My goal is to provide the highest quality surgical care available with an emphasis on advanced surgical procedures and technology. I believe that caring is spoken, believed and practiced. Communication is essential to our effectiveness. Dr. Runfola is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor, Stomach Cancer, Vagotomy, and Pancreatectomy.

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 Stomach Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Agranulocytosis.

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 Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Oligodendroglioma, Astrocytoma, Gliosarcoma, and Ependymoma.

Anu Batra is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Batra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Batra is currently accepting new patients.

I advocate a multidisciplinary approach to cancer care that balances clinical response with maintenance of the best possible quality of life for my patients. I place strong emphasis on actively involving patients in their treatment plans and encourage the enrollment of patients into clinical trials when available. I take pride in being the patient's Quarterback and I communicate regularly with their multiple providers while keeping the patient as informed as possible. Dr. Amini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy.

Shivanand Bomman is a Gastroenterologist and a Hospital Medicine provider in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Bomman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Stomach Cancer, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

Brian Fung is a Gastroenterologist in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Fung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy. Dr. Fung is currently accepting new patients.

Syed Akbar is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Akbar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, and Pulmonary Embolism. Dr. Akbar is currently accepting new patients.

Clayton Polowy is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Polowy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer. Dr. Polowy is currently accepting new patients.

David Tessler is a Gastroenterologist in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Tessler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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 Stomach Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Colorectal Cancer.

Beyond the clinic, I remain actively engaged in research, publications, education, and mentorship because advancing the field of gastroenterology means offering patients tomorrow’s solutions today. Every procedure, every consultation, and every interaction is an opportunity to improve lives and honor the trust that patients place in me. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Barrett Esophagus, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

I enjoy hiking, squash and hockey. Dr. Kundranda is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, exercising, playing tennis and basketball, and reading a good book. Dr. Gimbel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

I enjoy taking strolls in nature and yoga. Dr. Radhi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, and Endoscopy.

I enjoy outdoor activities, especially hiking, swimming, and biking, as well as spending quality time with family and friends. Dr. Choti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Liver Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

Prathab Devaraj is a Gastroenterologist in Gilbert, Arizona. Dr. Devaraj is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Devaraj is currently accepting new patients.

I enjoy outdoor fitness activities, such as hiking, swimming, and biking. I’ve also recently started playing tennis, and I look forward to improving my game. When at home, I enjoy reading, listening to music, and watching sports. Dr. Dogeas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Angiosarcoma of the Liver, Hemangiopericytoma, Lymphadenectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

Cooking, fitness and travel. Dr. Yeung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Lynch Syndrome.

Jogging, hiking, traveling and non-fiction reading. Dr. Dhadham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Pancreatic Adenoma, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.