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With an extensive background in women’s health, Raffi Chalian, MD, FACOG, is a highly regarded and trusted OB/GYN. He welcomes new and existing patients to his private practice Raffi Chalian, M.D. in Glendale, California.
Dr. Chalian earned his Doctor of Medicine from the Faculty of Medicine at Imperial College in London. After relocating to New York, Dr. Chalian went through an internship at New York University Downtown Hospital. He then completed a top-rated obstetrics and gynecology residency and fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
Currently, Dr. Chalian is board-certified in gynecologic oncology and obstetrics and gynecology through the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He’s also a Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Throughout his career, Dr. Chalian has held several prestigious leadership positions in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Chalian has held faculty appointments at some of Philadelphia’s most distinguished educational facilities, including the University of Pennsylvania, Thomas Jefferson Medical School — now Sidney Kimmel Medical College — and Temple University. He also served as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Fluent in English, Armenian, and Greek, Dr. Chalian enjoys conversing with patients who would otherwise struggle with language barriers. He’s known for providing patient-centric care, where each decision is made in conjunction with the individual patient after discussions about various treatment plans. Patients of Dr. Chalian appreciate his excellent bedside manner and natural ability to be attentive during appointments. In his spare time he enjoys skiing, hiking and spending time with his family and friends. He believes that good interpersonal relationships (with friends, family and colleagues) capture the essence of good living.
With an extensive background in women’s health, Raffi Chalian, MD, FACOG, is a highly regarded and trusted OB/GYN. He welcomes new and existing patients to his private practice Raffi Chalian, M.D. in Glendale, California.
Dr. Chalian earned his Doctor of Medicine from the Faculty of Medicine at Imperial College in London. After relocating to New York, Dr. Chalian went through an internship at New York University Downtown Hospital. He then completed a top-rated obstetrics and gynecology residency and fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
Currently, Dr. Chalian is board-certified in gynecologic oncology and obstetrics and gynecology through the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He’s also a Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Throughout his career, Dr. Chalian has held several prestigious leadership positions in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Chalian has held faculty appointments at some of Philadelphia’s most distinguished educational facilities, including the University of Pennsylvania, Thomas Jefferson Medical School — now Sidney Kimmel Medical College — and Temple University. He also served as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Fluent in English, Armenian, and Greek, Dr. Chalian enjoys conversing with patients who would otherwise struggle with language barriers. He’s known for providing patient-centric care, where each decision is made in conjunction with the individual patient after discussions about various treatment plans. Patients of Dr. Chalian appreciate his excellent bedside manner and natural ability to be attentive during appointments. In his spare time he enjoys skiing, hiking and spending time with his family and friends. He believes that good interpersonal relationships (with friends, family and colleagues) capture the essence of good living.
With an extensive background in women’s health, Raffi Chalian, MD, FACOG, is a highly regarded and trusted OB/GYN. He welcomes new and existing patients to his private practice Raffi Chalian, M.D. in Glendale, California.
Dr. Chalian earned his Doctor of Medicine from the Faculty of Medicine at Imperial College in London. After relocating to New York, Dr. Chalian went through an internship at New York University Downtown Hospital. He then completed a top-rated obstetrics and gynecology residency and fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
Currently, Dr. Chalian is board-certified in gynecologic oncology and obstetrics and gynecology through the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He’s also a Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Throughout his career, Dr. Chalian has held several prestigious leadership positions in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Chalian has held faculty appointments at some of Philadelphia’s most distinguished educational facilities, including the University of Pennsylvania, Thomas Jefferson Medical School — now Sidney Kimmel Medical College — and Temple University. He also served as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Fluent in English, Armenian, and Greek, Dr. Chalian enjoys conversing with patients who would otherwise struggle with language barriers. He’s known for providing patient-centric care, where each decision is made in conjunction with the individual patient after discussions about various treatment plans. Patients of Dr. Chalian appreciate his excellent bedside manner and natural ability to be attentive during appointments. In his spare time he enjoys skiing, hiking and spending time with his family and friends. He believes that good interpersonal relationships (with friends, family and colleagues) capture the essence of good living.
With an extensive background in women’s health, Raffi Chalian, MD, FACOG, is a highly regarded and trusted OB/GYN. He welcomes new and existing patients to his private practice Raffi Chalian, M.D. in Glendale, California.
Dr. Chalian earned his Doctor of Medicine from the Faculty of Medicine at Imperial College in London. After relocating to New York, Dr. Chalian went through an internship at New York University Downtown Hospital. He then completed a top-rated obstetrics and gynecology residency and fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
Currently, Dr. Chalian is board-certified in gynecologic oncology and obstetrics and gynecology through the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He’s also a Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Throughout his career, Dr. Chalian has held several prestigious leadership positions in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Chalian has held faculty appointments at some of Philadelphia’s most distinguished educational facilities, including the University of Pennsylvania, Thomas Jefferson Medical School — now Sidney Kimmel Medical College — and Temple University. He also served as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Fluent in English, Armenian, and Greek, Dr. Chalian enjoys conversing with patients who would otherwise struggle with language barriers. He’s known for providing patient-centric care, where each decision is made in conjunction with the individual patient after discussions about various treatment plans. Patients of Dr. Chalian appreciate his excellent bedside manner and natural ability to be attentive during appointments. In his spare time he enjoys skiing, hiking and spending time with his family and friends. He believes that good interpersonal relationships (with friends, family and colleagues) capture the essence of good living.
“I came because I was visiting the Chicago area & forgot to bring my medication.
Very compassionate & understanding. After asking me questions that were probably to make sure that I knew what I was talking about & was not lying, she wrote the prescription for me, & the rest of my Chicago visit went well. Thank you so much for helping me!”
Steven Chen, MD, is a fellowship-trained oncologist surgeon who specializes in breast, endocrine, and melanoma surgery. Today, he is proud to work with the rest of the OasisMD team to help patients recover from the effects of cancer at OasisMD in Encinitas, San Diego, and Temecula, California.
Dr. Chen completed both his undergraduate and medical degree at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He later performed his general surgery residency and critical care fellowship at the University of Michigan before moving to Los Angeles and completing a surgical oncology fellowship at the John Wayne Cancer Institute in Santa Monica, California.
Dr. Chen then joined the City of Hope, serving as the associate director of the Surgical Oncology Training Program. During his tenure there, Dr. Chen worked to train the next generation of surgical oncologists and served as the director of surgical oncology research. Dr. Chen also served as an associate professor of surgery.
Throughout his career, Dr. Chen has also served as the chief of breast surgery and the chair of the Melanoma Tumor Board at the University of California, Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, California. His leadership ability led him to become a director of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and to assist in accrediting breast oncology training programs for the Society of Surgical Oncology.
Dr. Chen has also held leadership positions in the American College of Surgeons, the American Medical Association, and the Association for Academic Surgery. A highly accomplished author, he has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed medical publications, and he is often invited to deliver lectures all over the world.
At OasisMD, Dr. Chen performs a variety of breast, thyroid, parathyroid, and melanoma procedures. He offers a wide range of oncology surgeries, including lumpectomy, mastectomy, and biopsy. Dr. Chen looks forward to continuing his work with cancer patients in the California area.
“Very knowledgeable and informative. Was seen almost immediately and was well treated while there. All questions were answered thoroughly. I felt very taken care of.”
Dr. Steven Chen, MD
Surgeon
8901 Activity Road
San Diego, CA 92126
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Surgical Oncologist
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499 N El Camino Real
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Encinitas, CA 92024
Steven Chen, MD, is a fellowship-trained oncologist surgeon who specializes in breast, endocrine, and melanoma surgery. Today, he is proud to work with the rest of the OasisMD team to help patients recover from the effects of cancer at OasisMD in Encinitas, San Diego, and Temecula, California.
Dr. Chen completed both his undergraduate and medical degree at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He later performed his general surgery residency and critical care fellowship at the University of Michigan before moving to Los Angeles and completing a surgical oncology fellowship at the John Wayne Cancer Institute in Santa Monica, California.
Dr. Chen then joined the City of Hope, serving as the associate director of the Surgical Oncology Training Program. During his tenure there, Dr. Chen worked to train the next generation of surgical oncologists and served as the director of surgical oncology research. Dr. Chen also served as an associate professor of surgery.
Throughout his career, Dr. Chen has also served as the chief of breast surgery and the chair of the Melanoma Tumor Board at the University of California, Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, California. His leadership ability led him to become a director of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and to assist in accrediting breast oncology training programs for the Society of Surgical Oncology.
Dr. Chen has also held leadership positions in the American College of Surgeons, the American Medical Association, and the Association for Academic Surgery. A highly accomplished author, he has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed medical publications, and he is often invited to deliver lectures all over the world.
At OasisMD, Dr. Chen performs a variety of breast, thyroid, parathyroid, and melanoma procedures. He offers a wide range of oncology surgeries, including lumpectomy, mastectomy, and biopsy. Dr. Chen looks forward to continuing his work with cancer patients in the California area.
“Very knowledgeable and informative. Was seen almost immediately and was well treated while there. All questions were answered thoroughly. I felt very taken care of.”
Dr. Steven Chen, MD
Surgeon
499 N El Camino Real
Suite C-200
Encinitas, CA 92024
Founder & Medical Director Angelique E Richardson MD PhD | The Center for Phenomenal Health & Wellness Inc. San Diego, California
Angelique E. Richardson, MD, PhD, is a board-certified medical oncologist, physician-scientist, and nationally recognized leader in breast cancer care, cancer health equity, and women’s health across the lifespan. She is the Founder and Medical Director of The Center for Phenomenal Health & Wellness, a concierge women’s health practice in San Diego dedicated to menopause, perimenopause, cancer survivorship, and long-term wellness for women.
Dr. Richardson brings together academic rigor, clinical excellence, and deeply personalized care, offering women a level of expertise typically found at major academic cancer centers—delivered in a thoughtful, relationship-centered private practice setting.
Academic & Clinical Leadership
Prior to founding her private practice, Dr. Richardson served as an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) within the Comprehensive Breast Health Center. There, she specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer while leading and contributing to clinical trials, translational research, and community-engaged cancer equity initiatives.
She has served as Principal Investigator on multiple national and industry-sponsored clinical trials, including Phase I–III breast cancer studies, and has been actively involved in advancing access to clinical trials for historically underserved populations.
Research, Scholarship & National Impact
Dr. Richardson is a physician-scientist with dual MD and PhD training, holding a doctorate in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics with an emphasis in cancer biology. Her research has focused on:
Breast cancer biology and signaling pathways
Cancer health disparities and survival inequities
Biomarkers in breast cancer prognosis and treatment response
Implementation of patient-reported outcomes in underserved populations
She has authored peer-reviewed publications, contributed to textbook chapters, and presented her work nationally and internationally through organizations such as AACR, ASCO, SABCS, and NIH-affiliated forums.
Her work and leadership have been recognized through numerous honors, including:
Robert A. Winn Diversity in Clinical Trials Leadership Award
Merck Investigator Studies Program (MISP) funding
Early Stage Investigator Awards
National leadership roles in cancer equity and survivorship initiatives
Women’s Health, Menopause & Survivorship Care
In addition to her oncology expertise, Dr. Richardson is deeply committed to women’s health beyond cancer treatment. She specializes in helping women navigate:
Perimenopause and menopause
Hormonal and non-hormonal symptom management
Long-term survivorship and quality-of-life optimization
Wellness strategies for women at high risk for breast cancer
Care planning for women who are not candidates for standard hormone therapy
Her approach is evidence-based, individualized, and deeply informed by her years caring for breast cancer survivors, making her uniquely positioned to guide women through complex hormonal transitions safely and thoughtfully.
Education & Training
Dr. Richardson earned her Doctor of Medicine (MD) and PhD from Loma Linda University, where her doctoral research examined molecular drivers of aggressive breast cancer biology. She completed:
Internal Medicine Residency at White Memorial Medical Center (Los Angeles)
Hematology/Oncology Fellowship at Penn State College of Medicine
Advanced Clinical Breast Oncology training at the University of Miami
Professional & Community Leadership
Dr. Richardson serves on numerous local, state, and national advisory boards, including:
Susan G. Komen National Advisory Board and Leadership Council
California Breast Cancer Research Council (University of California)
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
American College of Physicians (ACP)
National Medical Association (NMA)
She is a frequent invited speaker for professional conferences, community organizations, and national educational forums, and remains deeply engaged in mentorship, advocacy, and community outreach.
Care Philosophy
Dr. Richardson believes that women deserve time, expertise, and care that honors the whole person—not just a diagnosis. Her practice model is intentionally designed to provide:
Longer visits
Direct physician access
Thoughtful, personalized care plans
Preventive, survivorship-focused medicine
Practice
Angelique E Richardson MD PhD | The Center for Phenomenal Health & Wellness
Omid S. Shaye, MD, is an oncologist and hematologist at Wellness Oncology and Hematology. Dr. Shaye treats patients at the practice’s medical offices in West Hills and Tarzana, California.
Dr. Shaye is a native of the San Fernando Valley. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, then remained at USC to complete his Doctor of Medicine.
During his residency and fellowship in hematology and oncology at the USC Norris Cancer Center, Dr. Shaye was chosen as chief fellow of medical oncology. He then established Wellness Oncology and Hematology in order to share the newest, most cutting-edge therapeutic options with cancer and hematology patients in the San Fernando Valley.
Dr. Shaye sees his role as the “quarterback of a patient’s care,” offering individualized treatments that can include options like targeted therapies, clinical trials, immunotherapies, chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery. He spends time getting to know his patients and their families as he helps them along the road to wellness.
Dr. Shaye is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Medical Oncology. He is a member of the Medical Oncology Association of Southern California, the Community Oncology Alliance, and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. He speaks English, Spanish, and Farsi.
Ashkan Lashkari, MD, is a physician at Wellness Oncology and Hematology. Dr. Lashkari offers personalized oncology and hematology care to patients at the practice’s offices in West Hills and Tarzana, California.
Born and raised in Santa Monica, California, by parents who were both dedicated educators, Dr. Lashkari knew at a young age that he wanted a career that would allow him to help others. He stayed close to home for his education, earning bachelor’s degrees in art history and molecular biology from the University of California at Los Angeles, and then remained at UCLA to complete his Doctor of Medicine degree.
During medical school, Dr. Lashkari developed a keen interest in cancer care, inspired by the discoveries of new treatments and the possibility of helping people with challenging conditions.
After an internal medicine residency at UCLA, Dr. Lashkari completed a fellowship in hematology and medical oncology at the City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center in Duarte, California. He focused his time on learning how to design clinical trials and researching familial cancer syndromes. His vast experience allows him to provide high-quality, compassionate care to his patients.
Dr. Lashkari is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, the American Board of Medical Oncology, and the American Board of Hematology. Because of his ongoing dedication to knowing about the latest oncology treatments and advances, he retains active membership in the Medical Oncology Association of Southern California, the American Society of Hematology, and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. He is also an assistant clinical faculty member at Olive View–UCLA Medical Center in Sylmar, California.
Dr. Lashkari enjoying spending time with his wife and two daughters, traveling, running, visiting museums, playing tennis, and cooking. He speaks English and Farsi.
Omid S. Shaye, MD, is an oncologist and hematologist at Wellness Oncology and Hematology. Dr. Shaye treats patients at the practice’s medical offices in West Hills and Tarzana, California.
Dr. Shaye is a native of the San Fernando Valley. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, then remained at USC to complete his Doctor of Medicine.
During his residency and fellowship in hematology and oncology at the USC Norris Cancer Center, Dr. Shaye was chosen as chief fellow of medical oncology. He then established Wellness Oncology and Hematology in order to share the newest, most cutting-edge therapeutic options with cancer and hematology patients in the San Fernando Valley.
Dr. Shaye sees his role as the “quarterback of a patient’s care,” offering individualized treatments that can include options like targeted therapies, clinical trials, immunotherapies, chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery. He spends time getting to know his patients and their families as he helps them along the road to wellness.
Dr. Shaye is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Medical Oncology. He is a member of the Medical Oncology Association of Southern California, the Community Oncology Alliance, and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. He speaks English, Spanish, and Farsi.
Christopher Ho, MD, is a physician at Wellness Oncology and Hematology. Dr. Ho treats cancer and hematology patients in West Hills and Tarzana, California, as part of the Wellness Oncology and Hematology medical team.
Dr. Ho was born and raised in Philadelphia. He earned his undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, where he lettered in lacrosse, then returned to Philadelphia to earn his Doctor of Medicine from Temple University. While in medical school, he clerked at the Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia, an experience that ignited his interest in medical oncology research.
After a residency in internal medicine at the University of California, Davis, Dr. Ho received subspecialty training in medical oncology and hematology at the University of Southern California’s Keck School of Medicine in Los Angeles. He served as chief fellow of medical oncology.
Dr. Ho is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, the American Board of Medical Oncology, and the American Board of Hematology. To keep up with the latest advancements in his specialties, he retains active membership in the Medical Oncology Association of Southern California, the American Society of Hematology, and the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
Dr. Ho has dedicated himself to the belief that the health of every one of his patients depends on a comprehensive, personalized approach to care that includes a combination of the latest treatment techniques and the personal touch of a physician who truly cares.
Because of his wide range of interests, including music, nutrition, calisthenics, Philadelphia Eagles football, and gourmet food, Dr. Ho is able to connect easily with his patients and share insightful conversations. He is a devoted family man, spending as much time as possible with his wife and two young sons. He speaks English, Spanish, and Chinese.
Ashkan Lashkari, MD, is a physician at Wellness Oncology and Hematology. Dr. Lashkari offers personalized oncology and hematology care to patients at the practice’s offices in West Hills and Tarzana, California.
Born and raised in Santa Monica, California, by parents who were both dedicated educators, Dr. Lashkari knew at a young age that he wanted a career that would allow him to help others. He stayed close to home for his education, earning bachelor’s degrees in art history and molecular biology from the University of California at Los Angeles, and then remained at UCLA to complete his Doctor of Medicine degree.
During medical school, Dr. Lashkari developed a keen interest in cancer care, inspired by the discoveries of new treatments and the possibility of helping people with challenging conditions.
After an internal medicine residency at UCLA, Dr. Lashkari completed a fellowship in hematology and medical oncology at the City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center in Duarte, California. He focused his time on learning how to design clinical trials and researching familial cancer syndromes. His vast experience allows him to provide high-quality, compassionate care to his patients.
Dr. Lashkari is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, the American Board of Medical Oncology, and the American Board of Hematology. Because of his ongoing dedication to knowing about the latest oncology treatments and advances, he retains active membership in the Medical Oncology Association of Southern California, the American Society of Hematology, and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. He is also an assistant clinical faculty member at Olive View–UCLA Medical Center in Sylmar, California.
Dr. Lashkari enjoying spending time with his wife and two daughters, traveling, running, visiting museums, playing tennis, and cooking. He speaks English and Farsi.
Christopher Ho, MD, is a physician at Wellness Oncology and Hematology. Dr. Ho treats cancer and hematology patients in West Hills and Tarzana, California, as part of the Wellness Oncology and Hematology medical team.
Dr. Ho was born and raised in Philadelphia. He earned his undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, where he lettered in lacrosse, then returned to Philadelphia to earn his Doctor of Medicine from Temple University. While in medical school, he clerked at the Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia, an experience that ignited his interest in medical oncology research.
After a residency in internal medicine at the University of California, Davis, Dr. Ho received subspecialty training in medical oncology and hematology at the University of Southern California’s Keck School of Medicine in Los Angeles. He served as chief fellow of medical oncology.
Dr. Ho is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, the American Board of Medical Oncology, and the American Board of Hematology. To keep up with the latest advancements in his specialties, he retains active membership in the Medical Oncology Association of Southern California, the American Society of Hematology, and the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
Dr. Ho has dedicated himself to the belief that the health of every one of his patients depends on a comprehensive, personalized approach to care that includes a combination of the latest treatment techniques and the personal touch of a physician who truly cares.
Because of his wide range of interests, including music, nutrition, calisthenics, Philadelphia Eagles football, and gourmet food, Dr. Ho is able to connect easily with his patients and share insightful conversations. He is a devoted family man, spending as much time as possible with his wife and two young sons. He speaks English, Spanish, and Chinese.
Dr. Benjamin Ball grew up in a smaller town within the New York Tri-State area. As a young adult, he moved to Charlottesville, Virginia where he completed a double major in chemistry and biology at the University of Virginia, graduating with high honors. He remained at UVA for medical school, where his pre-clerkship GPA was top five in his class. He then completed his neurosurgical residency at the University of California, Irvine, where he spent a year completing an enfolded skull-base surgery fellowship. His surgical interests include tumors, spine, and trauma. In his free time, he enjoys watching movies, reading science fiction books, attending local comedy shows, and watching UVA Men’s Basketball dominate.
Dr. Parmjeet Kumar Banghar specializes in hematology, medical oncology, and internal medicine. He joined Arizona Center for Cancer Care in 2008 when his team at Arizona Center for Hematology and Oncology partnered with the practice.
Currently, Dr. Banghar is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and American Society of Hematology. He has participated in a research study involving cerebrovascular diseases and been published in several journals, including Leukemia Research and the Indian Journal of Medical Sciences. He has also presented on a number of topics, including sonographic evaluation of the spleen in sickle cell syndromes, lennox gastaut syndrome and sweet syndrome in a patient with acute myeloid leukemia.
"This doctor is smart and knows cancer. The staff is the best. My nurses who give me shots are the best! Highly reccomend this office." -Lina
"I have been Dr. Banghar's patient since 2019 and just found out I could give him a review. Wish I had been told this before. He is an excellent provider. He has made me feel confident about my treatment which I think has/had a tremendous amount of impact on my care and the outcome. I would recommend him and the facility in a heart beat." -Felicia
Dr. Cory Heal is a radiation oncologist who has expertise in a full breadth of radiation oncology treatments for both malignant and benign diseases in children and adults.
Before joining Arizona Center for Cancer Care, Dr. Heal received a Bachelor of Science from Brigham Young University and his Medical Doctorate from Drexel University. He then completed an internship in Internal Medicine at Abington Memorial Hospital and a residency in radiation oncology at the University of Arizona, where he served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Heal specializes in the treatment of malignancies of the breast, prostate, lung, skin, head and neck, gynecological tract, gastrointestinal tract, central nervous system, hematologic/lymphatic systems, and musculoskeletal systems. He also treats a wide array of benign diseases that benefit from radiation. Dr. Heal utilizes the latest treatment techniques in his practice, including Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS), Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT), PLUVICTO, LUTATHERA, and Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR/SBRT). Dr. Heal has additional specialized training and research interests in the use of HDR brachytherapy for several anatomic sites. His other research interests include patient safety and quality improvement.
An Arizona native who grew up in the East Valley, Dr. Heal feels privileged to serve the community he loves. He always seeks to be an advocate for his patients as he guides them through treatment. He enjoys the lasting relationships he develops with his patients and their families and feels honored to take part in their care.
Dr. Heal and his wife, Emily, have four children. Outside of medicine, Dr. Heal loves spending his free time being a dad, cooking new foods in the kitchen, and making memories with his family outdoors.
"Dr. Heal and his team were so thorough and thoughtful with explanations which reduced my anxiety and made daily radiation appointments very easy to manage!" -Wendy
"Couldn't be more satisfied with Dr. Heal. He's a wonderful person both personally and professionally, making sure to explain every aspect of the treatment for my brain cancer, as well as being an all-around good guy! I'm a lucky man." - Daniel
Dr. Parmjeet Kumar Banghar specializes in hematology, medical oncology, and internal medicine. He joined Arizona Center for Cancer Care in 2008 when his team at Arizona Center for Hematology and Oncology partnered with the practice.
Currently, Dr. Banghar is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and American Society of Hematology. He has participated in a research study involving cerebrovascular diseases and been published in several journals, including Leukemia Research and the Indian Journal of Medical Sciences. He has also presented on a number of topics, including sonographic evaluation of the spleen in sickle cell syndromes, lennox gastaut syndrome and sweet syndrome in a patient with acute myeloid leukemia.
"This doctor is smart and knows cancer. The staff is the best. My nurses who give me shots are the best! Highly reccomend this office." -Lina
"I have been Dr. Banghar's patient since 2019 and just found out I could give him a review. Wish I had been told this before. He is an excellent provider. He has made me feel confident about my treatment which I think has/had a tremendous amount of impact on my care and the outcome. I would recommend him and the facility in a heart beat." -Felicia