What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.83
“Dr. Charu is an excellent care provider, she listens, is an expert for cancer and blood diseases. She knows my health history and provides excellent care and out patient services to give me the best care.”
More than 1 year ago
“The person that did my blood draw was unable to access my vein because I am a very hard stick. She immediately asked another medical assistant to try to draw my blood. She was very successful. It was wonderful experience know that the medical works as a team. Thank you!”
More than 1 year ago
About Dr. Veena Charu
Dr. Charu has been in private practice since 1988 in the field of Hematology and Oncology. She is known for being extremely knowledgeable and for keeping up-to-date with the latest developments and treatments.
Prior to entering private practice, she served as the Chief of the Division of Hematology and Oncology at Lincoln Hospital in New York, affiliated with New York Medical College. There she was honored as ?Best Teacher? to residents and fellows. She has also held various prestigious positions in community hospitals, serving as the Chairman of the Department of Medicine at Anaheim Regional Medical Center and the Chairman of the Cancer Committee and Tumor Board at La Palma Intercommunity Hospital.
Dr. Charu attended Government Medical College Nagpur in India, where she earned her Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery degree and finished first in her class in the Department of Medicine. Before immigrating to the United States, she was an Associate Professor of Medicine at Grant Medical College in Bombay, India. Dr. Charu completed her Internal Medicine Residency at Montefiore Medical Center in New York, followed by fellowships in Hematology at New York Medical College and Oncology at Montefiore Medical Center, affiliated with Albert Einstein College of Medicine. She is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and the Medical Oncology Association of Southern California (MOASC). She is triple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology, and Oncology.
Dr. Charu is very caring, honest, and devoted to her patients. She is one of the principal investigators for clinical trials conducted at Pacific Cancer Medical Center and has authored numerous publications.
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Breast cancer
Small intestine/colorectal cancer
Chronic leukemia
Chronic anemia
Low platelet count
Low white blood cell count
Breast cancer
Small intestine/colorectal cancer
Chronic leukemia
Chronic anemia
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Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine
- Hematology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
- Medical Oncology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education and training
- Medical School - Government Medical College Nagpur, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
- Montefiore Medical Center (Residency)
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1568438976
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
4.83
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Dr. Charu is amazing along with her staff very courteous. Highly would recommend the Dr & clinic.
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Dr. Charu is very kind, caring and professional. The staff is very efficient and approachable.
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Dr. Charu is very kind, caring and professional. The staff is very efficient and approachable.
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Fast, friendly service by the staff The Dr. is attentive, helpful and caring.
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Fast, friendly service by the staff The Dr. is attentive, helpful and caring.
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They were always during my cancer treatment very caring taking care of .
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Dr. Charu is an excellent care provider, she listens, is an expert for cancer and blood diseases. She knows my health history and provides excellent care and out patient services to give me the best care.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
The person that did my blood draw was unable to access my vein because I am a very hard stick. She immediately asked another medical assistant to try to draw my blood. She was very successful. It was wonderful experience know that the medical works as a team. Thank you!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
It was a quick smooth process.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
The person that did my blood draw was unable to access my vein because I am a very hard stick. She immediately asked another medical assistant to try to draw my blood. She was very successful. It was wonderful experience know that the medical works as a team. Thank you!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Dr. Charu is an excellent care provider, she listens, is an expert for cancer and blood diseases. She knows my health history and provides excellent care and out patient services to give me the best care.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
It was a quick smooth process.
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What practice does Dr. Veena Charu work with?
Dr. Veena Charu works with Los Angeles Cancer Network.
Where is Dr. Veena Charu's office located?
Dr. Veena Charu's office is located at 1801 W Romneya Dr, Anaheim, CA 92801.
Which board certifications does Dr. Veena Charu have?
Dr. Veena Charu is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine, Hematology (American Board of Internal Medicine), and Medical Oncology (American Board of Internal Medicine).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Veena Charu?
Dr. Veena Charu frequently sees patients for Anemia, Breast Cancer, Hematology Consultation, Oncology Consultation, and Oncology Follow Up. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Veena Charu on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Veena Charu speak?
Dr. Veena Charu speaks English.