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Dr. Karen Ortiz-Cruz, MD

Hematology & Oncology*
4.6 (28)
Map Pin Small Chandler, AZ
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Karen Ortiz-Cruz, MD

Dr. Karen Ortiz-Cruz, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Specialist in Chandler, AZ. They specialize in Hematology & Oncology, has 16 years of experience, and is board certified in Hematology. They graduated from Ross University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Chandler Regional Medical Center, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center and Banner Desert Medical Center. Dr. Ortiz-Cruz, completed a residency at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Ortiz-Cruz an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Ortiz-Cruz works at Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers Chandler in Chandler, AZ with other offices in Mesa, AZ. They frequently treat conditions like Hemochromatosis, Macroglobulinemia (incl. Waldenstrom's ) and Breast Lump along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Ortiz-Cruz's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Ironwood Cancer and Research Centers 1
    695 S DOBSON RD, Chandler, AZ 85224 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (480) 821-2838
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2
    Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers Chandler
    685 S Dobson Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (480) 821-2838
  3. 3
    Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers
    1432 S Dobson Rd Ste 106, Mesa, AZ 85202 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (480) 969-3637
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Chandler Regional Medical Center
  • Mercy Gilbert Medical Center
  • Banner Desert Medical Center

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Hemochromatosis
Macroglobulinemia (incl. Waldenstrom's )
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Hemochromatosis
Macroglobulinemia (incl. Waldenstrom's )
Breast Lump
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anemia
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ENT Cancer
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Eye Cancer
Follicular Lymphoma Grade 1
Follicular Lymphoma Grade 2
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Gynecologic Cancer
Hemophilia
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Hypothalamus Cancer
Immune Thrombocytopenia
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Kidney Cancer
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Lymphocytic-Rich Hodgkins Lymphoma
Lymphoma
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Lymphoma, Large-Cell
Lymphosarcoma
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Marginal Zone Lymphoma
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Myeloma
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
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Oral Cancer
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Penile Carcinoma
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Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Purpura
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Refractory Anemia with Sideroblasts
Refractory Anemia without Sideroblasts
Reticulosarcoma
Salivary Gland Cancer
Sickle Cell Hemoglobin SS Disease
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
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Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
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Tonsil Cancer
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von Willebrand Disease
Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening
Biopsy of Breast
Bone Marrow Evaluation
Cancer Screening
Cancer Treatment
Chemotherapy
Erythropoietin Test
Leukemia Diagnostic Evaluations
Lymphoma Evaluation
Oral Cancer Screening
Skin Screenings
Thoracentesis
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    Specialties*
    • Hematology & Oncology

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    Years of Experience
    • 16 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1912168535
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Medical University of South Carolina
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Ross University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Hematology and Medical Oncology
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    Dr. Ortiz-Cruz has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Ortiz-Cruz has seen patients for Hemochromatosis, Macroglobulinemia (incl. Waldenstrom's ) and Breast Lump, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Ortiz-Cruz on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    28 patients have reviewed Dr. Ortiz-Cruz. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Ortiz-Cruz.

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