Monica Safwat El-Masry, MD

Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Melanoma Surgery, Sarcoma and Melanoma Surgery, Colorectal Cancer, Hematology

Locations

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place
25751 McBean Pkwy. Suite 305, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
phone
schedule

Monday - Friday

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Provider Details

Language Spoken
English
Gender
Female
About Monica Safwat El-Masry, MD
Monica El-Masry, MD, is a general hematologist and oncologist and treats patients with all cancer types and hematologic conditions at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of Keck Medicine of USC. She is triple board certified in internal medicine, medical oncology and hematology. Dr. El-Masry has a particular interest in benign and malignant hematology, breast cancer, head and neck cancer, and cancer prevention. She is an assistant clinical professor of medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of USC.

Dr. El-Masry is an avid proponent of integrative oncology. She incorporates psychosocial support, nutrition counseling and lifestyle modifications, such as exercise and healthy eating habits, into her patient’s treatment plans. She regularly combines these therapies with conventional treatments to provide a personalized and holistic approach to cancer care.

Her research interests include cancer prevention and clinical trials assessing potential new treatments. A passionate educator, Dr. El-Masry has been recognized for her teaching excellence, and she routinely volunteers in the community as a physician mentor.

Dr. El-Masry grew up in California’s San Fernando Valley. She attended medical school at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. She completed postgraduate medical training at Olive View-UCLA Medical Center and her fellowship training in medical oncology and hematology at the Chao Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of California, Irvine, and the Tibor Rubin Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center in Long Beach. In her free time, she enjoys going to the beach, hiking and spending time with family and friends.
“I treat every patient as my own family member and am considerate of each patient’s needs and cultural, religious and personal values. My goal is to provide both a personalized and holistic approach to cancer care, as well as comfort and hope for every patient and their family. At Keck Medicine, we are a team, and we will work together to find the most advanced and innovative treatment that is right for you.”

Experience

Specialties
  • Internal Medicine
  • Medical Oncology
  • Melanoma Surgery
  • Sarcoma and Melanoma Surgery
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Hematology

Insurances Accepted

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Benefits among health plans and employers vary. Please contact your health plan to verify benefits and network providers for specific products. It is important to note that not all of our providers participate in all of a health plan's products or networks.

  • Aetna
  • Watchtower
  • Medicare
  • Health Net
  • Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital
  • Health Net Covered California
  • Anthem Blue Cross Covered California
  • TriWest Healthcare Alliance (UHC)
  • Beech Street Corporation /WC
  • Interplan
  • ChoiceCare Network
  • Anthem Blue Cross Prudent Buyer
  • Blue Shield Covered California
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Health Plans of Nevada
  • CIGNA
  • Kern Health Systems
  • Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers Health & Welfare
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Marian Health Services
  • MultiPlan
  • First Health
  • NEXT
  • Pacificare
  • GEHA
  • Private Health Care Systems
  • Great-West Healthcare of California, Inc.
  • Take Care (GUAM)
  • Brand New Day
  • Union Roofers Health & Welfare Fund
  • United Healthcare
  • USC Network

Ratings and Reviews

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  • Provider Showed Respect
  • Provider Listened Carefully
  • Provider Knew Medical History
  • Provider Spent Enough Time

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