Summary

Dr. Dava Szalda is a hematology and oncology specialist who earned her medical degree from SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine. She completed her residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System in 2011 and brings 19 years of experience to her practice. Dr. Szalda is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing her to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Szalda practices at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia in Philadelphia, PA, and maintains affiliations with Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. She specializes in cancer survivorship, helping patients navigate life after cancer treatment. Her practice includes providing preventive care such as flu vaccines and COVID-19 booster shots. Patients consistently rate Dr. Szalda highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 stars for her compassionate and comprehensive care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 19 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • University of Pennsylvania Health System
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dava Szalda has 2 locations

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

3401 Civic Center BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19104

Dava Szalda

3400 Civic Center BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19104

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Dava Szalda, MDJohn C. RuckdeschelDr. Julia Draznin, MDDr. Joseph John Turchi, MD
HematologyHematologyInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
19 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese
Philadelphia , PAVoorhees , NJPhiladelphia , PADarby , PA
Med School: SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine Med School: ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: University of Colorado
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dava Szalda

  • Aetna
  • Amerihealth Caritas (Transplant patients only)
  • Centivo
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Global Medical Management
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (formerly Gateway Health)
  • Horizon BC/BS of NJ
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - New Jersey
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Preferred Health Care/Eliance
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • QualCare

Medical Specialties

Dava Szalda has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dava Szalda has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Hematologist
  • Internal Medicine
  • Internal Medicine/pediatrics
  • Pediatric Hematology/oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Dava Szalda holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Pennsylvania Health System in 2011.

Medical School

Graduated from SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine in 2007.

NPI Number

Dava Szalda's NPI number is 1255538559.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dava Szalda accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dava Szalda has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dava Szalda's office located?
Dava Szalda's office is located at 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
Which hospitals is Dava Szalda affiliated with?
Dava Szalda is affiliated with Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania.
Does Dava Szalda accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dava Szalda accepts on their Vitals profile.
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