The 20 Best Appendix Cancer Doctors Near Me in Pittsburgh, PA

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The 20 Best Appendix Cancer Doctors near Pittsburgh, PA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 24 doctor with experience in Appendix Cancer near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 20 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Nathan Bahary
    Distinguished in Appendix Cancer
    Distinguished in Appendix Cancer

    Allegheny General Hospital

    320 E North Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathan Bahary is an Oncologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bahary is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    John C. Rhee
    Advanced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Advanced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology

    UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    5115 Centre Avenue, Hillman Cancer Center, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John C. Rhee, MD, is a medical oncologist and hematologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. Dr. Rhee is skilled in the management of all forms of cancer and blood diseases, with particular interest in cancers of the gastrointestinal tract and chest, including colorectal, esophageal, gastric, pancreaticobiliary, liver, neuroendocrine, and lung tumors. Dr. Rhee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Roby Thomas
    Advanced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Advanced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology

    UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    5115 Centre Avenue, Hillman Cancer Center, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Roby A. Thomas, MD, is a medical oncologist and hematologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. Dr. Thomas is trained in the management of all cancers and blood disorders with a focus in genitourinary and gastrointestinal malignancies. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Endoscopy.

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    Vikram C. Gorantla
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology

    UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    300 Halket Street, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vikram C. Gorantla, MD, specializes in the treatment of sarcoma, breast cancer, gastrointestinal malignancies, and head and neck cancers. Board-certified in internal medicine and medical oncology, he received his medical degree at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. He completed his internal medicine residency at Washington University, St. Louis, MO, and his hematology/oncology fellowship at UPMC.Dr. Gorantla has a dedicated day seeing breast cancer patients at the Magee-Womens Cancer Progam. He also collaborates with surgical oncologists and gynecologists/oncologists to provide multidisciplinary care to patients. Dr. Gorantla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Endoscopy.

    Monica K. Malhotra
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer

    UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    300 Halket Street, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Monica Khunger Malhotra, MD is a medical oncologist and hematologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. Dr. Malhotra is trained in the management of all cancers and blood disorders with a focus in gastrointestinal, breast and thoracic malignancies. Dr. Malhotra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Bone Tumor.

    Anwaar Saeed
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology

    UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    5115 Centre Avenue, Hillman Cancer Center, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anwaar Saeed, MD, is an Associate Professor of Medicine and the Chief of the Gastrointestinal (GI) Medical Oncology Program at the University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. She also serves as the Vice Chair of the Colorectal Cancer Committee of the NSABP Foundation. Her research efforts are focused on immune modulatory approaches in patients with gastric & esophageal cancer, colon cancer and hepatocellular carcinoma as well as chemoprevention/ immunoprevention in the high-risk GI population. She has published more than 150 peer reviewed papers, posters and book chapters, and have led more than 40 clinical trials, focused on various immune modulatory regimens including but not limited to immune checkpoint inhibitor combinations with chemotherapy, other checkpoint inhibitors, antibody drug conjugates, bi-specific T cell engagers (BiTE), angiogenesis inhibitors, as well as immunotherapy combinations with regional approaches like stereotactic radiosurgery and intensity-modulated radiation therapy. She currently leads several investigator-initiated trials focused on novel targeted immunotherapy combinations including the ongoing phase I/II CAMILLA multicohort study looking at Cabozantinib plus Durvalumab with or without Tremelimumab in GI malignancies. Results from phase I/II part of the CAMILLA led to the development of the currently ongoing global pivotal trial, STELLAR 303, in patients with previously treated microsatellite stable colorectal cancer. She is also the study chair for a soon to open SWOG/intergroup NCI national trial (S2303) testing a novel chemo-immunotherapy regimen in patients with advanced gastric & esophageal adenocarcinoma. Dr. Saeed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Megan M. Mantica
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Neurology

    5150 Centre Avenue, Floor 5, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Megan M. Mantica, MD, is an assistant professor of neurology and medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in the division of hematology/oncology. She specializes in the treatment of adult high grade gliomas, central nervous system lymphoma, and neurological complications of cancer treatment. Her translational research interests include womenís neuro-oncology, reproductive neuro-oncology and metastatic brain disease, and high grade gliomas. Dr. Mantica is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Glioma, Brain Tumor, Glioblastoma, and Astrocytoma.

    Zahra R. Kelly
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology

    UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    5115 Centre Avenue, Hillman Cancer Center, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Zahra Rahman Kelly, DO, is a medical oncologist and hematologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. Dr. Kelly is trained in the management of all cancers and blood disorders with a focus in genitourinary and head and neck malignancies. Dr. Kelly is board-certified in nternal medicine and medical oncology and hematology. She received her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Kelly completed both a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in hematology/oncology at UPMC. She served as chief fellow during her final year of hematology/oncology fellowship.Her research interests include early phase clinical trial design and cancer immunotherapy combination trials. She has published papers in peer reviewed journals and is an active member of the UPMC Hillman protocol review committee where she reviews therapeutic oncology trials. She also collaborates with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists to provide multidisciplinary care to her patients.Dr. Kelly is a member of the European Society of Medical Oncology, American Society of Medical Oncology, American Medical Association, and American Society of Hematology. Dr. Kelly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Febrile Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Vincent Reyes
    Advanced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Advanced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology

    St. Clair Hospital Cancer Center, Affiliated With UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    1000 Bower Hill Road, Suite 7700, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Vincent Edgar Reyes, Jr., MD, is the chief medical officer of the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Medical Oncology Network and assistant clinical professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Reyes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Colorectal Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    Jason Luke
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer

    UPMC Presbyterian

    200 Lothrop St, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Luke is an Oncologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Luke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Uveal Melanoma, Melanoma of the Eye, and Liver Embolization.

    Christopher R. Marsh
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology

    St. Clair Hospital Cancer Center, Affiliated With UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    1000 Bower Hill Road, Suite 7700, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher R. Marsh, MD, is a medical oncologist and hematologist specializing in the treatment of GI malignancies, including colorectal, pancreatic, and liver cancers. Dr. Marsh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Robert A. Vanderweele
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology

    St. Clair Hospital Cancer Center, Affiliated With UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    1000 Bower Hill Road, Suite 7700, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert VanderWeele, MD, MS, is a hematologist/medical oncologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. He specializes in cytopenias, bleeding and clotting disorders, leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, GI malignancies, breast cancer, lung cancer, and prostate cancer. Dr. Vanderweele is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, and Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome.

    John A. Lech
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology

    UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    200 Delafield Road, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Lech, DO, is a hematologist/medical oncologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. He specializes in the treatment of gastrointestinal malignancies and peritoneal carcinomas. Dr. Lech is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Andrew D. Laman
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology

    UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    1907 Lebanon Church Road, Suite 200, 
    West Mifflin, PA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew D. Laman, MD, is a hematologist and oncologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. Dr. Laman specializes in hematology and medical oncology. Dr. Laman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

    Brian T. Mclaughlin
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology Oncology

    UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    9100 Babcock Boulevard, Suite G-600, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian T. McLaughlin, MD, is a medical oncologist/hematologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. He specializes in the treatment of all cancers and benign hematology. Dr. Mclaughlin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer.

    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer

    West Penn Hosp Outpatient SVCS Allegheny

    314 E North Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dulabh Monga is an Oncologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Monga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Oncology
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Oncology

    West Penn Hosp Outpatient SVCS Allegheny

    314 E North Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Moses Raj is an Oncologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Raj is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.

    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer

    West Penn Hosp Outpatient SVCS Allegheny

    314 E North Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Larisa Greenberg is an Oncologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Greenberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology

    Office

    2 Hot Metal St, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Friedland is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Friedland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Appendix Cancer
    Experienced in Appendix Cancer

    Office

    5115 Centre Ave Fl 2, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anuradha Krishnamurthy is an Oncologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Krishnamurthy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendix Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Familial Pancreatic Cancer.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    When should I see an Appendix Cancer doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 Appendix Cancer doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 Appendix Cancer doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 Appendix Cancer doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 Appendix Cancer doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 Appendix Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Appendix 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 Appendix Cancer doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 Appendix 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 Appendix 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 Appendix Cancer doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Appendix 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 Appendix Cancer doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Appendix 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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