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Shazia Nakhoda, MD
Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology/Oncology
Hematology-Lymphoma Program
Treatment Focus
Malignant Hematology; Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Treatment Philosophy
Navigating a new cancer diagnosis can be challenging and overwhelming. I feel honored to be part of a team that provides patients and their families not only specialized oncologic care, but also the support and resources needed. The collaborative network of clinicians, nurses, and researchers at Fox Chase allows me to provide my patients individualized treatment options, novel therapies, and access to clinical trials. In addition, I strive to provide my patients and their families compassionate and comprehensive clinical care throughout each aspect of their journey.
Clinical Locations
- Fox Chase Cancer Center
Primary Location
Educational Background
- Hematology & Oncology Fellowship Training, Temple University and Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, PA, 07/2017-06/2020
- Internal Medicine Residency Training, University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, MD, 6/2014-06/2017
- MD, Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, 2014
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
Memberships
- American Society of Clinical Oncology
- American Society of Hematology
Honors & Awards
Awarded Honorable Mention for the Arnold R. Weitz, M.D. Memorial Prize in Hematology, 2014
Selected Publications
Addressing Recent Failures in Immuno-Oncology Trials to Guide Novel Immunotherapeutic Treatment Strategies. Nakhoda SK, Olszanski AJ. Pharmaceut Med. 2020 Apr;34(2):83-91. doi: 10.1007/s40290-020-00326-z. PMID: 32157638
Use of the APACHE II score to assess impact of therapeutic plasma exchange for critically ill patients with hypertriglyceride-induced pancreatitis. Nakhoda S, Zimrin AB, Baer MR, Law JY. Transfus Apher Sci. 2017 Apr;56(2):123-126. doi: 10.1016/j.transci.2016.10.005. Epub 2016 Oct 17. PMID: 27789124 Clinical Trial.
Excellent provider!
I had a very good experience with Dr. Nakhoda. She explained my case & test results in detail and was very thorough.
Nakhoda is exceptional.
Just cannot say enough about Dr. Nakhoda and her staff. It helps so much to know that I am getting the best care I can possibly have. We appreciate all they do!!!
Shazia was so caring and personal all the staff was wonderful as well.
Dr. Nakhoda make the experience so much nicer... And we are talking about treatment.
Very pro-active dr. which is what we all need when ill.
I am very pleased to have Dr. Shazia Nakhoda as my doctor. She is an excellent doctor.
Dr. Nakhoda and all the staff that I've come in contact with at Fox Chase Cancer Center have been very caring and understanding of my condition. They are diligent in their duties and always reassure me of my progress. I am glad that I chose Fox Chase for my care.
Dr sharia Is amazing !! I am happy to see her I felt great when I left after seeing her