
Overview
Dr. Jose Najera is a board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist with Orlando Health Cancer Institute. He diagnoses and treats cancer patients and specializes in immunotherapy treatments and chemotherapy infusion services for: Breast cancer Lung cancer Gastrointestinal cancer Urologic cancer (prostate, bladder and kidney) Gynecologic cancer Head and neck cancer Skin cancer (including melanoma) Blood cancer (leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma) Noncancerous blood disorders Research and clinical trials Dr. Najera enjoys getting to know his patients and their families and treats them as if he were in their position. Dr. Najera’s Training Dr. Najera received his medical training from the Universidad de Monterrey in Monterrey, Mexico, and graduated cum laude. He completed an internal medicine residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio and a medical oncology/hematology fellowship at Orlando Health, where he served as chief fellow in his final year. About Dr. Najera Dr. Najera is board certified in internal medicine, hematology and medical oncology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. His professional memberships include the American Society of Clinical Oncology and American Society of Hematology. Dr. Najera’s research has been published in numerous peer-reviewed medical journals, including the New England Journal of Medicine, and he has served as associate editor of the European Journal of Medical Research. Dr. Najera joins Orlando Health after more than a decade in Oklahoma, where he was a general oncologist/hematologist and head of research for a cancer clinic. He also served as president of the Oklahoma Society of Clinical Oncology, a hospital’s chair of medicine and as an adjunct clinical assistant professor. Outside of work, Dr. Najera enjoys spending time with family, soccer, golf and comic books. He is fluent in English and Spanish.
Dr. Najera is highly rated in 57 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome.
Dr. Najera 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. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles and participating in 7 clinical trials. Dr. Najera is currently accepting new patients.
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9900 W. Colonial Dr., Ocoee, FL 34761
Clinical Research
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Orlando Health Cancer Institute - Downtown Orlando
Jennifer Tseng, MD, hematologist/medical oncologist, is the Thoracic/Head and Neck Specialty Section leader for Medical Oncology and the associate director of Clinical Research for Medical Oncology at Orlando Health Cancer Institute.Dr. Tseng received her medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine. She completed her residency and served as assistant chief resident in internal medicine at Duke University Medical Center. She completed a fellowship in medical oncology and hematology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. She is board-certified in internal medicine and medical oncology and board-eligible in hematology. Dr. Tseng has received several honors and awards, including the C.D. Howe Award for clinical excellence in medical oncology and a Clinical Research Award from MD Anderson, the American Medical Women's Award, Hewlett Packard Award, the Alpha Omega Alpha Research Symposium Award from Duke University and a Beneficial-Hodgson scholarship from The Johns Hopkins University. She was also awarded Attending of the Year from the Internal Medicine Residency Program from Orlando Regional Medical Center and received the Exemplary Physician Colleague Award from Orlando Health in 2009.In addition to her clinical studies, Dr. Tseng has published research on various topics including molecular alterations in lung cancer and novel agents in the treatment of head and neck cancer. She has recently presented at the Annual Thoracic Oncology Symposium of the Puerto Rican Society of Hematology Oncology and spoke on neoadjuvant and adjuvant treatment strategies in lung cancer. Dr. Tseng is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Tseng is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med. - Medical Oncology. Dr. Tseng is currently accepting new patients.
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Sonalee Shroff is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Shroff is highly rated in 30 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 - Hematology and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shroff is currently accepting new patients.
Orlando Health Cancer Institute - Downtown Orlando
Omar Kayaleh, MD, serves as the medical oncology team leader for the Gastrointestinal Cancers Specialty Section and as a member of the Breast Cancer, Genitourinary Cancers, Hematology, Lymphoma/Myeloma and Thoracic/Head and Neck Cancers Specialty Sections at Orlando Health Cancer Institute. He also served as chairman of the Department of Internal Medicine as well as chief of the Hematology/ Oncology Specialty Section at Orlando Health Cancer Institute.Dr. Kayaleh received his medical degree from the University of Florida, completed a residency in internal medicine at Franklin Square Hospital in Baltimore and fulfilled a fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina.Dr. Kayaleh is board-certified in internal medicine and in the specialties of medical oncology and hematology. He has held many offices and memberships on numerous medical staff committees, including Pharmacy and Therapeutics.He is a member of the Orange County Medical Society, Florida Medical Association, American Medical Association, American Society of Hematology, and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Kayaleh is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome. Dr. Kayaleh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology and American Board Of Internal Med. - Medical Oncology. Dr. Kayaleh is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jose E. Najera
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jose E. Najera?
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Is Dr. Jose E. Najera a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jose E. Najera 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. Jose E. Najera specialize in?
While Dr. Jose E. Najera is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Jose E. Najera participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jose E. Najera has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Jose E. Najera's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jose E. Najera accept my insurance?
Dr. Jose E. Najera accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-841-1869 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- Breast CancerDr. Najera isDistinguished. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Najera isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Najera isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Lung CancerDr. Najera isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Najera isDistinguished. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Najera isDistinguished. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Najera isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
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- Adult Immune ThrombocytopeniaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Anal CancerDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- AnemiaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Autoimmune Hemolytic AnemiaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia.
- Bone TumorDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Chromophobe Renal Cell CarcinomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma.
- Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)Dr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL).
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)
- Clear Cell SarcomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Clear Cell Sarcoma.
- Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL)
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- Familial Wilms Tumor 2Dr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Wilms Tumor 2.
- FibrosarcomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosarcoma.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
- Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL)Dr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL).
- Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Large-Cell Immunoblastic LymphomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- LiposarcomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Mediastinal TumorDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Mediastinal Tumor.
- MesenchymomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Multiple MyelomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Multiple Myeloma.
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)Dr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).
- Myxoid LiposarcomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Myxoid Liposarcoma.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
- Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)Dr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC).
- ReticuloendotheliosisDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Reticuloendotheliosis.
- Rhabdomyosarcoma EmbryonalDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.
- Richter SyndromeDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Richter Syndrome.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
- Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL)Dr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC)
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Stomach CancerDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- ThrombocytopeniaDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Thrombocytopenia.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma
- Wilms TumorDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about Wilms Tumor.
- WT1-Related Wilms Tumor SyndromesDr. Najera isAdvanced. Learn about WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.
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- Acute Eosinophilic PneumoniaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Acute Eosinophilic Pneumonia.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Angioimmunoblastic T-cell LymphomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Angioimmunoblastic T-cell Lymphoma.
- Angiosarcoma of the ScalpDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma of the Scalp.
- Aplastic AnemiaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Aplastic Anemia.
- Appendix CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Appendix Cancer.
- AstrocytomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- B-Cell LymphomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about B-Cell Lymphoma.
- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
- Bladder CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Cancer.
- Brain TumorDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Breast Cancer in MenDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer in Men.
- Cervical CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Cancer.
- Childhood Acute Myeloid LeukemiaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Chronic Familial NeutropeniaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Familial Neutropenia.
- Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML)Dr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML).
- Classical Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- Ear CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Ear Cancer.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- Endometrial CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Endometrial Cancer.
- EpendymomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Essential ThrombocythemiaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Essential Thrombocythemia.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- Febrile NeutropeniaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Febrile Neutropenia.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Gastric LymphomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Lymphoma.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- GlioblastomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- Glomus Jugulare TumorDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Glomus Jugulare Tumor.
- GlucagonomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
- HemosiderosisDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Hemosiderosis.
- Hereditary Paraganglioma-Pheochromocytoma Syndrome
- Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Hypereosinophilic SyndromeDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Hypereosinophilic Syndrome.
- Idiopathic Pulmonary HemosiderosisDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Pulmonary Hemosiderosis.
- LeukocytosisDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Leukocytosis.
- Lung NodulesDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- MalabsorptionDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Malabsorption.
- Malignant Mixed Mullerian TumorDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor.
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL)Dr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL).
- Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL)Dr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL).
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
- MelanomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Melanoma.
- Merkel Cell CarcinomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Merkel Cell Carcinoma.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS)
- Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- MyelofibrosisDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Myelofibrosis.
- Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN)Dr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN).
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- Non-Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Ovarian CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Ovarian Cancer.
- Ovarian CarcinosarcomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Ovarian Carcinosarcoma.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- PancreatoblastomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatoblastoma.
- Papillary Thyroid CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Papillary Thyroid Cancer.
- Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH)
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Peripheral T-Cell LymphomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma.
- PlasmacytomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Plasmacytoma.
- Polycythemia VeraDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Polycythemia Vera.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primary AmyloidosisDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Primary Amyloidosis.
- Primary Lymphoma of the BrainDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Primary Lymphoma of the Brain.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)Dr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).
- Prostate CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Prostate Cancer.
- Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM)
- Schnitzler SyndromeDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Schnitzler Syndrome.
- Sertoli-Leydig Cell TumorDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor.
- Severe Congenital NeutropeniaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Severe Congenital Neutropenia.
- Sideroblastic AnemiaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Sideroblastic Anemia.
- SplenomegalyDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Splenomegaly.
- Squamous Cell Skin CarcinomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.
- T-Cell LymphomaDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about T-Cell Lymphoma.
- Testicular Yolk Sac TumorDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor.
- Thyroid CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
- Urothelial CancerDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Urothelial Cancer.
- Virilizing Ovarian TumorDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Virilizing Ovarian Tumor.
- Vitamin B12 DeficiencyDr. Najera isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin B12 Deficiency.

