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Dr. Luis Chu, MD

Medical Oncology*
4.9 (106)
Map Pin Small Sarasota, FL
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Luis Chu, MD

Dr. Luis Chu, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in Sarasota, FL. They specialize in Medical Oncology, has 34 years of experience, and is board certified in Medical Oncology. They graduated from University of Florida and is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Chu an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Chu works at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) - Sarasota Downtown in Sarasota, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Macroglobulinemia (incl. Waldenstrom's ), Osteosarcoma and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna 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. Chu's Office Locations

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    Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute - SAD
    1970 Golf St, Sarasota, FL 34236 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (941) 957-1000
    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
    08:00 - 12:00
    Sunday
    Closed

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  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital

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Macroglobulinemia (incl. Waldenstrom's )
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Hypogammaglobulinemia
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Head and Neck Cancer
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Lymphocytopenia
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Male Breast Cancer
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Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Marginal Zone Lymphoma
Melanoma
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Stomach Cancer
Testicular Cancer
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Thalassemia Minor
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Tonsil Cancer
Uterine Cancer
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Biopsy of Breast
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Liver Biopsy
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    4.9
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    About Dr. Luis Chu, MD

    Specialties*
    • Medical Oncology

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    Years of Experience
    • 34 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1336130046
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Florida
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Medical Oncology
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Luis Chu, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Chu is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Chu has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Chu works at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) - Sarasota Downtown in Sarasota, FL. View the full address on Dr. Chu’s profile.

    Dr. Chu has seen patients for Macroglobulinemia (incl. Waldenstrom's ), Osteosarcoma and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Chu on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    106 patients have reviewed Dr. Chu. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Chu.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Chu, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Chu appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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