Summary

Dr. Alexander Shar treats multiple myeloma, nausea and vomiting from cancer treatment, and iron deficiency anemia, and sees patients at Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Cha Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, and Saint John Medical Center. He has practiced oncology for 39 years and also performs infusion clinic services.

He completed his residency at Abbott Northwestern Hospital and sees patients in Longview, Washington. Dr. Shar speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shar 3.81 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 39 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Abbott Northwestern Hospital
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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Speaks English, Spanish
Longview , WALaurium , MISalem , ORLongview , WA
Med School: Moscow State Univ Of Medicine And Dentistry Named After Ai Evdokimov Med School: Christian Medical College Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alexander Shar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AgeRight Advantage
  • Amerigroup Washington
  • Care Oregon
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • Coordinated Care Washington
  • Devoted Health
  • First Choice Health Network
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid Oregon Health Plan
  • Medicaid Washington
  • Medicare
  • Medicare Railroad
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Multiplan Network
  • Pacific Medical Centers
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Providence Health Plan (PPO)
  • Provider Network of America
  • Regence - Oregon & Washington
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • United Healthcare
  • Washington State Labor & Industries

Medical Specialties

Alexander Shar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Alexander Shar has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Oncologist/hematologist

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Alexander Shar holds an active medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Abbott Northwestern Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Moscow State Univ Of Medicine And Dentistry Named After Ai Evdokimov in 1987.

NPI Number

Alexander Shar's NPI number is 1033280920.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Alexander Shar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Alexander Shar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Shar?
You can find contact information for Alexander Shar here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Alexander Shar affiliated with?
Alexander Shar is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Cha Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, and Saint John Medical Center.
What languages does Alexander Shar speak?
Alexander Shar speaks English and Spanish.
Is Alexander Shar accepting new patients?
Alexander Shar is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Alexander Shar's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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