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Department Hematology and Medical Oncology
Primary Location Weston Hospital
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English, Spanish
Surgeon No
Locations Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Chemotherapy
  • Clinical Trials
  • Immunotherapy
  • Targeted Treatment
  • Urologic Oncology
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Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Bladder Cancer
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Head and Neck Tumors
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Laryngeal Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Oropharyngeal Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Renal Adenocarcinoma
  • Renal Cell Cancer
  • Testicular Cancer
  • Thoracic Cancer
  • Thoracic Tumors
  • Thymoma
  • Urinary Cancer
  • Urothelial Cancer
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Biography

About Rafael Arteta-Bulos, MD

Rafael Arteta-Bulos, MD is a Hematologist/Oncologist with Cleveland Clinic Florida. Dr. Arteta-Bulos, completed a fellowship at the prestigious University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center in Memphis, TN. Prior to this, Dr. Arteta-Bulos completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, MI. This was preceded by an Internship at the same institution in 2002. His academic journey began at Cayetano Heredia University School of Medicine in Lima, Peru, where he obtained his medical degree. He later pursued a Master's in Public Health from the same esteemed institution, demonstrating a commitment to addressing broader health issues beyond individual patient care.

As a board-certified specialist in Internal Medicine, with additional certifications in Medical Oncology and Hematology, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice. Dr. Arteta-Bulos’s specialty interests encompass a wide spectrum of cancers, with particular focus on genitourinary malignancies such as prostate, bladder, renal, urethral, testicular, and penile cancers. Additionally, he has an interest in lung and thyroid cancers, as well as head and neck malignancies involving the tongue, tonsillar, oropharyngeal, laryngeal, and salivary gland.

Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2019

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center
Hematology/ Oncology Fellowship
Memphis, TN USA
2013

Residency - Henry Ford Hospital
Internal Medicine
Detroit, MI USA
2004

Internship - Henry Ford Hospital
Detroit, MI USA
2002

Graduate School - Cayetano Heredia University School of Medicine
Master In Public Health
Lima,
2000

Medical Education - Cayetano Heredia University School of Medicine
Lima, Peru
1998

Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology
  • Internal Medicine - Hematology
  • Internal Medicine

Specialty Interests

Genitourinary malignancies including: Prostate cancer, Bladder cancer, Renal cancer, Urethral carcinoma, Testicular cancer, and Penile cancer. Thoracic Oncology: Lung cancer, Thyroid cancer. Head and Neck malignancies: Tongue, Tonsillar, Oropharyngeal, Laryngeal, Salivary glad.

Research & Publications

Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

Industry Relationships

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As of 7/3/2023, Dr. Arteta-Bulos has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.

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Patient Satisfaction Reviews

345 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.

Overall Star Ratings
4.8 out of 5
Explains 4.8
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.8

38 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

Dr. Arteta very caring and knowledgeable

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2024

My doctor was so very caring and knowledgeable of my condition. He took time to explain each step of my treatment and plan of future treatment. He put my mind at ease when I had questions being sure I understood everything. My concerns were his. His supporting staff was just as caring and understanding.

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2024

Dr was very caring and informative

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024

Dr. Arteta is great!

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2024

Dr. Arteta-Bulos is an excellent, caring and compassionate physician

Reviewed on Dec 11, 2023

Great Dr.

Reviewed on Dec 11, 2023

video visit experience is very good when physical presence is not required.. It saves time for both, the doctor and the patient. Also avoid the long distance driving from home to clinic.

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2023

Dr Arteta and his team are the best.

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2023

Dr. Arteta never seems rushed, and is always willing to fully answer my questions and concerns.

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2023

Short wait time encountered before seeing Dr. Arteta is more than overcome by the expertise and care he provides.

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2023

No bad experience with Dr. Arteta, he is a very good profesional and a better human person.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2023

Doctor is very thorough. He is good at explaining treatment options.

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2023

Dr. Arteta is very thorough and professional and always responds in a very concise and understandable manner.

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2023

Perfect attention of the doctors and the staff.

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2023

EXCELLENT DOCTOR

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2023

Dr. A-B always meets with me and takes the time needed to go over the issues with me. He speaks with me and listens to my concerns and/or questions. He then presents a gameplan and explains the reasoning behind it.

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2023

Dr. Arteta has saved my life with his medical expertise. I have a better quality of life due to his meticulous monitoring of me.

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2023

This doctor is always proactive, smart. Gets to know his patient and is a caring person. I am lucky and a pleasure to have him as my doctor. Also I want to mention Dr Mihur Naik with all my radiation treats. Dr Naik is a caring person that take the time to get to know you and his expertise spot radiation on my brain. He is another reason I am still here

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2023

Dr. Arteta always takes the time to answer my questions. He has more than once explained drug/treatment side effects that I did not understand.

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2023

The doctor is a great doctor and text time to let you know what's going on with his diagnosis and seems to take general concern of the patient I would highly recommend him to anybody the Cleveland clinic staff and cleanliness is second to none

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2023

Dr Arteta and his team are great, I really felt they worked as hard they could to help cure me. It really felt like he cared and was doing anything he could to help me get better.

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2023

Dr. Arteta is a very creative professional. He suggested an of label treatment that has made all the difference.

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2023

Dr. Rafa Arteta seems to genuinely care about my health, well being and satisfaction with my treatment. Thanks>

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2023

Dr Ateta Boulos is a very caring doctor. He takes time yo explain every step of my treatment. I am very grateful to have him as my physician...Amen!

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2023

My experience was very good Dr. Aretra went over my diagnosis and explained in detail what was done and what will be expected. All my questions were answered.

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2023

Dr. Aretra is very professional and courteous he went over my chart and explained my diagnosis. He went over the process of my treatment on what is expected. All my questions were answered and I feel now that I am in great hands with Dr. Aretra and Dr. Patterson it has been immensely helpful feeling that confident that I will be cured. Thank you for caring

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2023

Dr Arteta is a wonderful doctor and we're blessed to be under his care!

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2023

Dr Arteta is a smart, kind Doctor who saved my life and always gives me good advice

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2023

Doctor Rafael Arteta band you assistant give the best service.

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2023

Never had a problem always on time, He monitors my progress so if I need be to seen he makes arrangement. Best doctor

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2023

The video visit was very encouraging, comforting. Rafael. Bulos is the best Doctor I've had with my medical condition. He is very loving and caring in his care I feel that I have hope. The staff is always kind and caring. And on top of my health along with the doctor making everything is up to date.

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2023

I was very pleased with my visit to see the doctor in a quick time

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2023

It wasn't the news I wanted to hear but glad dr was straight forward

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2023

Dr Arteta is thorough and professional and friendly.

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2023

Dr. Arteta answered all my questions and quickly explained the cause of the symptoms I had been experiencing.

Reviewed on May 9, 2023

Very Happy with having Doctor Rafael- Bulos. I am going to bring him some Vermont Maple Syrup on my next visit!

Reviewed on May 2, 2023

*Dr. Arteta is one of the finest physicians that has ever provided care for me.

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2023

Dr. Arteta is wonderful; compassionate and very interested in my well being.

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