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Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD

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(Dr. Nelly Awkar-Lazo, M.D)

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Specializes in: Adult Oncology and Adult Hematology

Lebanese University Faculty of Medical Sciences

Professional interests include: tracheal cancer, tumor, cancer survivorship, and more.

1801 W. Romneya Drive Suite 103
Anaheim, CA

(714) 399-0620

Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD is an oncologist in Mission Viejo, CA specializing in adult oncology and adult hematology. She graduated from Lebanese University Faculty of Medical Sciences. Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD is affiliated with MemorialCare, Orange Coast Medical Center, The Oncology Institute of Hope and Innovation, Providence, Astrana Health, THE ONCOLOGY INSTITUTE CA, A PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION, Providence Mission Hospital - Laguna Beach, Mission Hospital Leonard Cancer Institute - Mission Viejo, Providence St. Joseph Hospital - Orange, THE ONCOLOGY INSTITUTE CA A PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION, Providence Mission Hospital - Mission Viejo and Allied Pacific IPA.

Office Locations

26732 Crown Valley Parkway Suite 271
Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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Orange Coast Medical Center

1801 W. Romneya Drive Suite 103
Anaheim, CA

(714) 399-0620

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Allied Pacific IPA

26732 Crown Valley Parkway #271 Mission
Viejo, CA 92691

(949) 427-7933

(949) 341-1578

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Orange Coast Medical Center

26732 Crown Valley Parkway Suite 271
Mission Viejo, CA

(949) 427-7933

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Some issues Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD can help you with:

Anemia

Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.

An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.

Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

Thrombocytopenia (Low Platelet Count)

Thrombocytopenia is a disorder where people have too few platelets. With too few platelets in the bloodstream, the blood is unable to properly clot. People with thrombocytopenia may experience prolonged external and internal bleeding. Large purple bruises (ecchymoses) and small red skin spots (petechiae) in the skin and mouth are common in those with thrombocytopenia. Other symptoms of the disorder include bleeding gums, blood in bodily fluids, and fatigue. Thrombocytopenia most often arises from a different condition or treatment, such as alcoholism, autoimmune disease, cancer treatments, viruses (such as Hepatitis C and HIV), bone marrow diseases (such as leukemia and aplastic anemia), enlarged spleen, and exposure to toxic chemicals. In rare cases, thrombocytopenia is inherited.

If a doctor suspects a patient has a thrombocytopenia, a complete blood count (CBC) or platelet count test helps determine the concentration of platelets in a person's blood at a given time. Thrombocytopenia can be diagnosed by hematologists using advanced tests on platelet samples. Flow cytometry tests detect abnormalities by evaluating the characteristics of a platelet sample using targeted lasers and lights.

Treatments for low platelet counts include steroids like Prednisone, that can assist with platelet production. If a patient's low platelet count is caused by spleen problems, spleen removal (splenectomy) may be recommended. To treat the prolonged bleeding caused by thrombocytopenia, doctors frequently prescribe Dempressin, a hormone that promotes blood clotting. Antifibrinolytic medications such as tranexamic acid may also aid in the promotion of clotting and the prevention of bleeding. For patients with severe platelet disorders (either low platelet count and dysfunctional platelets), blood transfusions may be prescribed. Platelet blood transfusions deliver donated platelets to patients intravenously, replenishing the volume of functioning platelets.

Patients can also modify their lifestyle to better manage their disorder and minimize complications. Patients with low blood counts should avoid blood-thinning medications, alcohol, and activities that could lead to injury. Many people with thrombocytopenia can live healthy and fulfilling lives with proper treatment and precautions.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD treated as an oncologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and chemotherapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD for Medicare patients.

biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	35
blood draw	106
chemotherapy	35
doctor visit	211
hospital care	194
inpatient care	194
minimally invasive procedures	35

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	71
Female	104

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	80
Black	0
Hispanic	47
Asian	37
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	51
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	36
Less than 65	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD treated during 2016 were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol and diabetes.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	35
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	42
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	34
Diabetes	53
Dementia	33
Cancer	42

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD treated as an oncologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	69
doctor visit	181
hospital care	85
inpatient care	85
lab tests	11

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	48
Female	83

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	64
Black	0
Hispanic	34
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	46
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	14
Less than 65	25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD treated during 2017 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	49
Dementia	18
Cancer	44

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD treated as an oncologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2018 were blood draw, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	21
doctor visit	137
hospital care	12
inpatient care	12

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	34
Female	56

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	46
Black	0
Hispanic	25
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	30
From 75 to 84	28
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	40
Dementia	14
Cancer	49

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD treated as an oncologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2019 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	62
hospital care	12
inpatient care	12

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	24
Female	34

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	29
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	21
From 75 to 84	15
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	34

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	82

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD.

**Age**
From 65 to 74	20
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and cancer.

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	33

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	47

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	24
Black	0
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	16
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol and cancer.

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	46

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	91

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	19
Female	37

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	38
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	29
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, cancer and depression.

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	43

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	145

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	17
Female	42

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	36
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	35
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, cancer and depression.

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	27
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	32

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD treated as an oncologist in Mission Viejo, CA were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and chemotherapy.

biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	35
blood draw	65
chemotherapy	35
doctor visit	119
hospital care	75
inpatient care	75
lab tests	11
minimally invasive procedures	35

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	44

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	4
Non-Hispanic White	39
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	16
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	18
85 and over	6
Less than 65	6
65 to 74	31

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD From 2016 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	26
Atrial Fibrillation	6
Cancer	40
Dementia	8

Education & Training

Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD graduated from Lebanese University Faculty of Medical Sciences. She completed residency at ST. JOSEPHS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine - Certified in Medical Oncology and has a state license in California.

Medical School: Lebanese University Faculty of Medical Sciences

Residency: ST. JOSEPHS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine - Certified in Medical Oncology

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MemorialCare

Orange Coast Medical Center

The Oncology Institute of Hope and Innovation

Providence

Astrana Health

THE ONCOLOGY INSTITUTE CA, A PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION

Providence Mission Hospital - Laguna Beach

Mission Hospital Leonard Cancer Institute - Mission Viejo

Providence St. Joseph Hospital - Orange

THE ONCOLOGY INSTITUTE CA A PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION

Providence Mission Hospital - Mission Viejo

Allied Pacific IPA

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Aetna HMO, CIGNA HMO, Medicare Advantage, Anthem, Blue Shield of California and United Healthcare.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Anthem Blue Cross HMO

Aetna HMO

CIGNA HMO

Medicare Advantage

Anthem

Blue Shield of California

United Healthcare

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Mission Viejo, CA.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-01-22

Patient verified via Press Ganey

I travel from North Carolina because l really feel comfortable with Dr. Lazo and she is really helping me control my disease. Thank you

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Nelly A. Awkar Lazo, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation	$1,633 KISQALI $336	TASIGNA $261	PROMACTA $141	TAFINLAR $118	PLUVICTO $107	Other $671
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.	$1,401 OPDIVO $992	ELIQUIS $155	EMPLICITI $107	OPDUALAG $86	SPRYCEL $30	Other $29
Incyte Corporation	$1,196 JAKAFI $708	MONJUVI $266	PEMAZYRE $62	$160
Pfizer Inc.	$1,032 IBRANCE $253	ADCETRIS $124	BOSULIF $121	ELIQUIS $104	XTANDI $76	Other $354
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$864 TAGRISSO $291	CALQUENCE $207	LYNPARZA $137	IMFINZI $92	Enhertu $53	Other $85
Other	$15,367 IMBRUVICA $733	KEYTRUDA $569	Cabometyx $444	Lenvima $439	NINLARO $407	Other $12,776

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$21,249
Education	$243

Biography

Dr. Nelly Awkar-Lazo, who practices in Downey, CA, Mission Viejo, CA, and Anaheim, CA, is a medical specialist in adult hematology and adult oncology. She is a graduate of Lebanese University Faculty of Medical Sciences. She completed her residency training at Mount Sinai Medical Center. Areas of expertise for Dr. Awkar-Lazo include idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), leukopenia, and thyroid cancer. She appears to be an in-network provider for Anthem, Blue California, Aetna, and more. Dr. Awkar-Lazo (or staff) speaks Arabic, Spanish, and French. Dr. Awkar-Lazo is professionally affiliated with The Oncology Institute of Hope and Innovation, Orange Coast Medical Center, and Providence. Doctor.com reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in Mission Viejo, CA.