Summary

Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal is an oncology specialist with nearly four decades of experience treating patients with blood cancers and related conditions. She earned her medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Indiana University Hospital in 1990. Dr. Chaekal furthered her expertise through a fellowship at University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center, completing her specialized training in 2000. Her 39 years in medicine have given her extensive knowledge in managing complex cancer cases. She provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Chaekal practices at NewYork Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center and sees patients at UH Seidman Cancer Center locations in Cleveland and Avon, Ohio. She focuses on treating multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer that affects plasma cells in the bone marrow. Her expertise also includes caring for patients with monoclonal gammopathy of unknown significance and Hodgkin lymphoma. Dr. Chaekal performs cellular therapy procedures and specializes in comprehensive treatment approaches for lymphoma and multiple myeloma patients. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 39 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Illinois At Chicago Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal has 2 locations

UH Seidman Cancer Center

11100 Euclid Ave 1st FloorCleveland, OH 44106

UH Seidman Cancer Center at UH Avon Health Center

2075 Healthway Dr Ste 2Avon, OH 44011

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
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Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: Assiut University Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aultcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Optum Health
  • SummaCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Metastatic Breast Cancer
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Oncologist

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Ohio, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University Of Illinois At Chicago Medical Center2000

Residency

Indiana University Hospital1990

Medical School

Indiana University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal affiliated with?
Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal's office located?
Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal's office is located at 11100 Euclid Ave 1st Floor, Cleveland, OH, 44106.

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