
Overview
Dr. Emad Elquza is a board-certified UCI Health medical oncologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancers of the colon, liver and pancreas. He serves as medical director and physician-in-chief of the UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center.He earned his medical degree from Flinders University of South Australia School of Medicine in Adelaide. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Tucson, where he also completed a fellowship in hematology and oncology. Prior to joining the UCI School of Medicine, Elquza was executive medical director at Banner Health as well as medical director at the Arizona Cancer Center, both in Tucson.Elquza's research interests include the study of stem cell mobilization in patients treated with bone marrow transplantation.He sees patients at theChao Family Comprehensive Cancer Centerin Orange.
Dr. Elquza is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome.
Dr. Elquza is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles and participating in 6 clinical trials.
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Locations
101 The City Drive South, Building 23, Orange, CA 92868
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Dr. Elquza 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
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center
"Dr. Lauren C. Pinter-Brown is a board-certified, fellowship-trained UCI hematologist-oncologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with lymphomas.A nationally recognized expert, Pinter-Brown has a longstanding interest in malignant lymphoma, with a particular focus on T-cell and skin lymphomas. Her clinical interests also include antiphospholipid, B-cell lymphoma, Hodgkin's lymphoma, mycosis fungoides, non-Hodgkins lymphoma, stem-cell transplant and Waldenstrom's disease.She her medical degree at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA Medical School, followed by an internship and residency in internal medicine at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. She completed a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the Keck School of Medicine at USC.A prolific clinical investigator, Pinter-Brown has made important contributions to several clinical trials that led to approval of new drugs for the treatment of T-cell lymphoma. Her research focus is on optimizing treatment options for patients with lymphoma, especially cutaneous and T-cell lymphomas. Her primary goal is to care for patients through diagnosis, treatment and beyond and to ensure that they are able ""to live their best life.""". Dr. Pinter-Brown is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses T-Cell Lymphoma, Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Pinter-Brown is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine.
UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center
Dr. Warren A. Chow is a board-certified UCI Health oncologist who specializes in melanoma and sarcomas. He serves as associate director for clinical services at the UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center.He received his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago, Ill. He completed an internship and residency in internal medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Next he received fellowship training in medical oncology, hematology and bone marrow transplantation at the City of Hope in Duarte, Calif., where he served nearly 30 years as a clinician and researcher conducting bench-to-bedside studies in both bone and soft-tissue sarcomas.The recipient of numerous research grants from the National Cancer Institute, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Melanoma Research Foundation and many others, Chow has been the principal investigator on more than three dozen clinical trials. He is the author of more than 80 publications and four book chapters, and he serves on the editorial boards of the journalsPLOS ONE,F1000 ResearchandScientific Reports (Nature). Dr. Chow is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Synovial Sarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, and Chondrosarcoma. Dr. Chow is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine.
UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center
Dr. Stefan O. Ciurea is a UCI Health hematologist and director of the Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Program at the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center.Ciurea earned his medical degree at Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmaceuticals in Iasi, Romania. He completed an internal medicine residency at UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg in Harrisburg, Pa. He then completed a fellowship in hematology-oncology at University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in stem cell transplantation and cellular therapy at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.Before joining the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center to lead its program in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and cellular therapy, Ciurea served for more than a decade on the faculty of the MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Department of Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy.Ciurea is the author of more than 150 peer-reviewed publications and more than 10 book chapters. He also has served as principal investigator on multiple clinical trials, including investigator-initiated trials. He has been invited to speak at more than 50 meetings and conferences around the world, including as keynote speaker. Dr. Ciurea is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Leukemia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Ciurea is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Emad A. Elquza
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Emad A. Elquza?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Emad A. Elquza by calling their office at 714-456-8000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Emad A. Elquza a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Emad A. Elquza is classified as an Distinguished expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer, 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. Emad A. Elquza specialize in?
While Dr. Emad A. Elquza is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Pancreatic Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Emad A. Elquza participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Emad A. Elquza has published 26 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Emad A. Elquza's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Emad A. Elquza accept my insurance?
Dr. Emad A. Elquza accepts most major insurance plans, including Alignment Health Plan and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-456-8000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Colorectal CancerDr. Elquza isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Elquza isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Elquza isDistinguished. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Elquza isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Advanced
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Elquza isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Febrile NeutropeniaDr. Elquza isAdvanced. Learn about Febrile Neutropenia.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Elquza isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Elquza isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Stomach CancerDr. Elquza isAdvanced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Experienced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Anal CancerDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Appendix CancerDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Appendix Cancer.
- Chromophobe Renal Cell CarcinomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma.
- Chronic Familial NeutropeniaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Familial Neutropenia.
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)Dr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML).
- Clear Cell SarcomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Clear Cell Sarcoma.
- Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL)Dr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL).
- Eccrine PorocarcinomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Eccrine Porocarcinoma.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Essential ThrombocythemiaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Essential Thrombocythemia.
- Familial Wilms Tumor 2Dr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Familial Wilms Tumor 2.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- GliomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- GlucagonomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- Large-Cell Immunoblastic LymphomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- MesenchymomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Metastatic InsulinomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Insulinoma.
- Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS)
- Nasopharyngeal CarcinomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Pancreatic Islet Cell TumorDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor.
- PancreatoblastomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatoblastoma.
- Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Pseudomyxoma PeritoneiDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
- Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)Dr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC).
- Schnitzler SyndromeDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Schnitzler Syndrome.
- Severe Congenital NeutropeniaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Severe Congenital Neutropenia.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic SarcomaDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma.
- Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)Dr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Venous Thromboembolism (VTE).
- Wilms TumorDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about Wilms Tumor.
- WT1-Related Wilms Tumor SyndromesDr. Elquza isExperienced. Learn about WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.


