Marianna Koczywas, M.D.

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Medical Oncologist
4.9 (117 RATINGS)
Clinical Expertise
Hematology
Thoracic Oncology
Research Area
Thoracic Oncology
Languages
Polish
Russian
Appointments
Professor, Department of Medical Oncology & Therapeutics Research
Clinical Teams
Head and Neck Cancers
Lung Cancer and Thoracic Oncology
Mesothelioma
Research Teams
Early Therapeutics Disease
Thoracic Oncology
“Dr. K.. never gave up on me... She gave me hope when it was hopeless, she gave me options when I needed them, she gave me hugs when I needed them and saw me through some really difficult times.”  -  Patient
 
Year after year, Marianna Koczywas, M.D., is named one of "America's Top Doctors" by Castle Connolly.
 
Born in Poland, Dr. Koczywas received her medical degree from the Medical Academy of Lodz. She joined City of Hope in 1997 as a fellow in the Department of Medical Oncology & Therapeutics Research, becoming a staff physician in 2001.
 
Dr. Koczywas is heavily involved in research and clinical trials, searching for more effective drug therapies for lung cancer. She has published extensively and is a strong advocate of incorporating palliative care into cancer treatment programs.
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Education & Experience
Board Certifications

  • 2000, Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty of Hematology

  • 1997, Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine

Degrees

  • 1978-1984, Medical Academy of Lodz, Lodz, Poland, M.D., Medicine

Fellowship

  • 1999-2000, Fellow, Department of Hematology/Bone Marrow Transplantation, City of Hope, Duarte, CA.

  • 1997-1999, Fellow, Department of Medical Oncology & Therapeutics Research, City of Hope, Duarte, CA

  • 1988-1990, Obstetrician & Gynecologist, Fellow in Reproductive Endocrinology, Troczewski City Hospital, Kutno, Poland

Residency

  • 1994-1997, Resident, PGY-3, Internal Medicine, St. Francis Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA.

  • 1985-1988, Physician Resident, Troczewski City Hospital, Kutno, Poland

Internship

  • 1984-1985, Physician Intern, Department of Surgery, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics & Cynecology, The City Hospital of Lowicz, Poland

Professional Experience

  • 2001-present, Professor, Department of Medical Oncology & Therapeutics Research, City of Hope, Duarte, CA

  • 2000-2001, Private Practice, Oncology Care Medical Associates, Montebello, CA

  • 1999-2000, Fellow, Department of Hematology/Bone Marrow Transplantation, City of Hope, Duarte, CA

Awards & Memberships
Memberships

  • American Medical Association

  • Pennsylvania Medical Society

  • Southwest Oncology Group

Publications
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Ratings & Reviews
Ratings and reviews below are gathered from the Press Ganey Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CG CAHPS) survey. CG CAHPS is a standardized survey that is used to measure a patient's experience in the physician office setting. Ratings are an average of all responses to questions about a provider's care, with 5 stars being the highest.
Ratings
5.0
Know important info medical history
5.0
Show respect for what you say
5.0
Provider listen carefully to you
4.9
Spend enough time with you
4.9
Rate provider 0-10
4.9
Provider explain in way you understand
4.8
Recommend this provider office
Reviews
01/17/22
My care team is A+ and I am really happy with all of them!!!! - Verified patient
12/01/21
Dr. Koczywas explained my situation & prepared treatment so it was easily understood & my communications via the portal here answered in a timely manner. - Verified patient
11/17/21
Dr. Koczywas best dr. in my opinion the best dr. I ever seen in condition ever. She is the best. - Verified patient
11/17/21
I love my Dr. Koczywas is the best. - Verified patient
11/15/21
I am very fortunate to have Dr. Koczywas care for me. - Verified patient