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Dr. Alex Makalinao, MD

Hematology Age 61
Dr. Alex Makalinao, MD
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Dr. Alex Makalinao, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Las Vegas, NV.
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Dr. Alex Makalinao, MD

Hematology Age 61
Las Vegas, NV
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Alex Makalinao, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Las Vegas, NV.

About

Dr. Alex Makalinao, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Las Vegas, NV and has 37 years experience. They graduated from University Of The Philippines Manila, College Of Medicine. They currently practice at OptumCare Cancer Center and are affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Makalinao has experience treating conditions like Polycythemia Rubra Vera, Myeloproliferative Disorders and Venous Embolism and Thrombosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Makalinao received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 4 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Makalinao also speaks Chinese and Spanish. Dr. Makalinao is board certified in Medical Oncology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Polycythemia Rubra Vera
Myeloproliferative Disorders
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Myeloproliferative Disorders
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
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Locations

  1. 1 Optumcare Cancer Care-w Charleston
    2300 W Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89102
  2. 2
    390 N Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 1020, El Segundo, CA 90245
  3. 3 California Hematology Oncology Medical Group
    390 N Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 1020, El Segundo, CA 90245
  4. 4 California Hematlgy Onc Med Grp
    3440 Lomita Blvd Ste 250, Torrance, CA 90505

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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Alex Makalinao, MD is a hematology specialist in Las Vegas, NV and has over 36 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of The Philippines Manila, College Of Medicine in 1986. He specializes in Hematology and Medical Oncology.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Chinese
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties
Hematology
Medical Oncology
Specialties
Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University Of The Philippines Manila, College Of Medicine
    1986
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Medical Oncology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Mercy Hospital|SUNY Mercy Hospital
    1991
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Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University Calif Irvine
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Alex Makalinao, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Makalinao's profile.

Dr. Makalinao frequently treats the following conditions: Polycythemia Rubra Vera, Myeloproliferative Disorders and Venous Embolism and Thrombosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Alex Makalinao, MD is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Alex Makalinao, MD holds board certification in Medical Oncology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Torrance Memorial Medical Center

    3330 Lomita Blvd, Torrance, CA