Summary

Dr. Uma Iyer is a medical oncologist with 35 years of experience treating cancer patients and blood disorders. She earned her medical degree from Stanley Medical College at Dr. M.G.R. Medical University in Madras, India, then completed her internal medicine residency at East Carolina University School of Medicine and her hematology/oncology fellowship at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. Dr. Iyer maintains board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and is fluent in English, Tamil, and Hindi.

Dr. Iyer practices with Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute in Lake City and Gainesville, Florida, and is affiliated with HCA Florida Lake City Hospital. She specializes in treating blood-related conditions such as anemia, iron deficiency anemia, and thrombocytopenia. Her expertise includes performing comprehensive blood evaluations through complete blood counts and white blood cell differentials to help diagnose and monitor various conditions. Patients rate Dr. Iyer 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals for her compassionate oncology care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 35 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Tamil, Hindi
  • Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; E Carolina Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Uma Iyer has 2 locations

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

795 SW State Road 47Lake City, FL 32025
Mon8:00 am - 4:45 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:45 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:45 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:45 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

6420 W Newberry Rd Ste 100Gainesville, FL 32605
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

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4.5 
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35 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Tamil, Hindi Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Lake City , FLSummit , WILake City , FLGainesville , FL
Med School: Stanley Med Coll- Dr M G R Med Univ- Madras- Tn- India Med School: UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND PUBLIC HEALTH Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Uma Iyer

  • AARP
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Freedom Health
  • GEHA
  • Home State Health Plan - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Uma Iyer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Uma Iyer has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Anemia
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic B-Cell Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Multiple Myeloma (Cancer of Plasma Cells)
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Uma Iyer holds an active medical license in the state of Florida. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; E Carolina Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Stanley Med Coll- Dr M G R Med Univ- Madras- Tn- India in 1991.

NPI Number

Uma Iyer's NPI number is 1558399899.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Uma Iyer accepting new patients?
Uma Iyer is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Uma Iyer's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Uma Iyer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Uma Iyer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Uma Iyer affiliated with?
Uma Iyer is affiliated with Hca Florida Lake City Hospital.
Where is Uma Iyer's office located?
Uma Iyer's office is located at 795 SW State Road 47, Lake City, FL, 32025.
Does Uma Iyer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Uma Iyer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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