
Overview
Dr. Mihaela C. Cristea is a UCI Health hematologist oncologist who specializes in the treatment of gynecologic cancers.She earned her medical degree from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Iasi, Romania. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, N.J. She then completed a fellowship in medical oncology at the University of Florida - Health Science Center, Jacksonville.Her research focuses on evaluating novel therapies to improve patient outcomes in gynecologic malignancies. She has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed publications in prominent medical journals.Cristea, who also speaks Romanian, brings extensive experience to UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Dr. Cristea is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ovarian Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Lung Cancer, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, and Endoscopy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 77 peer reviewed articles and participating in 19 clinical trials.
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Clinical Research
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15 Clinical Trials
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 is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses T-Cell Lymphoma, Mycosis Fungoides, Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Pinter 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. Misako Nagasaka is a board-certified UCI Health oncologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of lung and thyroid cancers. Her clinical interests also early-phase clinical trials, medical ethics and survivorship care for patients.She received her medical degree as well as a PhD from St. Marianna University School of Medicine in Kawasaki, Japan. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Hospital in New York City, followed by a fellowship in hematology and oncology at Wayne State University School of Medicine's Karmanos Cancer Institute in Detroit, Mich.Her research interests include molecular targeted therapy for lung cancer, immunotherapy and ways to improve patient outcomes. Prior to joining UCI Health, she served as an assistant professor and researcher at Wayne State and the Karmanos institute, she was the principal site investigator on more than 20 lung cancer studies.Nagasaka, who is fluent in Japanese, sees patients at the UCI HealthChao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center in Orange. Dr. Nagasaka is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Nagasaka 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mihaela C. Cristea
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mihaela C. Cristea?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mihaela C. Cristea 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. Mihaela C. Cristea a top-rated expert for Ovarian Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mihaela C. Cristea is classified as an Elite expert for Ovarian 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. Mihaela C. Cristea specialize in?
While Dr. Mihaela C. Cristea is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Ovarian Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, and Lung Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Mihaela C. Cristea participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mihaela C. Cristea has published 77 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ovarian Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Mihaela C. Cristea's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mihaela C. Cristea accept my insurance?
Dr. Mihaela C. Cristea accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Shield of California. 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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- Elite
- Ovarian CancerDr. Cristea isElite. Learn about Ovarian Cancer.
- Distinguished
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Cristea isDistinguished. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Cervical CancerDr. Cristea isDistinguished. Learn about Cervical Cancer.
- Desmoplastic Small Round Cell TumorDr. Cristea isDistinguished. Learn about Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor.
- Endometrial CancerDr. Cristea isDistinguished. Learn about Endometrial Cancer.
- Lung CancerDr. Cristea isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Malignant Mixed Mullerian TumorDr. Cristea isDistinguished. Learn about Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor.
- Advanced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- AngiosarcomaDr. Cristea isAdvanced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Bone TumorDr. Cristea isAdvanced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Cristea isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Endometrial Stromal SarcomaDr. Cristea isAdvanced. Learn about Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Cristea isAdvanced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Experienced
- AgranulocytosisDr. Cristea isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- Appendix CancerDr. Cristea isExperienced. Learn about Appendix Cancer.
- Breast CancerDr. Cristea isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Cristea isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Congenital Aplastic AnemiaDr. Cristea isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Aplastic Anemia.
- EndoscopyDr. Cristea isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.


