Karam Al-Issa, MD | Indianapolis, IN | Oncologist

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Dr. Karam Al-Issa treats acute myelogenous leukemia, anal cancer, and anemia, and performs chemotherapy and chemotherapy infusion services. He practices oncology and hematology and has 13 years of experience in these fields. He is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic.

Dr. Al-Issa earned his medical degree from Kalamoon University Faculty of Medicine and sees patients in Indianapolis, Indiana. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Al-Issa 5 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
5

8 Ratings
13 years of experience
30 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Kalamoon University Faculty Of Medicine
6 written reviews
4 specialties
5 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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Karam Al-Issa's Ratings and Reviews

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8 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 7 Minutes

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Great care, fast and efficient.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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July 15th, 2021

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Dr. Al-Issa is a great doctor, he explains everything to me, all my questions are answered. He is quick and efficient.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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March 7th, 2021

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Great doctor. Always takes time to answer my questions

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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January 11th, 2021

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Dr. Al-Issa is a great doctor, he takes great care of his patients, he always have plans in mind. He wants the best for his patients. He is always willing to put extra efforts to make things happen. he is very smart, always smiling and answer all my questions. I wish him the best

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 8th, 2020

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Great doctor, always available to answer my questions. He knows what he is doing. He was very detailed in my chemotherapy plan and explained every step. He is always smiling. I love Dr. Al-Issa

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 11th, 2020

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All my questions were answered. Always keeps me engaged in the care. He always have a plan in mind in case treatment did not go well. Very knowledgeable of his practice, very supportive. Can’t ask for a better doctor for my cancer

February 26th, 2020

IU Health Cancer Center - East Gate - Central Indiana Cancer Centers

6845 Rama DrIndianapolis, IN 46219

Tel: (317) 948-1957

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Karam Al-Issa, MD	Dr. Anirudh Yalamanchali	Dr. Joel Ma Lanceta	Dr. Nawal Mahmoud Kassem
Oncology	Oncology	Hematology	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients			Accepts New Patients
5 (8 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
13 Years of Experience	6 Years of Experience	13 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Indianapolis , IN	Cleveland , OH	Indianapolis , IN	Carmel , IN
Med School: Kalamoon University Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine	Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Hematologist
Hematology/oncology
Internal Medicine
Oncologist
Oncologist/hematologist

Karam Al-Issa holds an active medical license in the state of Indiana.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Kalamoon University Faculty Of Medicine in 2013.

NPI Number

Karam Al-Issa's NPI number is 1720468259.

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Pathology
13 Years Exp | Indianapolis, IN
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Dr. Shanelle Jlise Delancy
Pathology
10 Years Exp | Cleveland, OH
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Dr. Noah Hunter Richardson
Internal Medicine
7 Years Exp | Indianapolis, IN
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Dr. Aaron Phelan
Hematology
11 Years Exp | Indianapolis, IN
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Julie E Mcfarland
Nurse Practitioner
| Greenwood, IN
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Dr. Benjamin Matthew Snyder
Oncology
7 Years Exp | Indianapolis, IN
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Dr. Boris Kin Lin
Oncology
31 Years Exp | Zionsville, IN
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Dr. Manasi Manoj Godbole
Oncology
11 Years Exp | Indianapolis, IN
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Dr. Jacob Stafford Edmisson
Internal Medicine
6 Years Exp | St. LOUIS, MO
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Internal Medicine
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Which hospitals is Karam Al-Issa affiliated with?: Karam Al-Issa is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic.
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