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Heidar J. Albandar, MD

4.9
Medical Oncology, Hematology
484-503-4673

Locations & Contact

St. Luke's Hematology Oncology Specialists - Stroudsburg
St. Luke's Monroe Campus - Medical Office Building
200 St. Luke's Lane
Suite 100
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
484-503-4673
833-222-9420

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St. Luke's Hematology Oncology Specialists - Allentown
St. Luke's Cancer Center - Allentown
240 Cetronia Road
Suite 225 South
Allentown, PA 18104
484-503-4673
833-222-9419

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St. Luke's Hematology Oncology Specialists - Allentown
St. Luke's Cancer Center - Sacred Heart
325 North 5th Street
Floor 1
Allentown, PA 18102
484-503-4673
833-222-9420

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About Me

GU Oncology Program – Medical Co-Director (Allentown)

I practice hematology and medical oncology with a passion in knowing that I can make an impact in treating these serious conditions.  My goal is to help patients make individual treatment decisions that are appropriate for their individual situations and to be an advocate for them throughout their journey. 

The bulk of my education was in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and my love for biochemistry and medicine led to my profound interest in health care and the need to serve within this field.   I have a special interest in genitourinary and thoracic Oncology.

As someone who grew up in the suburbs of Philadelphia, I am well acquainted with the Lehigh Valley and the proud heritage of this region.  There is nowhere else that I would rather work! I enjoy traveling and meeting new people and spend most of my free time with my wife and 2 kids.

Education

Temple University School of Medicine, 2015
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medici, 2015 - 2016
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medici, 2016 - 2018
WVU J.W Ruby Memorial Hospital, 2018 - 2021

Ratings & Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions from our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of St. Luke’s University Health Network.

 

Overall Score

4.9 out of 5
226 ratings , 46 reviews

Patient Reviews

09/03/2024
All went well.

08/16/2024
Always good with Heidar Albandar

08/08/2024
Heida Albandar and staff were excellent.

07/26/2024
Dr Albandar has been treating mefor the last year. He is an excellent doctor and has helped me alot.

07/21/2024
Heidar Albandar was attentive, compassionate and answered my questions. He knew all my history

07/20/2024
My cancer is in remission - Dr Albendar must have given me the right kinds of chemo

07/14/2024
Very pleased with Heidar Albandar pleasant and thorough

07/03/2024
The doctor is great and I know he is looking out for me .

06/09/2024
The Doctor and his staff provided excellent care for me on such a short notice

06/06/2024
Dr Albandar very polite and very professionaland seemed very genuiely interested in my health

06/02/2024
"This provider" is my oncologist. He does not supply routine care, so many of the initial questions don't really apply to our relationship. He was not my doctor during my initial bout of cancer; he was not even my first oncologist. However, I've now seen him three times, and he is very much up to speed on my case, and I have complete trust in him that he will be there for me if I need him. He is very knowledgeable and thorough, and as we have gotten to know each other, I feel better and better about working with him. The staff at this facility has always been excellent, and that continues with Dr. Albandar.

05/26/2024
I was handled in a very professional manner

05/23/2024
Always good!

05/10/2024
Very good experience and helpful vist.

04/30/2024
This provider was outstanding.

04/29/2024
Good doctor

04/27/2024
Blood tests results sent directly to me through my chart.

04/14/2024
Dr. Was very understanding andanswered all questuons.

04/12/2024
New patient visit. Excellent experience.

04/09/2024
Good

04/08/2024
It was my first time meeting with Dr. Albandar and he made me feel very comfortable. He listened to my questions and was able to give me answers. Very professional.

04/04/2024
Dr Albandar was excellent. He presented my case at tumor board and answered my after visit questions by messaging on line promptly. Great care. Thank you.

04/04/2024
Dr. Albandar is the best. He has taken great care of me and I credit him and the retired surgeon Dr Andrew smith with saving my life. Dr. Albandar is kind and compassionate. He has guided me thru this journey with cancer and I wouldn't want anyone else as my Oncologist.

04/03/2024
My experience was entirely satisfactory.

02/17/2024
Everyone was very competent and friendly

02/06/2024
Dr.Albander, is very kind and shows Compassion and understanding he is a great doctor! Very thorough..

02/05/2024
DOCTOR ALBANDAR AND OFFICE PERSONNEL VERY HELPFUL AND ATTENTITIVE.

02/04/2024
I was handled in a very professional manner

01/27/2024
Very good

01/26/2024
I just love all the physicians and there staff. Nothing but the best to say about all of them.

01/22/2024
Throughout my diagnosis, care plan and follow up Dr. Albandar has been caring and supportive throughout. Excellent care.

01/22/2024
Former doctor retired I am satisfied with new doctor

01/21/2024
Very please.

01/19/2024
Dr Albandar is patient and answers all questions thoroughly.

01/07/2024
Excellent visit.

12/20/2023
Good

12/04/2023
This was only my second visit with Dr. Albandar. We are still developing a relationship. I am impressed with his knowledge, his preparation for my visit and his attention to details. I am being monitored because I had thyroid cancer surgery 6 1/2 years ago. I am very informed about my condition and don't need tons of advice. What I liked was that Dr. Albandar recognized that he was dealing with someone who had informed opinions, and he was willing to listen and make my treatment a partnership. The staff in this office is EXTREMELY efficient and very welcoming.

12/03/2023
Experiment was good

11/12/2023
Very good and professional

11/10/2023
Dr. Albandar is very professional. He is patient and answers all questions in detail. And he explains test results thoroughly.

11/06/2023
Dr Albandar was pleasant and knowledgeable. Happy with him taking over for my previous doctor who retired.

11/05/2023
An excellent appointment He was very professional friendly informative & very knowledgeable He was thoughtful kind & compassionate as he informed me about my health issue cancer He was concerned about my traveling to Allentown when there was a Dr in his field only few miles from my home & His staff made an appointment for me with the other Dr Thank you to all wonderful colleagues & staff

11/04/2023
Dr. Albandar and his staff are amazing. He's guided me through a very difficult time in my life and worked to assure my longevity. I would highly recommend treating him like gold!

11/04/2023
Very nice doctor

11/03/2023
Pleasant effencient and courteous

11/03/2023
I was handled very professionally