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Dr. Irina Sachelarie, MD

Dr. Irina Sachelarie, MD

Medical Oncology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Irina Sachelarie, MD is a medical oncologist in Newport Beach, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Craiova Faculty of Medicine in 1997. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center and MemorialCare Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Locations

Holly Adams, LCSW

MemorialCare Cancer Institute at Breastlink Newport1441 Avocado Ave Ste 301 Newport Beach, CA 92660
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(949) 652-7871

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sachelarie is affiliated with MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Laguna Hills, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Sachelarie specializes in the areas of Hematology & Medical Oncology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Sachelarie's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sachelarie

4.1
9 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Exceptional
She is second opinion for my sister cancer and I cannot find anyone who is more responsive, more up to date and more genuine than Dr Sachelarie.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Oct 03, 2022
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I was seeing her for a hematology related issue. I got all the testing she suggested and still no diagnosis. Unfortunately, I suffered a significant health event which other physicians attributed to my blood issue. I emailed her office to inform them of this event and ask questions. The only responses I received were from her medical staff who told me she was informed of the issue and there couldn’t be a connection between the two. When I pressed the issue, I was told I needed to make an appointment to see her. At the appointment, she entered the room with attitude the size of Texas and stated that she no longer wanted to treat me. She would be referring me to another hematologist. How very unprofessional and dare you question her about YOUR medical care! Coincidentally, the issue I experienced was directly related to my blood and I’m currently being treated.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Jun 19, 2022
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Who cancels a cancer patient? Dr Sachelarie does!!! She canceled my appointment today without a call so I could reschedule. I left construction criticism 6 months ago and apparently she can only handle fantastic comments! Told her she took way too long explaining medicine and possible side effects I DID NOT need. So sophomoric Dr S canceled me wasting more of our time. All appointments took way to long to see her and appointment also took way to long! 1.5 hours is ridiculous!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Diane Schmelz – Jan 22, 2022
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I have been seeing Dr. Sachelarie for several years, she is an excellent hematologist/oncologist and has always been very up front with me (which is important.) I have had an MPN since 2008. I have been told that I also have CLL in combination with Polycythemia. I would highly recommend Dr. Sachelarie.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 29, 2021
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My mother was originally seeing another doctor in this practice and I think it’s time for him to retire . We were referred back to this office to see Dr. Sachelarie and she is absolutely an amazing specialist. She is personable , highly educated , and really gets to know her patients history and explains the how’s and why’s. She was so good with identifying and getting my mother the treatments she should have had that I transferrrd from another practice to also be under her care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Kelly in Carlisle – Feb 14, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Irina Sachelarie, MD is a medical oncologist in Newport Beach, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Craiova Faculty of Medicine in 1997. She is affiliated with medical facilities such...read more
  • Medical Oncology

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  • University Of Craiova Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Hematology
Medical Oncology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center

    24451 Health Center Dr
    Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • MemorialCare Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach

    2801 Atlantic Ave
    Long Beach, CA 90806
  • MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center

    18111 Brookhurst St
    Fountain Valley, CA 92708
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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