Samaritan Welcomes Sushanth Kakarla, MD July 21, 2022 Sushanth Kakarla, MD, has joined Samaritan Hematology & Oncology Consultants through a collaboration with Oregon Oncology Specialists. He sees patients with all types of cancer and blood disorders. Dr. Kakarla earned a medical degree at Osmania Medical College. He completed residency training and a fellowship in hematology and oncology at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He is specialized in using novel targeted and immunotherapy options, in addition to conventional chemotherapy. Dr. Kakarla is passionate about providing sophisticated, personalized care to his patients. “Recent therapeutic advances in hematology and oncology inspired me to pursue this field,” he said. He chose to practice at Samaritan because he felt welcome in the community and was impressed with the Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center. “I look forward to delivering high-quality cancer care,” he said. Dr. Kakarla can be reached by calling Samaritan Hematology & Oncology Consultants – Corvallis at 541-768-4950.
