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At Oncology Research Institute, we provide high quality and innovative care. Our team’s commitment is to our patients’ well-being by providing hope, comfort and compassion.

Transforming cancer care through research medicine

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Services

Our Services

Our team collaborate with experts in clinical trials to find new cancer treatments. This research helps improve and develop effective cancer treatments.

Clinical Trials

Providing convenient blood draws to facilitate testing for somatic alterations, biomarkers, and treatment options.

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Genetic Cancer Screening

Immunotherapy treatments designed to enhance the patient's natural defense against cancer cells.

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Precision Medicine

We support underinsured cancer patients with foundations and pharmaceutical programs to cover the out-of-pocket costs for treatment.

Financial Assistance

We offer guidance on dietary choices to develope a plan that supports your treatment and enhances well-being.

Nutritional Counseling

We provide comprehensive mental health support to help you navigate the emotional challenges of cancer through counseling and support groups.

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Mental Health Support

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Dedicated to advancing oncology care, our team of experts relentlessly pursues innovative therapies and groundbreaking research. We are committed to transforming patient outcomes through education and collaboration, ensuring access to cutting-edge solutions for those battling cancer.

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Experience cancer care tailored to your unique needs, delivered with compassion and expertise by our dedicated specialists. We are fully equipped to service our multicultural community with linguistic services.

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We provide our patients with state-of-the-art facilities and the most experienced and dedicated healthcare professionals in Bakersfield. Our certified technicians supervised by licensed pharmacists prepare oncology infusion/injectable treatments on-site in a classified sterile environment. We are equipped with state of art equipment to store and dispense oncology drugs safely and securely.

Our Facility

Team members

Meet Our Healthcare Team

Dr. Jawad Babar, MD

Chief Executive Officer

Thuy Vi Vu, MHA

Director of Research Education

Vu Phung, MD, MHA, MBA

Thomas Vu, RN, BSN

Business Marketing

Iram Khan

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Linh Phung, RN, OCN

Erica Comaianni, RN, OCN

Medical Assistant

Monse Guillen

Compounding Pharmacist

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Yasser Haykal, RPH, MBA

Amer Jawich, RPH, MBA

Alya Czar

John Montoya

Location

Monday- Friday
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Office: 661-788-5988
Fax: 661-788-5989

Oncology Research Institute

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Contact the Oncology Research Institute for inquiries about career opportunities.