M.D.
Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist; Staff Physician, Department of Hematology & Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation, City of Hope Cancer Center Duarte
University of California at San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego, CA
Pediatrics, Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA
Jerry Cheng, M.D., is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist who specializes in pediatric bone marrow transplantation and serves as a member of the City of Hope®/Kaiser Bone Marrow Transplantation Team. As a blood and cancer specialist for children, he says it’s a privilege to care for patients and their families during some of their most challenging moments.
Dr. Cheng works closely with a multidisciplinary team — including oncologists, pharmacists, nurse coordinators, pediatric nurses, social workers and medical assistants — to provide comprehensive, coordinated care. He emphasizes that strong communication is essential and believes in treating the whole child — mind, body and spirit.
He earned his medical degree from the University of California, Irvine, and completed his pediatric internship, residency and fellowship in pediatric hematology-oncology at UCLA Medical Center.
Originally from Oahu, Hawaii, Dr. Cheng still visits the islands yearly to enjoy the warm weather and welcoming community. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, staying active and playing golf.