The 20 Best Anal Cancer Doctors Near Me in Renton, WA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 130 doctor with experience in Anal Cancer near Renton, WA. Of these, 90 are Experienced, 17 are Advanced, 6 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Anal Cancer
    Oncology | Hematology
    Elite in Anal Cancer
    Oncology | Hematology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Aboulafia, MD, has special interest in AIDS/HIV, viral syndromes, general hematology including coagulation and hemostasis, lympho and myeloproliferative disorder, leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, primary and subspecialty, and HIV-associated malignancies, benign hematology including disorders of coagulation and thrombosis, HIV primary and subspecialty care AIDS defining (Kaposi's sarcoma, lymphoma) and HIV-associated cancer. Dr. Aboulafia is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Anal Cancer, Kaposi Sarcoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, and Splenectomy. Dr. Aboulafia is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty In Medical Oncology, Subspecialty In Hematology, Subspecialty In HIV Clinical Care. Dr. Aboulafia is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Anal Cancer
    Distinguished in Anal Cancer

    Medical Oncology - Swedish Cancer Institute First Hill

    1221 Madison Street, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Somasundaram Subramaniam is a Medical Oncologist at the Swedish Cancer Institute in Seattle, Washington and a 2021 Seattle Met Top Doctor Award winner. He has specialized expertise in the management of Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancers. This includes common cancers like colon and rectal cancers and also less common cancers like stomach cancer, neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) and liver and bile duct cancers. He also treats patients with lung cancer and kidney cancer. Dr. Soma chose to pursue a career in Oncology to help patients diagnosed with very serious illnesses and their families by providing hope, education and the best opportunities for treatment and cure. He is thrilled to be working with at Swedish, which has an excellent group of caring and highly-trained physicians, nurses and providers who all work very closely together with a robust multi-disciplinary team approach.. Dr. Subramaniam is an investigator on several clinical trials and a key member of the Personalized Medicine Research Program at Swedish, which focuses on the using a tumor’s DNA mutations to target it with newer drugs. The Swedish Cancer Institute prioritizes opening cutting-edge clinical trials to ensure patients have access to the latest innovations in cancer therapy. Dr. Subramaniam graduated from medical school at the National University of Singapore and obtained sub-specialty training during his fellowship at Stanford University, which was supported by a T32 training grant awarded by the National Institutes of Health. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. Dr. Subramaniam also earned a Master of Science degree in Epidemiology and Clinical Research from Stanford. In addition to treating patients with cancer, Dr. Subramaniam is the Medical Director of the Cancer Control program, which emphasizes preventative measures and appropriate cancer screening, to reduce the incidence and burden of cancer in our community. Dr. Subramaniam is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Nerve Decompression, and Laminectomy. Dr. Subramaniam is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Subramaniam is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Anal Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Anal Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    TIROG - Swedish Cancer Inst - Radiation Oncology - First Hill

    1221 Madison Street, Suite 1, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mehta is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2024 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. He enjoys working with patients and family members. There are a wide variety of treatment options available for nearly every patient, so it is important to spend as much time as is needed in order to weight the benefits and risks to any particular approach. He feels that it is important that communication is open and honest. The goals of treatment, whether it is going for cure or maximizing quality of life should be openly discussed and re-discussed as the need arises. Dr. Mehta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer). Dr. Mehta is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Mehta is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Anal Cancer
    Distinguished in Anal Cancer

    Cascade Primary Care

    3915 Talbot Rd S Ste 300, 
    Renton, WA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michelle Zhang is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Renton, Washington. Dr. Zhang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. She is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Anal Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Anal Cancer
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Anal Cancer
    General Surgery

    Valley Surgical Associates P.S.

    4011 Talbot Rd S Ste 420, 
    Renton, WA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Greta Bernier is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Renton, Washington. Dr. Bernier is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Anal Fissure, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Anal Cancer
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Anal Cancer
    General Surgery

    Uw Medicine/Valley Medical Center

    400 S 43rd St, 
    Renton, WA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Phillip Dean is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Renton, Washington. Dr. Dean is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

    General Surgery
    General Surgery

    Swedish Surgical Specialists - Issaquah

    751 Northeast Blakely Drive, Suite 4020, 
    Issaquah, WA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My clinical interests include endocrine surgery (thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands), breast surgery, advanced laparoscopy, colon cancer, and gastrointestinal surgery. I am committed to providing the highest quality of care to each of my patients. I believe in pairing my clinical experience and skills with the patients own beliefs and preferences, in order to give guidance for important decisions and formulate a personalized care plan. My patients can be assured that they will receive excellent care, with emphasis on minimally invasive approaches for the fastest possible return to work and family life. I believe that attention to the best cosmetic result after surgery is also very important for patient satisfaction. I strive to treat each patient with compassion and respect, making sure they understand the rationale and expectations for their surgical experience. The multidisciplinary approach for cancer treatment is an important aspect of my practice. Dr. Eden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Eden is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Eden is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Anal Cancer
    Advanced in Anal Cancer

    Medical Oncology - Swedish Cancer Institute First Hill

    1221 Madison Street, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gold is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2024 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. Dr. Gold is Director of Clinical Research and the Program Leader for the Gastrointestinal (GI) Oncology Program at the Swedish Cancer Institute in Seattle, Washington. In 1991, Dr. Gold obtained his degree in medicine with a distinction in research at the University of Miami School of Medicine in Florida. He then completed an internal medicine internship and residency at the University of Washington. Dr. Gold received the Amgen Oncology Fellowship Award while he was training in medical oncology at the University of Washington School of Medicine and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Presently, he is board certified in medical oncology. Dr. Gold’s clinical investigations on GI tumors, and particularly colorectal cancer treatment, can be found in peer-reviewed publications like the Journal of Clinical Oncology, Seminars in Oncology, and Cancer Investigation. Furthermore, he currently serves as a member of the NCI Colon Task Force, and the Southwest Oncology Group, where he serves as the subcommittee co-chair for colon cancer. In his free time, Dr. Gold enjoys photography and spending time with his wife and three sons. Dr. Gold is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Lynch Syndrome. Dr. Gold is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gold is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Anal Cancer
    Distinguished in Anal Cancer

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bruce Lin, MD, specializes in hematology and medical oncology, liver cancer, colorectal cancer and other gastrointestinal cancer, gastrointestinal oncology, colorectal care, liver, cancer, pancreatic cancer, bile duct cancer, and gastroesophageal cancer.Dr. Lin enjoys basketball, golf, fishing and photography. Dr. Lin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Ampullary Cancer, Anal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome. Dr. Lin is board certified in Diplomate, American Board Of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty In Hematology And Oncology. Dr. Lin is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Anal Cancer
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Anal Cancer
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jenny Kaplan, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in colon and rectal surgery. Dr. Kaplan treats all aspects of colon, rectal and anal diseases which include: anorectal concerns, colon cancer, Crohn's disease, diverticulitis, pelvic floor disorders, presacral masses, rectal cancer, rectal prolapse and ulcerative colitis. She uses minimally invasive techniques including laparoscopic, robotic and transanal approaches.Dr. Kaplan enjoys all aspects of her specialty, from cancer to hemorrhoids. She strives to ensure that her patients feel well cared for and listened to, and takes the time to understand how she can best use her skills to help them get better.Away from work, Dr. Kaplan enjoys traveling and spending time with family. Dr. Kaplan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Kaplan is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Kaplan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Anal Cancer
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Anal Cancer
    Colorectal Surgery

    Swedish Colon & Rectal Clinic - Redmond

    18100 Northeast Union Hill Road, Floor 2, 
    Redmond, WA 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My approach is to put myself in my patients shoes and treat them how I would want to be treated. My goal is to make sure that no one feels like they have to deal with their problem alone. We are here to help at every step. Dr. Menon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy. Dr. Menon is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Menon is currently accepting new patients.

    Hematology Oncology
    Hematology Oncology

    Pacific Medical Centers Specialty Care - Renton

    1801 Lind Avenue Southwest, Building D, 
    Renton, WA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Latvian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I want every patient to be treated like I would like to be treated myself. Dr. Barzdins' medical interests include: implementation of anonymized patient data sharing system as a promising tool in the war on cancer. Dr. Barzdins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His clinical expertise encompasses Agranulocytosis, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, and B-Cell Lymphoma. Dr. Barzdins is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Barzdins is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Anal Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Anal Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Uw Medicinevalley Medical Center

    400 S 43rd St, 
    Renton, WA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Douglas is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Renton, Washington. Dr. Douglas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Posterior Fossa Tumor, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Familial Prostate Cancer.

    Experienced in Anal Cancer
    Surgical Oncology | Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Anal Cancer
    Surgical Oncology | Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Anne

    16259 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 401, 
    Burien, WA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ani Fleisig, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon with additional fellowship training in minimally invasive/laparoscopic surgical techniques and surgical oncology. She believes in treating each patient with respect and compassion, working with the patient on his or her road to recovery.Dr. Fleisig specializes in surgery for a broad range of cancers from breast, skin, thyroid and gastrointestinal cancer to sarcomas. Dr. Fleisig is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Fleisig is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Fleisig is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Anal Cancer
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Anal Cancer
    Colorectal Surgery

    Office

    1231 116th Ave NE Ste 555, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mitra Ehsan is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Ehsan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Bowel Incontinence, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Proctitis, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Ehsan is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery.

    General Surgery
    General Surgery

    Swedish Surgical Specialists - First Hill

    801 Broadway, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Andrew Ting, MD is a general surgery specialist in Seattle, WA and has been practicing for 23 years. He graduated from McGill University Faculty Of Medicine in 1990 and specializes in general surgery. Dr. Ting is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, and Gallstones. Dr. Ting is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Ting is currently accepting new patients.

    General Surgery
    General Surgery

    Swedish Surgical Specialists First Hill

    1221 Madison Street, Suite 1411, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Marc Horton is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. He received his medical degree from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1987 and has more than 31 years of diverse experiences, especially in general surgery. Dr. Horton is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center. Dr. Horton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Appendectomy. Dr. Horton is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Horton is currently accepting new patients.

    General Surgery
    General Surgery

    Swedish Surgical Specialists First Hill

    1221 Madison Street, Suite 1411, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe in combining a patient-centered approach with professional surgical care. I am here to listen and understand your surgical issues, answer your questions, address your concerns, and formulate a plan of care that is medically sound while accounting for your personal needs. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Martinez is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Martinez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Anal Cancer
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Anal Cancer
    Colorectal Surgery

    Swedish Colon & Rectal Clinic - First Hill

    1101 Madison Street, Floor 5, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hawkins is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2024 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. She likes to take a full body approach to patient care, recognizing that the effects of a patient's disease can be taxing to both their physical and emotional well-being. Dr. Hawkins specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disease of the colon, rectum and anus. This includes an interest in minimally invasive surgical approaches to colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and diverticulitis, pelvic floor disorders such as fecal incontinence, colonoscopy and basic anorectal disorders. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Levator Syndrome, Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Hawkins is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Hawkins is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Anal Cancer
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Anal Cancer
    Colorectal Surgery

    Swedish Colon & Rectal Clinic - First Hill

    1101 Madison Street, Floor 5, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Darren Pollock most recently received the 2024 Colon/Rectal Surgery Top Doc designation and has received the Seattle Top Doc award for multiple years. Dr. Pollock specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus with an emphasis on the surgical management of benign and malignant disease. His primary interests include minimally invasive colon and rectal cancer surgery through laparoscopic and transanal approaches, inflammatory bowel disease, anorectal disease and colonoscopy. He is a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons and in the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. He believes in patient education and communication to give personalized care. Married with two children, Dr. Pollock enjoys cooking, physical fitness and travel. Dr. Pollock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Levator Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Pollock is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Pollock is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Anal Cancer?

    Anal cancer is cancer that starts in the anus. The anus is the opening at the end of your rectum. The rectum is the last part of your large intestine where solid waste from food (stool) is stored. Stool leaves your body through the anus when you have a bowel movement.

    Anal cancer is an uncommon type of cancer.

    When should I see an Anal Cancer doctor near Renton, WA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Anal Cancer doctor near Renton, WA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Anal Cancer doctors near Renton, WA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Anal Cancer doctors near Renton, WA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Anal Cancer doctor near Renton, WA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Anal Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Anal Cancer doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Anal Cancer doctor near Renton, WA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Anal Cancer doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Anal Cancer doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Anal Cancer doctors near Renton, WA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Anal Cancer doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Anal Cancer doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Anal Cancer doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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