai is Board Certified in Radiation Oncology by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Tsai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Intraductal Papilloma.

Dr. Woo has practiced Radiation Oncology since the late 90's. He joined ICRC in 2005 after practicing in Chandler for five years and Sun City for three. Dr. Woo completed his medical training at Northwestern University School of Medicine in Chicago, IL. Following his internship at Tucson Hospital's Medicine Education Program, Dr. Woo finished his Radiation Oncology Residency Program at the University of Arizona, Tucson. During that time, he performed extensive laboratory research in prostate cancer. He is Board Certified in Radiation Oncology. As with our other doctors, Dr. Woo's priority is to maximize the benefits of cancer therapy by using the latest treatment approaches, while minimizing the side effects through the use of technology. Dr. Woo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Breast Cancer, Oligodendroglioma, and Astrocytoma.

Jed Bayasi is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Bayasi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Coccidioidomycosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Nodules, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bayasi is currently accepting new patients.

Robin Obenchain is a Hematologist in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Obenchain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Obenchain is currently accepting new patients.

Dashant Kavathia is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Kavathia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Coccidioidomycosis, Lung Metastases, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

Sankalp Choudhri is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Choudhri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Coccidioidomycosis, Pneumonia, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

Pedro Quiroga is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Quiroga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Coccidioidomycosis, Lung Metastases, Pleural Effusion, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Gastrostomy.

Salman Sheikh is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Sheikh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

Mhd-iyad Saadi is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Saadi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, and Pneumonia.

Edgar Bekteshi is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Bekteshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

Dr. Sanjeev Gopal is a board certified specialist in Medical Oncology and Hematology.With offices in Apache Junction, Mesa and Gilbert, he is committed to providing highest level of care. Our center provides comprehensive care including Chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologic therapy and iron infusions. Our goal is to provide individualized care to all Blood and Cancer patientsDo not dwell in past, do not dream of future, concentrate the mind on present moment. Dr. Gopal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).

Wishwdeep Dhillon is a Hematologist in Gilbert, Arizona. Dr. Dhillon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Thrombocytopenia, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Dhillon is currently accepting new patients.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome.

Dr. Anita Koszyk-Szewczyk joined Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers in July 2009, after completing her Hematology and Oncology training at Penn State University Hershey Medical Center. Dr.Szewczyk has earned her medical degree at Jagiellonian University Collegium Medicum in Krakow, Poland and Honours Biology at McMaster University Hamilton, Canada. She served as Chief Fellow at Penn State University and her special interests include all forms of adult cancers and hematological disorders with special interest in Breast Cancer. She is originally from Poland and Canada. She is board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Oncology. Dr. Koszyk is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

I love spending my free time with my family. We love doing puzzles, playing outdoors, biking, hiking and playing ball. Dr. Liu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

I like to read and spend time with family. Dr. Zhao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).

I enjoy spending time with friends and family. I like to spend time outdoors, hiking and traveling. I also enjoy reading and writing. Dr. Gomez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Colorectal Cancer.

Azam Farooqui is a Hematologist in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Farooqui is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Venous Thromboembolism (VTE).