Name: Dr. Joseph R. Mikhael, MD

Specialty: Hematology (General Hematology)

Qualification/Board Certification: Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine

Affiliation(s): HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center; Scottsdale Healthcare Corp

Location (City/State): Scottsdale, Arizona

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Contact office to confirm

NPI Number: 1972781581

About the Doctor

Dr. Joseph R. Mikhael is an exceptionally distinguished and patient-celebrated hematologist practicing in Scottsdale, Arizona, with over 21 years of clinical expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of blood disorders and blood cancers. He earned his medical degree from the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine, a highly respected Canadian medical institution known for producing outstanding clinicians and researchers, and has gone on to build one of the most accomplished hematology careers in the Southwest United States. His extensive record of professional awards, honors, and publications — spanning dozens of recognitions and a remarkably prolific body of scholarly work — firmly establishes Dr. Mikhael as not only a skilled clinician but also a leading figure in hematological research and medical education.

Dr. Mikhael practices at Scottsdale Healthcare Corp alongside a distinguished team of oncologists and hematologists, and is affiliated with HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, which is ranked number 3 in Arizona by U.S. News & World Report and recognized as a U.S. News Best Hospital with high-performing designations in leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma, colon cancer surgery, lung cancer surgery, and prostate cancer surgery. This world-class institutional setting provides Dr. Mikhael’s patients with access to cutting-edge diagnostics, treatments, and clinical trials that reflect the very latest advances in hematological care. He holds an active Arizona State Medical License through 2027 and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, Aetna, Cigna, Humana, Elevance, and United Healthcare insurance plans. Patients consistently award him a perfect 5 out of 5 rating, with across-the-board excellent scores for follow-up care, time spent with patients, and his caring attitude — qualities that are especially vital in the deeply personal and often difficult journey of hematological illness.

Key highlights about Dr. Mikhael:

• Over 21 years of clinical experience in hematology and blood cancer management
• Medical degree from the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine
• Perfect 5/5 patient rating from 12 verified reviews
• Recipient of 5 patient experience awards including Patients’ Top Choice and Great Bedside Manner
• Affiliated with HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, ranked number 3 in Arizona
• Hospital recognized as high performing in leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma care
• Prolific publication record with dozens of peer-reviewed scholarly contributions
• Extensive professional awards and honors throughout his career
• Active Arizona State Medical License through 2027
• Accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and multiple major insurance plans

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine

Residency: Internal Medicine or Hematology (specific institution not listed in available data)

Fellowship/Additional Training: Not listed in available data; subspecialty focus in General Hematology with extensive scholarly and clinical expertise in blood cancers including leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma

Medical Conditions Treated

Dr. Mikhael specializes in the full spectrum of blood, bone marrow, and lymphatic system disorders, with particular clinical depth in hematological malignancies treated at a nationally high-performing cancer center:

• Multiple myeloma and plasma cell disorders
• Leukemia (acute and chronic, including ALL, AML, CLL, CML)
• Lymphoma (Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin lymphoma)
• Anemia and red blood cell disorders
• Clotting disorders and coagulopathies (DVT, pulmonary embolism, thrombophilia)
• Bleeding disorders (hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, ITP)
• Bone marrow failure syndromes including aplastic anemia
• Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS)
• Myeloproliferative neoplasms (polycythemia vera, essential thrombocythemia)
• Sickle cell disease and hemoglobinopathies
• Thrombocytopenia and platelet disorders
• Lymphadenopathy and enlarged lymph nodes
• Monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS)
• Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia and other rare blood cancers

Medical Procedures Performed

• Comprehensive hematological evaluations and blood disorder assessments
• Bone marrow biopsy and aspiration for diagnostic purposes
• Peripheral blood smear interpretation and complete blood count analysis
• Flow cytometry and molecular diagnostic testing
• Chemotherapy administration and management for blood cancers
• Immunotherapy and targeted therapy oversight
• Stem cell transplant evaluation and coordination
• Plasmapheresis and therapeutic apheresis
• Lumbar puncture for central nervous system involvement assessment
• Management of anticoagulation therapy for clotting disorders
• Clinical trial enrollment and research protocol management
• Port placement coordination and infusion therapy oversight
• Transfusion management and blood product therapy
• Genetic and molecular testing for hereditary blood disorders

Services Offered

Dr. Joseph R. Mikhael offers a comprehensive and highly specialized range of hematology services at his Scottsdale, Arizona practice, serving patients with both benign blood disorders and complex hematological malignancies at one of the Southwest’s premier cancer care institutions. His practice reflects a rare combination of exceptional clinical skill, a deeply compassionate patient-centered approach, and a robust academic commitment to advancing the field through research and publication — qualities that make him one of the most sought-after hematologists in the Arizona region.

For patients diagnosed with blood cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma, or multiple myeloma, Dr. Mikhael provides expert diagnostic evaluation and individualized treatment planning that draws on the latest evidence-based protocols and, where appropriate, access to clinical trials available through HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center. His hospital’s nationally recognized high-performing designations in leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma care mean that his patients benefit from a full ecosystem of specialized oncology resources, including advanced imaging, molecular diagnostics, multidisciplinary tumor boards, and stem cell transplant programs, all within a single, integrated system. The collaborative environment at Scottsdale Healthcare Corp — where he works alongside oncologists specializing in a broad range of cancer types — further ensures that patients with complex or overlapping diagnoses receive fully coordinated, subspecialty-level care.

For patients with non-malignant blood disorders such as anemia, clotting disorders, bleeding conditions, and bone marrow failure syndromes, Dr. Mikhael provides thorough diagnostic workups and evidence-based treatment strategies tailored to each patient’s specific condition and health goals. His patients consistently praise the time he devotes to each appointment and the quality of his follow-up care, reflecting a practice philosophy centered on genuine engagement, transparency, and long-term partnership with patients navigating some of the most challenging diagnoses in medicine.

Key services include:

• Comprehensive hematological consultation and diagnostic evaluation
• Blood cancer diagnosis and treatment (leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma)
• Bone marrow biopsy and aspiration for diagnostic assessment
• Chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy management
• Stem cell transplant evaluation and coordination
• Clotting and bleeding disorder diagnosis and management
• Anticoagulation therapy management for DVT and pulmonary embolism
• Anemia and red blood cell disorder evaluation and treatment
• Myeloproliferative and myelodysplastic syndrome management
• Clinical trial access and research protocol enrollment
• Transfusion therapy and blood product management
• Genetic and molecular testing for hereditary hematological conditions
• Multidisciplinary cancer care coordination within HonorHealth network
• Telehealth consultations (contact office for availability)
• Online appointment booking

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna – EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO
• Cigna – PPO
• CMS Medicare – Medicare
• Elevance – EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO
• Humana – Medicare, PPO
• United Healthcare – HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: 10510 N 92nd Street, Suite 200, Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Phone: (480) 323-1350

Hospital Affiliations

• HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center – Scottsdale, AZ (U.S. News Best Hospital | Ranked #3 in Arizona | High Performing in Leukemia, Lymphoma & Myeloma, Colon Cancer Surgery, Lung Cancer Surgery, and Prostate Cancer Surgery)