• Physicians
• Nurse Practitioners
• Oncology Care Coordinators
• Treatment Nurses
• Licensed Vocation Nurses
• Medical Assistants
• Patient Service Representative

Hematology, Oncology and Infusion Care Team

Physicians

Our physicians have been specially trained in the field of oncology and hematology. They provide consultations, manage the care and prescribe treatment for your condition.

James Heckmann, M.D.
Board Certified, Internal Medicine and Hematology
Edmund Tai, M.D.
Board Certified, Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology
H. Irene Wu, M.D.
Board Certified, Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology
Peter Yu, M.D.
Board Certified, Internal Medicine, Hematology, Medical Oncology
Rosendo So-Rosillo, M.D.
Board Certified in Oncology and Board Eligible in Hematology
Derrick Wong, M.D.
Board Certified in Oncology and Board Eligible in Hematology

There are times when you may need to see another oncologist in the office if your primary oncologist is unavailable. If you require hospitalization, you will be treated by one of our oncologists who is the hospitalist for the week. Our oncologists rotate weekly in the hospital so there is a doctor more accessible to manage your inpatient care. The oncology hospitalist is available to spend more time talking with you and your family, coordinating tests and adjusting treatment. He or she will be in close contact with your primary oncologist.
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Nurse Practitioners

The nurse practitioner is an advanced practice nurse with a master's degree in nursing who is skilled in advanced physical assessment, diagnosis and treatment. They are also experts in symptom management. The nurse practitioner monitors your condition and collaborates with your oncologist on treatment decisions. They can assist with answering your questions regarding your disease, treatment, lab results and X-rays, and prescribe medications when indicated. You may see the nurse practitioner for your routine, pre-chemotherapy visit and stable follow-up visits. They are also available to see you or speak with you on the phone if you have an urgent problem or concern.

Tricia Benjamin, N.P.
Oncology Certified Nurse
Joanna Losito, N.P.
Oncology Certified Nurse
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Oncology Care Coordinators

The oncology care coordinators are registered nurses who specialize in oncology and hematology. They consult with your physician regarding the management of your care. The nurses can assist in answering your questions regarding your disease, your treatments, doctor visits, laboratory and X-ray results, as well as help you manage side effects from your treatment. If you are ill, you will most likely first talk to the care coordinator and receive instructions on what you should do.
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Treatment Nurses

The treatment nurses are registered nurses who are specialists in oncology and intravenous therapy. They prepare and administer your medications. The day before your treatment, they will check your laboratory results and consult with the physician to ensure that you can receive your treatment. The treatment nurses can help you manage side effects from your treatment. They confer on a regular basis with your physician and care coordinator.
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Licensed Vocation Nurses

The licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) assist the physician with procedures and injections in the office. The day before your injection appointment, they may also check your laboratory results and determine if you need an injection based on those results. Under the direction of the physician the LVN may return your phone calls, call in prescriptions and/or radiology results.
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Medical Assistants

The medical assistants also assist the physician with procedures and injections. They will take you to an exam room or take you into the Infusion Center on your appointment day and check your weight, blood pressure, pulse and temperature. They will also confirm with you what medications you are taking and the reason for your visit. Under the direction of the physician or the care coordinator, the MA may return your phone calls, call in prescriptions to your pharmacy or give you your laboratory and/or radiology results.
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Patient Service Representative

The patient service representative (PSR) is the first person you will see when you come into the department. She/he will check you in for your appointment, take your insurance co-payment and ask if you have had any changes with your insurance coverage or home address. The PSR also schedules appointments and is the first person you will speak with on the phone.
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