Summary

Dr. Alan Saven specializes in hematology and oncology, bringing 47 years of experience to cancer and blood disorder care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Cape Town Faculty of Medicine in South Africa and completed his internal medicine residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia. Dr. Saven furthered his training with a hematology and oncology fellowship at Scripps Clinic in 1990. He holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Saven practices at Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines in La Jolla, California, with hospital privileges at Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. His expertise includes treating iron deficiency anemia and anemia caused by heavy bleeding. He also cares for patients with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. Dr. Saven performs infusion therapy and intravenous treatments through specialized infusion clinic services. Patients rate his care an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 47 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Scripps Clinic, Hematology & Oncology
  • 15 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 26 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

10710 N Torrey Pines RdLa Jolla, CA 92037
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
La Jolla , CASan Diego , CASan Diego , CASan Diego , CA
Med School: University Of Cape Town- Fac Of Med- Cape Town- So Africa Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alan Saven

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alan Saven has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alan Saven has the following 26 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Anemia
  • B-Cell Lymphoma (CBCL)
  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow and Lymphatic Tissue Cancer (Hematologic Neoplasm)
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic B-Cell Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Chronic BCR-ABL Positive Myelogenous Leukemia
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL)
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Metastatic Breast Cancer
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders
  • Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
  • Oncology
  • Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine, 1987

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine, 1989

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Scripps Clinic, Hematology & Oncology1990
Scripps Clinic1990

Residency

Scripps Clinic
Scripps Clinic, Medical Oncology; Albert Einstein Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program
Albert Einstein Medical Center1987
Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia1987
University of Cape Town1983
Groote Schuur Hospital1983
Albert Einstein Med Center1983
University Of Cape Town Faculty Of Med Cape Town1983

Medical School

University Of Cape Town- Fac Of Med- Cape Town- So AfricaGraduated in 1982
University of Cape Town / Faculty of Health SciencesGraduated in 1982
University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Alan Saven's office located?
Dr. Alan Saven's office is located at 10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA, 92037.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alan Saven affiliated with?
Dr. Alan Saven is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.
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