25 of the Best Hematologist Oncologists Near Me in Madera, CA

Looking for the best hematologist oncologist near Madera, CA? Find a top hematologist oncologist near you in Madera, CA who is an expert in your specific condition. A hematologist oncologist is a specialist who diagnoses and treats blood cancers.

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    City Of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center-Duarte

    1500 Duarte Rd, 
    Duarte, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Forman is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Duarte, California. Dr. Forman is highly rated in 55 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Expertise in
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
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    UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center

    101 The City Drive South, Building 23, 
    Orange, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Romanian

    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 25 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ovarian Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Lung Cancer, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, and Endoscopy.

    Expertise in
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    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    33
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    Oncology | Hematology
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    1157 Swallow Lane, 
    Simi Valley, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bahareh Bahadini is an Oncologist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Simi Valley, California. Dr. Bahadini is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Bahadini is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
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    Hematology | Oncology
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    Office

    200 Medical Plz Ste 120, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah Larson is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Larson is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Expertise in
    20
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
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    Hematology | Oncology
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    City Of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center-Duarte

    1500 Duarte Rd, 
    Duarte, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lihua Budde is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Duarte, California. Dr. Budde is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Follicular Lymphoma, Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Expertise in
    26
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    26
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    Hematology | Oncology
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    UCI Health - Irvine Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center & Ambulatory Care

    19208 Jamboree Road, 
    Irvine, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Misagh Karimi is a board-certified hematologist and oncologist who specializes in the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers.Karimi earned his medical degree at George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Washington, D.C. At the UC Irvine School of medicine, he completed an internship and residency in internal medicine, followed by fellowships in hematology-oncology and clinical research. He served as an assistant professor at the medical school before joining the Knight Cancer Institute at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland. Before rejoining UCI Health and the School of Medicine, served as an oncologist with City of Hope. Dr. Karimi is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Karimi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology.

    Expertise in
    18
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    Expertise in
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    UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center

    101 The City Drive South, Building 23, 
    Orange, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mohammadbagher (Mo) Ziari is a board-certified UCI Health hematologist and medical oncologist who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and management of solid tumors as well as benign and malignant hematological conditions.He earned his medical degree at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences in Shiraz, Iran. Next, he completed a residency in internal medicine at Saint Louis University School of Medicine in Saint Louis, Mo., followed by fellowship training in hematology and oncology at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas.Ziari delivers leading-edge cancer therapies, including chemotherapy, endocrine therapy, targeted therapy, monoclonal antibodies and immunotherapy. He is the author of numerous peer-reviewed journal articles.Nickname: Mo. Dr. Ziari is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Ziari is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology.

    Expertise in
    86
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    86
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    Hematology | Oncology
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    Cancer Clinic - Dignity Health Medical Group - Grass Valley, CA

    155 Glasson Way, Suite L10, 
    Grass Valley, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My patients are my customers and the customer is always right . I strive to provide my patients with the best cancer care possible. Patients with cancer can be confused and frustrated with the many different treatment options and I do my best to empower my patients with the knowledge that allows them to make the best choices for them. Dr. Campbell is highly rated in 86 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastric Lymphoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Campbell is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology). Dr. Campbell is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    85
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
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    Hematology | Oncology
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    Diana J. White Cancer Institute

    900 Mono Way, Suite 902, 
    Sonora, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ali, as he is known to patients, is Board Certified in Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine and is fellowship-trained in Hematology and Oncology at the University of Louisville. He has published articles about genetic mutations and has presented his findings to physicians across the country. He is a respected member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Hematology and the American College of Physicians. Named “Best Resident Teacher”at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati, he continues to use those skills to educate his patients about their disease with empathy and compassion. Dr. Abdolmohammadi is highly rated in 85 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Richter Syndrome. Dr. Abdolmohammadi is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology) and Internal Medicine. Dr. Abdolmohammadi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    31
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    Referral may be required

    The Oncology Institute

    11525 Brookshire Ave Ste 202, 
    Downey, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dilruba Haque is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Downey, California. Dr. Haque is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.

    Expertise in
    30
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    Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    30
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    Hematology Oncology
    Referral may be required
    15031 Rinaldi Street, Suite 150, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah Ali is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Ali is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anal Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Ali is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    26
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    Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required
    15031 Rinaldi Street, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shamel Sanani is an Oncologist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Sanani is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Sanani is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    23
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    Hematology | Oncology
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    City Of Hope Medical Foundation

    15031 Rinaldi St, Ste 150, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Leach is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Leach is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Colorectal Cancer, and Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Leach is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology), Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology), and Internal Medicine. Dr. Leach is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    17
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    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    17
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    Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required
    18133 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 300, 
    Tarzana, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Vescio is an Oncologist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Vescio is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Bone Tumor, Cardiac Amyloidosis, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Vescio is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    116
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    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    116
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    Oncology | Hematology
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    1505 Wilson Terrace, Suite 200, 
    Glendale, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Boris Bagdasarian is an Oncologist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Glendale, California. Dr. Bagdasarian is highly rated in 116 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, and Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Bagdasarian is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    12
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    Hematology | Oncology
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    City Of Hope

    1500 Duarte Rd, 
    Duarte, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Chen is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Duarte, California. Dr. Chen is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Expertise in
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    7
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    Hematology | Oncology
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    Huntington Cancer Center, An Affiliate Of Cedars-Sinai-Radiation Oncology

    625 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 100, 
    Pasadena, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yuan Yuan is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Yuan is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma.

    Expertise in
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    Hematology | Oncology
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    Hematology | Oncology
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    City Of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center-Duarte

    1500 Duarte Rd, 
    Duarte, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicole Karras is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Duarte, California. Dr. Karras is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Aplastic Anemia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Expertise in
    48
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    Hematology Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    48
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    Hematology Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required
    3555 Round Barn Circle, Suite A, 
    Santa Rosa, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jarrod Holmes is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Santa Rosa, California. Dr. Holmes is highly rated in 48 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Breast Cancer, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Holmes is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    48
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    48
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Cancer Center - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA

    715 Tank Farm Rd, Suite C, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gorgun Akpek (Dr. G) is a board certified hematologist and medical oncologist who treats his patients with all types of cancer and blood related.Dr. Akpek received his MD degree from Hacettepe University, the top medical school in Turkey and did his internal medicine residency and hematology & medical oncology clinical fellowship trainings at Hacettepe University and Boston University Medical Centers. He became further specialized in Leukemia and Stem Cell/Bone Marrow Transplantation at Johns Hopkins University Department of Oncology in Baltimore, Maryland.He joined the faculty first at Johns Hopkins University and then University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center as a clinical investigator and attending physician.He continued his career as a founding Director of Leukemia and Stem Cell Transplantation/Cell Therapy programs at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Gilbert, Arizona and more recently he served as the Section Chief of Blood and Marrow Transplant Program (BMT) at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.Dr. Akpek is a member of American Society of Hematology (ASH), Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and Transplantation (ASBMT). He is nationally recognized for his research by more than 100 publications and clinical work in leukemia, lymphoma, MDS, multiple myeloma and stem cell transplantation.Board Certification:Oncology, Hematology, Internal MedicineMedical School:Hacettepe University School of MedicineInternal Medicine Residency:Hacettepe University School of MedicineFellowship Training:Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Boston University Medical Center and Johns Hopkins UniversityAreas of Interest:All Cancers including: Autoimmune Cancer, Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Rectal Cancer,  Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, MelanomaAdditional Education: Master of Public Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health 2005. Awards and Recognition: Chief's Hematology and Oncology Scholar Award, Boston University 1995-1997 Jo-Ann McCaleb Amyloid Research Award 1997 Henry Christian Award, American Federation of Medical Research 2002. Dr. Akpek is highly rated in 48 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Lung Cancer, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Splenectomy. Dr. Akpek is board certified in Hematology-American Board Of Hematology, Medical Oncology-American Board Of Medical Oncology, and Internal Medicine. Dr. Akpek is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    42
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    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    42
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    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required

    Los Angeles Cancer Network

    1245 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 303, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    The dedicated men and women of LA Cancer Network, formerly The Los Angeles Hematology/Oncology Medical Group, have served the greater Los Angeles area for over 30 years. With offices conveniently located in downtown Los Angeles and in Glendale, you can find care and guidance in blood disorders and cancer care from the most dedicated and professional medical staff specializing in Hematology and Medical Oncology. Dr. Ho is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Ho is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology), Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology), American Board Internal Medicine, and Internal Medicine. Dr. Ho is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    42
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    42
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Oncology Physicians Network Of California PC

    50 Alessandro Pl, 
    Pasadena, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronald Tang is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Tang is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Tang is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology), American Board Internal Medicine, and Internal Medicine. Dr. Tang is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    37
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    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    37
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    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required

    Los Angeles Hematology

    1245 Wilshire Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    The mission of The Los Angeles Cancer Network is to provide compassionate individualized treatment using the most recent proven advances in cancer care as well as education and support to our patients and their families. Dr. Seneviratne is highly rated in 37 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Agranulocytosis, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Seneviratne is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology), Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology), and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Seneviratne is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    35
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    35
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center

    101 The City Drive South, Building 23, 
    Orange, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    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.

    Expertise in
    34
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    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    34
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    Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required

    Cancer Clinic - Dignity Health Medical Group - Grass Valley, CA

    155 Glasson Way, Suite L10, 
    Grass Valley, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe in patient-center service and am dedicated to provide the most up-to-date, high quality of care to patients with cancer, their families and the community I serve. I uphold cancer patients should be empowered with adequate information and support in the decision-making process. Dr. Hung is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Hung is board certified in American Os Bd Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology) and American Os Bd Internal Medicine (Sub: Oncology). Dr. Hung is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is a hematologist oncologist?           

    A hematologist oncologist is a board-certified physician who can diagnose and manage cancers that affect blood, bone marrow, or the lymphatic system. An “oncologist” is a doctor that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. A “hematologist” treats issues related to blood, bone marrow, or the lymphatic system.   

    Why am I being referred to a hematologist oncologist?     

    Patients are usually referred to a hematologist oncologist when their primary care physician (PCP) suspects they may have cancer. However, going to a hematology oncology appointment does not automatically mean a person has cancer. In some cases, PCPs make these referrals to rule out cancer.  

    How many kinds of blood cancers exist? 

    There are three main types of blood cancers: leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. Leukemia affects blood and bone marrow, causing abnormal white blood cells. Lymphoma targets the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system. Myeloma – also called multiple myeloma – affects plasma cells in bone marrow. Every type of blood cancer comes in many different variations, each with its own symptoms and treatment needs.

    How is blood cancer diagnosed?   

    According to Yale Medicine, doctors usually start with blood tests to check for unusual cells or changes in blood counts. If something seems wrong, they might do a bone marrow biopsy, where they take a small sample of bone marrow to look for cancer cells. They might also use imaging tests like computed tomography (CT) scans or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to see if the cancer has spread. These tests help doctors figure out the type and stage of cancer, which is important for deciding the best treatment plan. 

    What are the symptoms of blood cancer? 

    Symptoms of blood cancer may vary from person to person. They also happen at different levels of intensity. Common symptoms include: 

    • Fatigue 
    • Unexplained weight loss 
    • Frequent infections 
    • Easy bruising or bleeding (e.g., nosebleeds or bleeding gums) 
    • Swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, or groin 
    • Bone pain, especially in the back or ribs 
    • Night sweats 

    When should I see a Hematologist Oncologist near Madera, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Hematologist Oncologist near Madera, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Hematologist Oncologists near Madera, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Hematologist Oncologists near Madera, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Hematologist Oncologist in Madera?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Hematologist Oncologist search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hematologist Oncologist?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Hematologist Oncologist near Madera, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Hematologist Oncologist?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Hematologist Oncologist may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Hematologist Oncologists near Madera, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Hematologist Oncologist search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Hematologist Oncologist that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hematologist Oncologist search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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