Oncology
Syma Iqbal, M.D.
Associate Professor of Medicine, Keck School of Medicine; Section Chief, Gastrointestinal Oncology; Associate Cancer Physician in Chief, USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center; Medical Director, Ambulatory/Infusion and Inpatient Services, Norris Cancer Hospital
Dr. Syma Iqbal is a medical oncologist specializing in gastrointestinal cancers, including esophageal, gastric, colorectal, pancreatic, and neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) such as GI NETs, pancreatic NETs, and lung NETs. With over 24 years of experience, she serves as Associate Professor of Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of USC and Section Chief of Gastrointestinal Oncology at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. She holds key leadership roles, including Associate Cancer Physician in Ch
30+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Medical Oncology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
- Hematology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
- Internal Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education & Training
- Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California — M.D., 1995
- Keck School of Medicine of USC / Keck Hospital of USC — Fellowship, Hematology/Oncology, 1998-2001
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Residency, Internal Medicine, 1996-1998
Peer Recognition
2019-2025 (7 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Keck Hospital of USC
- LAC+USC Medical Center
Languages
English, Urdu
Experience
30+ years in practice