Dr. Rajesh Kukunoor MD
Hematology and Medical Oncology
Experience
Ironwood Cancer and Research Centers
Scottsdale, AZ | July 2005 – Present
Hematologist/Oncologist
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Cleveland, OH | July 2002 – June 2005
Fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology
Education
Drexel University College of Medicine
Philadelphia, PA |Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship| July 2009 – June 2010
Neurology Residency| West Virginia University| Morgantown, WV |July 2006 – June 2009
Prince George’s Hospital Center
Buffalo, NY | 2004-2007
Residency in Internal Medicine
NTR University of Health Sciences
Vijayawada, India | 1996-2002
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
Research & Publications
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Lung with Metastasis to the GI Tract Associated with EGFR Exon 19 Deletion
Weiss GJ, Liman AK, Allen J, Cheung PY, Kukunoor RN | 2013
Case Rep Med.
Clinical Significance of Cytogenetics in Multiple Myeloma and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Shah J, Kukunoor R, Theil C, Kaylacio M | 2004
Laboratory Medicine
Rituximab Therapy For Chronic Relapsing Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura
Kukunoor R, Koo A, Mekhail T | 2004
Journal of Clinical Apheresis
T-cell Subsets as a Predictor of the Effects of IL-2 Maintenance Therapy (MT) on Progression Free Survival (PFS) and Overall Survival (OS) in Multiple Myeloma (MM)
Kukunoor R, O’Brien E, Elson P, Platt L, Snyder J, Hussein M | 2003
American Society of Hematology
Targeted Therapy for Lung Cancer
Kukunoor R, Shah J, Mekhail T | 2003
Current Oncology Reports
Cardiac Tamponade in a Hypothyroid Patient Presenting with Severe Systemic Hypertension
Puthumana J, Akthar N, Kukunoor R | 1999
American College of Physicians, Michigan Chapter Annual Scientific Meeting
Brain Metastasis: A Rare Presentation of Pancreatic Carcinoma – A Case Report and Review of Literature
Mahakala A, Kukunoor R | 1999
American College of Physicians, Michigan Chapter Annual Scientific Meeting
Broncholithiasis: A Rare Cause of Hemoptysis
Kukunoor R | 1999
American College of Physicians, Michigan Chapter Annual Scientific Meeting
Disseminated Nocardiosis Presenting as Right-Sided Weakness in a Patient on Chronic Steroid Therapy
Karim S, Kukunoor R | 1998
American College of Physicians, Michigan Chapter Annual Scientific Meeting
Proximal Myopathy in a Healthy 32-year-old Female: An Unusual Presentation of Graves’ Disease
Kukunoor R, Andersen J | 1998
American College of Physicians, Michigan Chapter Annual Scientific Meeting
Certifications/Awards/Recognitions
Board Certified in Hematology
American Board of Internal Medicine | 2004
Board Certified in Medical Oncology
American Board of Internal Medicine | 2003
Board Certified in Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine | 2000
Clinical Excellence Award
Cleveland Clinic Foundation | 2004
Outstanding Resident Award
Wayne State University | 1999
Gold Medal in Microbiology
Osmania Medical College | 1990
Honors in Pharmacology
Osmania Medical College | 1989
Patient Reviews
“In 2009, a tumor was discovered on my liver. That is when I met Dr Kukunoor. He thoroughly explained everything, listened to my concerns and fears, gave me positive, caring support throughout treatment and in the following years. I saw him recently for my 10 year cancer free appointment! He rejoiced with me. I can’t say enough great things about this wonderful, caring doctor.”
Sally S. | 4 years ago
“Dr. Kukunoor has been my dad’s Cancer Dr. for over 15 years or so. Dr. K helped my dad beat Colon Cancer and then Dr. K helped him beat Prostate Cancer and just recently, Dr. K helped him beat a rare Melanoma Cancer under his thumb. Dr. K knows what he is doing and has the greatest bedside manner. He will spend time with you answering your questions and even repeating himself without irritation or annoyance.”
Tanya Roof | 4 years ago
“Dr Kukunoor saved my adorable mother’s life. He is ALWAYS cordial and very personable. She is VERY challenging at times and he managed her with a great balance of strength and compassion. Thank you KuKu!”
Erika Feinberg | 5 years ago
“If you are searching for a Board-Certified Oncologist, this is the guy! Our PCP recommended him. He is truly outstanding.”
Anonymous | 2022
“I have been with Dr. Kukunoor for several years. He is very knowledgeable, compassionate, and has a great team working with him.”
Anonymous | 2021/01/01
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“Dr. Kukunoor is an excellent doctor who truly cares about his patients. He takes the time to listen and explains everything thoroughly. Highly recommend.”
Anonymous | 2020/10/01
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