Dr. Ortiz Cruz joined Ironwood Cancer & Research Center in September 2014, after completing her hematology and medical oncology fellowship at the University of South Carolina in Charleston. She completed two years of research at the National Cancer Institute | National Institutes of Health in Bethesda Maryland where she was involved with clinical research in radiation oncology in addition to work with medical oncology. Dr. Ortiz Cruz also completed an internal medicineresidency training program at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix. She has published several articles in scientific journals and presented at various meetings. Dr. Cruz's specializes in solid tumor and hematologic disorders with a special interest in breast, colon cancer and lymphoma. Dr. Cruz's goal is to deliver the best care available for her patients by providing personalized treatment planning in conjunction with cutting-edge therapy.Dr. Cruz's personal goal is to deliver the best care available for her patients with the understanding that personalized treatment planning in conjunction with utilizing cutting-edge therapy is the best means to achieve this goal. Dr. Cruz is highly rated in 46 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Chronic Familial Neutropenia.

I enjoy golf, tennis and spending time with family. Dr. Paul is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Gastric Lymphoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Dr. Roberts has been treating patients in Arizona for over 20 years and is board certified in medical oncology and hematology. Dr. Roberts is a member of the American College of Physicians, American Society of Internal Medicine, and American Society of Clinical Oncologists. He provides advanced high-quality compassionate cancer care in a community setting.  Dr. Roberts has a special interest in treating patients with lung, breast, colon, prostate, and hematologic malignancies. He is a member of the American College of Physicians, American Society of Internal Medicine, and American Society of Clinical Oncologists. Dr. Roberts has been recognized as a top doctor in PHOENIX magazine and a super doctor in Phoenix, and has been recognized by the Leukemia Lymphoma Society (LLS) and the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). He received a teaching excellence award from St. Joseph's hospital and has received numerous other nationally recognized physician awards. Dr. Roberts has extensive experience in research, serving as the principal investigator in more than 100 studies. He was a founding member of the Arizona Institute of Breast Health as well as the Center for Thoracic Disease.To help people achieve health for life. Dr. Roberts is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Follicular Lymphoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

Tania Cortas is a Hematologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Cortas is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Cortas is currently accepting new patients.

I enjoy ice hockey, boating, and hiking. When not working, I enjoy spending time with my sons and family. Dr. Erickson is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Daniel Ahn is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Ahn is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, and Neuroendocrine Tumor. Dr. Ahn is currently accepting new patients.

Robert Yoo is an Oncologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Yoo is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Metastatic Brain Tumor, Oligodendroglioma, Astrocytoma, and Glioma. Dr. Yoo is currently accepting new patients.

Andrew Buresh is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Buresh is highly rated in 54 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Essential Thrombocythemia, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Buresh is currently accepting new patients.

Mahesh Seetharam is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Seetharam is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Melanoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Seetharam is currently accepting new patients.

Abraham Kanate is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Kanate is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Multiple Myeloma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Kanate is currently accepting new patients.

John Camoriano is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Camoriano is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Myelofibrosis, Polycythemia Vera, Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN), Essential Thrombocythemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Camoriano is currently accepting new patients.

Januario Castro is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Transplant Surgeon in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Castro is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Dr. Halbur joined Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers in 2005, following his residency in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at the University of California at Irvine. He earned his medical degree at Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine. Dr. Halbur has been active in cancer research and has presented his results at the American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting. He has also been involved in clinical trial development. Dr. Halbur lives in the East Valley and enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters. His hobbies include playing basketball, tennis, and golf and cheering on the Suns. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology.Supportive Cancer Care You Can Trust You can find that team at Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers. With community-based centers strategically located throughout the Metro Phoenix area, Ironwood offers advanced therapies and a multi-disciplinary approach usually associated with large academic centers – but with a personalized touch recognizing the individual needs of the patient.Studies have shown the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach in effectively treating cancer. We spare you time and worry simply by having all the doctors, therapists, and resources you need in one convenient location, eliminating the delays and miscommunication. These collaborative efforts ensure the highest standards of care. Because Ironwood is actively involved in cutting-edge research, you can also benefit from promising new treatments through participation in clinical trials. We evaluate you and develop a personalized treatment plan specifically for you to insure the best possible outcome. Dr. Halbur is highly rated in 74 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Clear Cell Sarcoma, and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.

Donald Northfelt is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Northfelt is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Northfelt is currently accepting new patients.

Tanios Bekaii-Saab is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Bekaii-Saab is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Bekaii-Saab is currently accepting new patients.

Mitesh Borad is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Borad is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatic Cancer, Liver Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, and Tissue Biopsy.

Nandita Khera is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Khera is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Mohamad Sonbol is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Sonbol is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET), Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Sonbol is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Michael Musci joined Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers in June 2007 as a Medical Oncologist. He comes to us from Kaiser Permanente Oncology Department in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Musci received his medical degree and PhD at the University of Iowa. After Internal Medicine Residency, Dr. Musci received fellowship training in Hematology Oncology at UCSD Medical Center in San Diego, California. Dr. Musci is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology. Dr. Musci is highly rated in 66 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, and Lung Cancer.

Yousef Zakharia is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Zakharia is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Urothelial Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Orchiectomy, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Zakharia is currently accepting new patients.

Christopher Appleton is a Hematologist in Scottsdale,, Arizona. Dr. Appleton is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Constrictive Pericarditis, Sengers Syndrome, Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Peter Bergsagel is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Bergsagel is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Bergsagel is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Mikhael is a Hematologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Mikhael is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Primary Amyloidosis, Plasmacytoma, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Mikhael is currently accepting new patients.

Joining Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers in 2004, Dr. Shtivelband received his medical degree and PhD in Experimental Hematology in Russia. After Internal Medicine Residency, Dr. Shtivelband received fellowship training in Hematology and Medical Oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, where he stayed for an additional year to participate in experimental research. Treating patients with all kinds of malignancies and benign hematological problems, Dr. Shtivelband has particular interest in developing research programs to bring the newest advances in the field of Oncology and Hematology to our community. Dr. Shtivelband also heads the Ironwood Cancer & Research Center's research program. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology. Dr. Shtivelband is highly rated in 51 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hemochromatosis, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Plasmacytoma, and Lung Cancer.

Dr. Cherington joined Ironwood Cancer &  Research Centers in July 2016 after completing his fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology at the Mayo clinic.  An Arizona native, he earned undergraduate degrees in Biology and Spanish at Arizona State University prior to attending the University of Arizona for his medical doctorate.  Dr. Cherington has presented research at ASCO and ASH and authored several research articles. However, what he values most is receiving the Gold Humanism Award, which recognizes him as possessing the personal characteristics that colleagues themselves would look for in a physician for themselves or their family members. Early in his youth, Dr. Cherington developed a passion to fight cancer when a childhood friend was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor.  His friend's cancer was aggressive, and her life was ultimately lost, but her tumor cells were donated to research new therapies. Years later, Dr. Cherington spent time at Barrow Neurological Institute investigating cell lines that most likely included his friend's saved cells. The fire that was ignited as a child was further fueled when Dr. Cherington's step-sister lost her life to cancer as a young adult. Today, in each new patient, Dr. Cherington sees a friend or family member who deserves the utmost compassion and expertise that modern medicine has to offer.Outside of work, Dr. Cherington enjoys hiking, exploring Arizona, sports, and spending time with his three children, his dog, and his beautiful wife.  Together, they are passionate about continually moving toward adopting lifestyle factors to prevent or slow cancer.  Dr. Cherington promotes using healthful lifestyle changes in conjunction with the best cancer treatment modern medicine has to offer to continually work towards a cure. Dr. Cherington is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Oligodendroglioma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Gliosarcoma.