Overview
Ralitza Parina is a General Surgeon in Duarte, California. Her top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma, Liver Failure, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 20 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Accepted insurance plans:
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- EPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1500 Duarte Rd, Duarte, CA 91010
197 E Caroline St, San Bernardino, CA 92408
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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Laleh Melstrom, M.D., M.S.
A talented surgeon and award-winning instructor and researcher, Laleh G. Melstrom, M.D., M.S., joined City of Hope, attracted by the opportunity to help develop breakthrough cures and treatments. Educated at Johns Hopkins University, Dr. Melstrom received her medical degree at Cornell Medical College in New York City, continuing her training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago and New York's Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. She held professorships at both Cornell and Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, before arriving in California. Dr Melstrom is certified in robotic surgery and specializes in the treatment of cancers of the liver, pancreas, melanoma and sarcoma. She has published over 120 scholarly articles and is a sought-after speaker at national and international conferences. Expertise: Liver Cancer, Pancreas Cancer, Metastatic Colon or Rectal Cancer to Liver, Hepatic Artery Infusion Pump, Cholangiocarcinoma, Neuroendocrine Tumors, Gallbladder Cancer, Melanoma, Sarcomas, Robotic SurgeryResearch Areas: Metastatic CRC, Melanoma, Bile Duct Cancer, Liver Cancer. Dr. Melstrom is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ralitza Parina
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ralitza Parina?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ralitza Parina by calling their office at 626-775-3514. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ralitza Parina a top-rated expert for Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ralitza Parina is classified as an Experienced expert for Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, 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. Ralitza Parina specialize in?
While Dr. Ralitza Parina is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma, and Liver Failure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Ralitza Parina participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ralitza Parina has published 20 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. You can view a list of Dr. Ralitza Parina's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ralitza Parina accept my insurance?
Dr. Ralitza Parina accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 626-775-3514 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Experienced
- Colorectal CancerDr. Parina isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Desmoplastic Small Round Cell TumorDr. Parina isExperienced. Learn about Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Parina isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Parina isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Parina isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Parina isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.