Overview
Dr. Claudia Zapata is a board-certified physician specializing in hematology and oncology care for infants, children and young adults. She treats patients with cancer, central nervous system tumors, hemophilia, sickle cell anemia and more at the Haley Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children.Treating Childhood Cancer and Blood DisordersAs Dr. Zapata guides children and their families through diagnosis, recovery and follow-up care, she understands childhood cancer and blood disorders are frightening. Her empathy, compassion and availability to answer questions provide reassurance during this uncertain time.In addition to caring for your child’s unique medical, psychological and developmental well-being, Dr. Zapata provides treatments that offer better outcomes, in part due to her interest in research and the availability of advanced clinical trials.Dr. Zapata’s TrainingDr. Zapata earned her medical degree from Florida State University in Tallahassee and Master of Science degree in pharmacology from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. She completed her residency in pediatrics at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami and a fellowship in pediatric hematology-oncology at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, where she focused on neuroblastoma research. Dr. Zapata completed additional training with a fellowship in clinical pharmacology at Thomas Jefferson University.About Dr. ZapataHer clinical interests are early phase clinical trials and new therapies. Dr. Zapata has received the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award-T32 grant in clinical pharmacology, Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation Young Investigator Grant, and Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation Center of Excellence Scholar award.She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics in pediatric hematology and oncology. She is a member of several professional organizations, including the Children’s Oncology Group, American Academy of Cancer Research, and American Society of Hematology.She also lectures and has published extensively in peer-reviewed medical journals. She is fluent in English and Spanish.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Rhabdomyosarcoma, Evans Syndrome, Sickle Cell Disease, and Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
Dr. Zapata is board certified in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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92 W. Miller St., 2nd Floor, Orlando, FL 32806
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Dr. Zapata has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Orlando Health Cancer Institute - Downtown Orlando
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Orlando Health Cancer Institute - Downtown Orlando
Dr. Tirrell Johnson is a board-certified medical oncologist at the Orlando Health Cancer Institute. His specialties include: Head and neck cancers Thoracic cancers Melanoma Sarcoma He is a member of the team pioneering a breakthrough protocol using tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes to address aggressive, late-stage melanoma. Dr. Johnson's Training Dr. Johnson earned a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, graduating magna cum laude, and received his medical degree from the University of Florida in Gainesville. He completed an internal medicine residency at Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center and a fellowship in hematology and oncology at Brown University Medical School's teaching hospitals in Providence, Rhode Island. About Dr. Johnson Dr. Johnson is board certified in internal medicine and medical oncology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. His professional memberships include the American College of Physicians, American Society of Clinical Oncology and American Society of Hematology. Dr. Johnson received an Orlando Health award for outstanding multidisciplinary involvement with staff. He has served as the primary investigator for clinical trials studying several forms of chemotherapy for advanced head and neck cancers and thoracic malignancies. Dr. Johnson is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma. Dr. Johnson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med. - Medical Oncology and American Board Of Internal Medicine.
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Sonalee Shroff is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Winter Park, Florida. Dr. Shroff is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Shroff is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Claudia P. Zapata
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Claudia P. Zapata?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Claudia P. Zapata by calling their office at 321-841-8588. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Claudia P. Zapata a top-rated expert for Rhabdomyosarcoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Claudia P. Zapata is classified as an Experienced expert for Rhabdomyosarcoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Claudia P. Zapata specialize in?
While Dr. Claudia P. Zapata is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Rhabdomyosarcoma, Evans Syndrome, and Sickle Cell Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Claudia P. Zapata participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Claudia P. Zapata has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Rhabdomyosarcoma. You can view a list of Dr. Claudia P. Zapata's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Claudia P. Zapata accept my insurance?
Dr. Claudia P. Zapata accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-841-8588 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)Dr. Zapata isExperienced. Learn about Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
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- Hereditary NeuroblastomaDr. Zapata isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Neuroblastoma.
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