Summary

Dr. Merla Puray is a medical oncologist with additional training in internal medicine who brings over three decades of clinical experience to cancer care. She earned her medical degree from the University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine and completed her residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. With 32 years in practice, Dr. Puray has developed extensive expertise in treating various forms of cancer. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Puray practices at Mercy Medical Center in Merced, California, where she focuses on comprehensive cancer treatment. Her clinical expertise includes treating breast cancer and specialized conditions like Paget disease of the breast. She provides advanced cancer treatments including IV chemotherapy and infusion therapy. Patients have given Dr. Puray an average rating of 4.5 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in her care and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 32 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Merla Estuita Puray has 2 locations

Central Valley Cancer Center Inc

3175 Collins DrMerced, CA 95348
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

Mercy Medical Center

333 Mercy AveMerced, CA 95340

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4.5 
32 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English
Merced , CASan Clemente , CAModesto , CAMarysville , CA
Med School: University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med Med School: Government Medical College Patiala
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Merla Estuita Puray

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Merla Estuita Puray has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Merla Estuita Puray has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Anemia
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Internal Medicine
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of The Philippines Manila College Of MedicineGraduated in 1994

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Merla Puray's office located?
Dr. Merla Puray's office is located at 3175 Collins Dr, Merced, CA, 95348.
Does Dr. Merla Puray accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Merla Puray accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Merla Puray speak?
Dr. Merla Puray speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Merla Puray accepting new patients?
Dr. Merla Puray has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Merla Puray accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Merla Puray has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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