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Arizona Center for Cancer Care is a cancer center without walls, offering the best doctors, best treatments, best technologies, and best research to give patients the best care possible. With offices in Avondale, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Mesa, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Surprise, Anthem, Peoria, Fountain Hills, Wickenburg, Apache Junction, Sun City, Sun City West, Goodyear, Prescott Valley, and Tempe, Arizona, the multi-specialty practice cares for more than 30,000 patients across the Valley.

Arizona Center for Cancer Care specializes in treating many types of cancer, including multiple myeloma, colon, head and neck, breast, skin, and pancreatic, as well as brain cancer, lung cancer, and gastrointestinal cancer. 

The practice uses the most current treatment options available, including various forms of radiation oncology and medical oncology, and hematology. The center also includes experts in gynecologic oncology and breast surgery and has a newly diagnosed breast cancer clinic.

The board-certified radiation oncologists at Arizona Center for Cancer Care use positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) imaging to reveal the presence and severity of cancer and create an effective treatment plan.

Dedicated to providing its patients with the most current drugs and therapies available, Arizona Center for Cancer Care participates in multiple clinical trials. 

Cancer is a disease of survivors, and Arizona Center for Cancer Care is keeping it that way.  

For comprehensive, high-quality cancer care, call Arizona Center for Cancer Care or schedule an appointment online today. Telemedicine appointments are available.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Jawad is a Tampa native who earned his medical degree from the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine. He went on to complete his general surgery residency at Albany Medical Center, the busiest Level 1 trauma center and tertiary surgical care hospital in New York. Following residency, he spent nearly a year in New Mexico, caring for patients in a critical access hospital and strengthening his dedication to serving rural and underserved populations.

He is now advancing his training through the Mastery in General Surgery Fellowship under Dr. Amini, with a specialized focus on robotic general surgery, complex hepatobiliary and pancreatic procedures, as well as foregut and colorectal surgery. Dr. Jawad is proficient in both laparoscopic and open techniques, and will be providing comprehensive surgical care, including elective, emergency, and trauma surgery.

Passionate about combining innovation with compassionate care, Dr. Jawad is especially enthusiastic about integrating newly acquired robotic skills into his practice. He looks forward to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care as part of the Arizona Premier Surgery Team. 

Dr. Solís is a board-certified general surgeon and fellowship-trained breast surgical oncologist who specializes in the treatment of both benign and malignant breast disease. She has advanced training in oncoplastic techniques, including hidden scar techniques, as well as nipple sparing mastectomy. She has been well published in the field of breast surgery, with multiple publications in the areas of ductal carcinoma in situ, high risk breast lesions, idiopathic granulomatous mastitis, and risk-reducing mastectomy.  

Dr. Solís received her undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She completed her general surgery residency at Inova Health System in Falls Church, Virginia before completing her breast surgical oncology fellowship at Vanderbilt University. In her spare time, she loves to travel, cook, and spend time with her large family, including her husband and sons. 

Dr. Solís considers it an absolute privilege to be able to do the work that she does. Her goal for each and every patient is to empower them with knowledge, guide them along their journey, and ultimately help them reach a place of healing. 

Arti Karmur, DPM is a highly skilled foot and ankle surgeon dedicated to serving patients at HealthyU Clinics at our Chandler, Mesa, and Phoenix, Arizona, clinics.

Dr. Karmur was born and raised in Southern California. She earned her undergraduate degree at the University of California, Irvine, before pursuing her podiatric medical education at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago, Illinois.

Her expertise extends from completing a reconstructive foot and ankle surgery residency at DVA Greater Los Angles Healthcare System/UCLA-Olive View Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA. During residency, she honed her skills in reconstruction of the foot and ankle, complex diabetic limb salvage, sports medicine, and trauma. Dr. Karmur remains at the forefront of her field, staying updated on both surgical and non-surgical treatment options.

Dr. Karmur is an associate member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and is also a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association.

Dr. Karmur values the importance of building strong patient relationships. She actively involves patients in their treatment plans, recognizing the positive impact that working as a team has on patient outcomes. Driven by a passion for patient education, she imparts knowledge about current injuries, surgical and non-surgical treatment options, and preventative measures for future injuries.

In her spare time, she finds joy in activities like pilates and yoga. She also indulges her love for international travel, exploring diverse cultures to enhance her perspective and enrich her understanding of patient care.

Richard J. Harding, MD, FACS, is a board certified General Surgeon specializing in minimally invasive and endocrine surgery. For more than 30 years, he has focused on advanced, small‑incision techniques that reduce pain, shorten recovery, and preserve normal function. Dr. Harding treats thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal conditions, as well as disorders of the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and bile ducts, and provides expert hernia care. What makes his practice unique is the combination of experience, innovation, and personalized attention. Dr. Harding offers comprehensive diagnostic evaluation and a full range of surgical and nonsurgical options at Arizona Endocrine Surgery and Thyroid Nodule Treatment Center . His outcomes and expertise attract patients from across Arizona, neighboring states, and internationally. Patients choose Dr. Harding for his precision, clear communication, and commitment to safe, modern, patient centered care.

Dr. Usman Urooj is a Board Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Goodyear, Arizona.

Dr. Urooj’s passion for medicine began during his high school years. His love for science took him to the University of North Texas, where in 2014, he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and graduated with honors. Then in 2018, he earned his Doctor of Podiatric medicine and surgery degree at Arizona College of Podiatric medicine-Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona. 

Upon graduation, Dr. Urooj matched at Carl T. Hayden Veterans Medical Center for his residency training in Foot and Ankle medicine and surgery. At this institution his residency training consisted of inpatient, outpatient, clinical, and surgical experiences. He completed many different rigorous medical and surgical rotations for an overall comprehensive experience. Some notable rotations during his time in the program included internal medicine, infectious diseases, emergency medicine, general surgery, vascular surgery, plastic surgery, and orthopedic surgery. In addition to the above rotations, he was exposed to significant volume of foot and ankle medical and surgical pathologies. He also participated in an extensive volume of foot and ankle surgical care during the entire duration of his residency. 

In the last year of his residency program, Dr. Urooj was selected for the chief resident position and was presented a chief resident award upon graduation. He graduated from his residency program in June 2021. He graduated with the highest surgical case volume in his graduating class, which also exceeded the program requirements.  During his residency experience, he had multiple published articles on different medical and surgical treatments of foot and ankle.

Accreditations:

• Board Certified, American Board of Podiatric Medicine
• ABFAS Board Qualified, American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery

Professional Memberships: 

• Member, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
• Member, American Podiatric Medical Association
• Member, Arizona Podiatric Medical Assocation

Jennifer Boll, MD is a board-certified Plastic Surgeon at Skin Cancer Specialists, located in Mesa, Arizona.

After completing general surgery training in her hometown of Birmingham, Alabama, Dr. Jennifer Boll completed extensive training in plastic surgery at the world renowned Mayo Clinic in Minnesota. Here she learned skills and techniques from several of the pioneers of plastic surgery. She continues to supplement this foundation and she believes that learning is a lifelong process.

She strives to bring you the most up to date technology and procedures. She approaches all patients and their concerns with compassion, understanding, and a feminine touch.

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Education:

• Wellesley College 1996, Magna cum laude.
• University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine 2000.
• University of Alabama at Birmingham Residency in General Surgery 2000-2005
• Plastic Surgery Residency at Mayo Clinic 2005-2007