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Aileen Z. Novero,

M.D.

Medical Oncologist and Hematologist

5 (302 Ratings)
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Location
South Bay
5215 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90503
Specialties
Hematologic Oncology
Medical Oncology
Education
Medical school:
Board Certifications
  • Medical Oncology Board Certification

  • Internal Medicine Board Certification

Degrees
  • 2007, M.D., Medical School, Ross University School of Medicine
    Roseau, Commonwealth of Dominica

  • 2002, B.S., Organismic Biology, Ecology and Evolution, University of California, Los Angeles, CA

Fellowship
  • 2014, Hematology-Oncology, Westchester Medical Center, New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY

Residency
  • 2010, Internal Medicine

Internship
  • 2008, Internal Medicine, Richmond University Medical Center, Staten Island, NY

Professional Experience
  • 2021-present, Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Medical Oncology & Therapeutics Research, City of Hope, Torrance, CA

  • 2014-2020, Medical Oncologist, Oncology Institute of Hope and Innovation, Downey, CA

  • 2010-2011, Medical Student Clerkship Director, Department of Internal Medicine, Richmond University Medical Center, Staten Island, NY

Academic Appointments
  • Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Medical Oncology & Therapeutics Research
About Me

Aileen Z. Novero, M.D., is a medical oncologist and hematologist at City of Hope® South Bay, where she is committed to giving her patients access to the most up-to-date cancer treatment options, including immunotherapy and targeted therapies, many of which are offered through clinical trials. Inspired by the strength and hope of the people she cares for, Dr. Novero believes in forming strong, lasting relationships with her patients that are built on compassion and open communication. 

Fluent in Tagalog, Dr. Novero received her medical degree from Ross University in the Commonwealth of Dominica. She then completed her internship and residency at Richmond University in New York City, followed by a fellowship in oncology and hematology at New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York. Dr. Novero was honored with multiple awards throughout her training. Her current research focuses on treatments and side effects related to blood cancers. 

When she’s not caring for patients, Dr. Novero enjoys spending time in her garden.

Patient reviews
The patient ratings and comments on this page are obtained from an external Press Ganey® outpatient survey provided to all eligible City of Hope patients within one to two weeks of their treatment occurrence. Raw data from the answers to the survey questions about our physicians are calculated by Press Ganey into a one- to five- star rating. In the spirit of transparency, all patient comments are posted as written by the patient, whether they are positive or negative. We only exclude comments if they are deemed to be slanderous or libelous, contain profanity or vulgar language, or do not relate to the patient's experience with the doctor involved. As a result, the comments are the views and opinions of the patients surveyed and are not endorsed by, and may not necessarily reflect the opinion of, City of Hope.
May 26, 2025
5.0
"I love my Oncologist Dr.Novero. She is amazing. She is so understanding, kind, thoughtful and caring. She answers my questions to the point that I am able to understand treatment or results. I don't have anything negative to say about her. She's just a great doctor."
May 22, 2025
5.0
"Dr. Novero is excellent, and I feel confident having her guide me through any medical issues."
May 16, 2025
5.0
"Dr Novero is very kind and knowledgeable in her speciality. Explains EVERYTHING! And makes sure you understand."
May 14, 2025
5.0
"Great experience"
May 14, 2025
5.0
"Great experience"
May 14, 2025
5.0
"What a caring fantastic MD!!!"
May 13, 2025
5.0
"Very good"
May 13, 2025
5.0
"Very good"
Apr 30, 2025
4.9
"Always informative and patient. Shows she has studied my test and explains but may talk a little fast sometimes but I can deal with that. I trust DrNovero."
Apr 27, 2025
5.0
"Excellent"
Apr 27, 2025
5.0
"Good"
Apr 22, 2025
5.0
"I recommend her to family and aquaintants"
Apr 18, 2025
5.0
"I want City of Hope stay with my health Insurance Forever please !!"
Apr 1, 2025
5.0
"Dr Novero Is the best!"
Feb 26, 2025
5.0
"I was very impressed and happy with Dr Novero."
Feb 19, 2025
5.0
"Great team"
Feb 6, 2025
5.0
"Dr Novero is the best and she listens and takes time with me."
Jan 31, 2025
4.9
"Recommending her service to someone should be 10 but 5 is the highest that you guys provided."
Jan 30, 2025
5.0
"Very good"
Jan 30, 2025
5.0
"Very good"
Jan 19, 2025
5.0
"[...] Dr. Novero could not be better regarding my care."
Jan 19, 2025
5.0
"Always loving"
Jan 1, 2025
5.0
"I like Dr. Novero very much. She is very attentive and caring. However, I hope never to have to recommend my friends or family to a Hematologist."
Dec 30, 2024
5.0
"Dr Novero is a Blessing to my care team She has been the best Doctor over my care since I been on this journey in 2016 and Ive seen a lot of Doctors."
Dec 29, 2024
5.0
"My Doctor Greeted me with a smile. Cheerful and up beat.was very professional"
Dec 25, 2024
5.0
"Dr. Novero was sweet and kind listening to all my concerns and answering all of my questions and explaining my treatments so I can understand"
Dec 25, 2024
5.0
"Will recommended to friends and family"
Dec 20, 2024
5.0
"I have already recommended one person that will be going to City of Hope."
Dec 19, 2024
5.0
"Good"
Dec 19, 2024
5.0
"Good"
Sep 20, 2024
5.0
"Good"
Sep 20, 2024
5.0
"Very good"
Sep 14, 2024
5.0
"Very good."
Sep 14, 2024
5.0
"I had A very good experience."
Sep 12, 2024
5.0
"Dr Novero has a way of showing her professionalism along with empathy"
Aug 30, 2024
5.0
"I'm very satisfied with Dr Novero and her concerns about my health. [...]"
Aug 30, 2024
5.0
"All good"
Aug 30, 2024
5.0
"Great from the start."
Aug 23, 2024
5.0
"Dr. Novero is an excellent doctor."
Aug 16, 2024
5.0
"My Doctor is the best of the best"
Aug 16, 2024
5.0
"No bad experience, they're all great"
Aug 15, 2024
5.0
"I was provided great care."
Aug 14, 2024
5.0
"Everyone has always been so caring"
Aug 6, 2024
4.4
"Dr Novero is very excellent in attending to my concerns issues able to explain everything in understanding way possible"
Jul 23, 2024
5.0
"Dr Novero is a good listener and explainer. I am completely confident that I am receiving the best possible care from her"
Jul 16, 2024
5.0
"I had a good experience."
Jul 16, 2024
5.0
"Every thing was great."
Jul 15, 2024
5.0
"Provider was the best Doctor I have encountered in my entire adult life. She not only reviewed all test results with me but made sure I understood what each one was for and any action needed for the ones that were out of the good range."