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Summary
Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala is an internal medicine physician with specialized expertise in family medicine and oncology. He earned his medical degree from Pontificia Universidad Catolica Del Ecuador Facultad De Medicina and brings 25 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Pena Ayala is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Pena Ayala practices at multiple prestigious medical centers, including North Carolina Memorial Hospital and North Carolina Basnight Cancer Hospital in Chapel Hill, as well as Huntsman Cancer Hospital and Intermountain LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. His oncology expertise includes treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia, a form of blood cancer. Patients consistently rate their experience with Dr. Pena Ayala highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Pena Ayala practices at multiple prestigious medical centers, including North Carolina Memorial Hospital and North Carolina Basnight Cancer Hospital in Chapel Hill, as well as Huntsman Cancer Hospital and Intermountain LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. His oncology expertise includes treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia, a form of blood cancer. Patients consistently rate their experience with Dr. Pena Ayala highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 25 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Pontificia Universidad Catolica Del Ecuador Facultad De Medicina
- 3 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 6 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala has 6 locationsUnc Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
101 Manning DrChapel Hill, NC 27514 Tel: (919) 966-4431
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Unc Hospitals Emergency Department
170 Manning DrChapel Hill, NC 27514 Tel: (984) 974-4721
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm
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| Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala, MD | Dr. Uma S. Tadepalli, MD | Eric Harker | Dr. Jerry M Linenger |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Preventative Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 25 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Chapel Hill , NC | Durham , NC | Lyons , CO | CHAPEL HILL , NC |
| Med School: Pontificia Universidad Catolica Del Ecuador Facultad De Medicina | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
25 Years Experience
Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala holds an expired medical license in the states of North Carolina and Utah.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Utah that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Pontificia Universidad Catolica Del Ecuador Facultad De Medicina in 2001.
NPI Number
Dr. Pena Ayala's NPI number is 1760502116.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala affiliated with?
- Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala is affiliated with North Carolina Memorial Hospital, North Carolina Basnight Cancer Hospital, HUNTSMAN CANCER HOSPITAL, INTERMOUNTAIN LDS HOSPITAL, and LDS HOSPITAL.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala here on Vitals.
- What languages does Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala speak?
- Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala speaks English and Spanish.
- Does Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Esteban Pena Ayala has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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