Steven H. Applebaum, MD
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Steven H. Applebaum, MD

  • Hematology Oncology
Average rating: 5.0
 
Pasadena Cancer Care |

About

Dr. Steven Applebaum is a hematologist and medical oncologist who sees patients with all types of cancer and blood disorders in the UCLA Health Pasadena office. He has practiced in the office for more than 20 years, and has a specialized interest in research and enrolling patients in clinical trials.

Dr. Applebaum received his medical degree from the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine. He then completed both his internal medicine residency and his hematology and medical oncology fellowship at Harbor – UCLA Medical Center. He earlier earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from University of California, San Diego. He is board certified in hematology and medical oncology.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Applebaum is an associate clinical professor in the Division of Hematology-Oncology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Hematology.

When he’s not working, Dr. Applebaum enjoys training for and running marathons, reading, and spending time with his family.

Languages

English, Spanish

Education

Fellowships

Medical Oncology, Harbor - UCLA Medical Center, 1996
Hematology, Harbor - UCLA Medical Center, 1994

Residency

Internal Medicine, Harbor - UCLA Medical Center, 1993

Internship

Internal Medicine, Harbor - UCLA Medical Center, 1991

Degree

MD, Keck School of Medicine of the USC, 1990

Recognitions

Locations

UCLA Health Pasadena Cancer Care
San Gabriel Valley

Pasadena Cancer Care

Medical Oncology| Hematology| Breast Medical Oncology +2 more specialties

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
  • Medicare Advantage
  • MultiPlan
  • UFCM Health System
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare

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Recognitions

  • Top Doctors, Los Angeles Magazine, 2021 - 2025
  • Super Doctors® Southern California 2022, 2023, 2025
  • Top Doctors, Los Angeles Magazine, 2018

Reviews

Overall Rating:
5.0
594 total ratings | 294 reviews
5.0
October 29, 2025
Good helpful visit
5.0
October 28, 2025
Very professional and easy to talk to. Always listens when I explain what's bothering me. Very patient .
5.0
October 27, 2025
He is knowledgeable and very down to earth
5.0
October 27, 2025
Every medical practice should run this well. From the moment I walked into the reception area to the moment I left the office, every person I encountered treated me with kindness, dignity and good humor. The person who drew blood should teach everyone else how to do this. Zero pain. And of course, Dr. Applebaum is in a league all his own with respect to skills, demeanor and his ability to bring comfort and confidence to a difficult and stressful time.
5.0
October 25, 2025
Amazing care