Summary

Dr. Joseph Torkildson is an oncology specialist who focuses on treating cancer in children and adults. He completed his residency at Oakland Naval Hospital in 1985 and went on to complete a fellowship at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles in 1990, giving him specialized training in pediatric oncology. Dr. Torkildson speaks English and brings decades of experience to his practice.

Dr. Torkildson is affiliated with Children's Hospital Oakland and practices at Banner Desert Medical Center's Children's Blood and Cancer Center in Mesa, Arizona. He specializes in treating primary brain cancer and brain tumors in children, providing comprehensive care for young patients facing these challenging diagnoses. His practice incorporates physical therapy and strength training to support patients' recovery and overall well-being, and he utilizes MRI technology for precise diagnosis and treatment planning.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

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4.8 
37 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Mesa , AZPHOENIX , AZSacramento , CAScottsdale , AZ
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Charles Torkildson

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Choice Arizona
  • Health Choice Arizona - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthChoice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mercy Care
  • Mercy Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Summit Community Care
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • University of Arizona Health Plans

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Charles Torkildson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Charles Torkildson has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Leukemia
  • Pediatric Hematology & Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arizona, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles1990

Residency

Oakland Naval Hospital1985

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Dr. Joseph Torkildson is affiliated with Childrens Hospital Oakland.
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Dr. Joseph Torkildson speaks English.

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