The 20 Best Bladder Cancer Doctors Near Me in Paducah, KY

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The 20 Best Bladder Cancer Doctors near Paducah, KY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Bladder Cancer near Paducah, KY. Of these, 10 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    Patrick K. Ellison
    Advanced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Patrick K. Ellison
    Urology
    Advanced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Patrick K. Ellison
    Urology

    Mercy Health — Paducah Urology

    1532 Lone Oak Road, Suite 310, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    270-538-6200
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Patrick Ellison is a Urologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Ellison is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, UPJ Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Ellison is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Avi C. Weiss
    Urology
    Advanced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Avi C. Weiss
    Urology

    Baptist Health Medical Group

    2605 Kentucky Ave, Suite 301, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    270-443-1220
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
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    Accepting New Patients

    Avi Weiss is a Urologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Weiss is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Weiss is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. John M. White
    Urology
    Advanced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. John M. White
    Urology

    Baptist Health Medical Group

    2605 Kentucky Ave, Suite 304, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    270-575-4555
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Amharic, Arabic, Bengali
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John White is a Urologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. White is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Ochoa Syndrome, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. White is currently accepting new patients.

    Are you looking for a specific type of Bladder Cancer?

    Common conditions include: Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer

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    Wederson Claudino
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Wederson Claudino
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Wederson Claudino
    Hematology | Oncology

    Mercy Health — Paducah Cancer Center

    285 Medical Center Drive, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (5.6 miles away)
    270-441-4343
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Wederson Claudino is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Claudino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Adenocarcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Paget Disease of the Breast, Pancreatic Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Claudino is currently accepting new patients.

    William L. Skinner
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. William L. Skinner
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. William L. Skinner
    Hematology | Oncology

    Mercy Health — Paducah Cancer Center

    285 Medical Center Drive, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (5.6 miles away)
    270-441-4343
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    William Skinner is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Skinner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Leukocytosis, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Skinner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Belal Firwana
    Hematology
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Belal Firwana
    Hematology

    Baptist Health Medical Group Inc

    2501 Kentucky Ave, Suite 201, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    314-996-5151
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Belal Firwana is a Hematologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Firwana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Stent Placement, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Seymour S. Kilstein
    Urology | Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Seymour S. Kilstein
    Urology | Colorectal Surgery

    Baptist Health Medical Group

    2605 Kentucky Ave, Suite 301, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    270-443-1220
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Seymour Kilstein is a Urologist and a Colorectal Surgeon in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Kilstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Boils, Folliculitis, Carbuncle, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Kilstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Michael G. Simmons
    Urology
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Michael G. Simmons
    Urology

    Mercy Health Physicians Kentucky Specialty Care LLC

    1532 Lone Oak Rd, Suite 150, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    270-538-6700
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Simmons is a Urologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Simmons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), UPJ Obstruction, Eosinophilic Cystitis, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Simmons is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Francis A. Fraser
    Urology
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Francis A. Fraser
    Urology

    Mercy Health Physicians Kentucky Specialty Care LLC

    1532 Lone Oak Rd, Suite 310, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    270-538-6200
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    Francis Fraser is a Urologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Fraser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Robert G. Kupper
    Urology
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Robert G. Kupper
    Urology
    1532 Lone Oak Rd, Suite 310, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    270-538-6200
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Kupper is a Urologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Kupper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Boils, Folliculitis, Carbuncle, Perirenal Abscess, and Ureteroscopy.

    Advanced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Donald L. Spicer
    Urology
    Advanced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Donald L. Spicer
    Urology

    Baptist Health Medical Group

    2603 Kentucky Ave, Suite 102, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (5.6 miles away)
    270-442-3539
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Donald Spicer is a Urologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Spicer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Ureterocele, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Spicer is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Michael L. Knox
    Urology
    Advanced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Michael L. Knox
    Urology

    Baptist Health Medical Group

    2603 Kentucky Ave, Suite 102, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (5.6 miles away)
    270-442-3539
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Knox is a Urologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Knox is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Kidney Stones, Familial Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Knox is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Winston Chua
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Winston Chua
    Hematology | Oncology

    Oncology Associates Inc PSC

    2603 Kentucky Ave Ste 403, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (5.6 miles away)
    618-252-1815
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    Winston Chua is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Chua is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Lung Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Charles W. Ransler
    Urology
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Dr. Charles W. Ransler
    Urology
    2603 Kentucky Ave, Ste 102, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (5.6 miles away)
    270-442-3554
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    Charles Ransler is a Urologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Ransler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Kidney Stones, Boils, Folliculitis, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Brian S. Johnston, PA
    Physician Assistant | Urology
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Brian S. Johnston, PA
    Physician Assistant | Urology

    Baptist Health Medical Group

    2603 Kentucky Ave, Suite 304, 
    Paducah, KY 
     (5.6 miles away)
    270-415-4800
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Johnston is a Physician Assistant and a Urologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Mr. Johnston is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Kidney Stones, Perirenal Abscess, Carbuncle, and Boils. Mr. Johnston is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Bladder Cancer?

    Bladder cancer is a malignancy of the organ in the lower abdomen that stores urine and is the sixth most common cancer in the U.S. Bladder cancer frequently starts in the cells lining the bladder (urothelial cells); however, it can also occur in other types of bladder cells as well as include more than one type of cell. Three types of bladder cancer that begin in the cells lining the bladder (urothelial cells) are 1) urothelial carcinoma, which is also called transitional cell carcinoma; 2) squamous cell carcinoma; and 3) adenocarcinoma. Urothelial carcinoma (Transitional cell carcinoma) – Urothelial carcinoma, which is the most common type of bladder cancer in the U.S., is found in the cells lining the inside of the bladder (urothelial), which expand when the bladder is full and contract when it is empty. Squamous cell carcinoma – Squamous cell carcinoma can occur from chronic bladder irritation, such as frequent bladder infections or long-term catheterization. While rare in the U.S., this cancer is common in other countries where parasite infections called schistosomiasis cause frequent bladder infections. Adenocarcinoma – Adenocarcinoma occurs in the glands of the bladder that secrete mucus and is rare in the U.S. Bladder cancer is further classified as either non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) or muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC). Non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) – Non-muscle invasive bladder cancer is the most common type of bladder cancer, and usually does not spread (metastasize); however, it frequently recurs after treatment. Muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC) – Muscle-invasive bladder cancer spreads to the muscle wall of the bladder and can be life-threatening. Bladder cancer is also categorized by the following stages: Stage 0 (0a and Ois) – Non-invasive papillary carcinoma or carcinoma in situ, with abnormal cells that may become cancerous and spread (metastasize). Stage I – Cancer has spread to the connective beyond the inner lining of the bladder (urothelial cells). Stage II – Cancer has spread to the muscle layers of the bladder. Stage III (IIIA and IIIB) – Cancer has spread to the fat outside the bladder, and possibly the reproductive organs, such as uterus, vagina, prostate, or seminal vesicles; or cancer has spread to one pelvic lymph node. Stage IV (IVA an IVB) – Cancer has spread from bladder to the lining of the abdomen (peritoneum) or pelvis; or cancer has spread to lymph nodes above common iliac arteries. Cancer has spread (metastasized) to other parts of the body, such as liver, lung, and bone. Bladder cancers are further categorized based on the appearance of cells, as either a low-grade bladder tumor or high-grade bladder tumor. Low-grade bladder tumor – Low-grade bladder tumor has cells that look more like normal cells, grows slowly, and is usually non-invasive (does not spread). High-grade bladder tumor – High-grade bladder tumor has cells that look abnormal, is more aggressive, and is usually invasive (spreads). The stage and grade of bladder cancer determines its treatment and outcome (prognosis).

    When should I see a Bladder Cancer doctor near Paducah, KY?

    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 a Bladder Cancer doctor near Paducah, KY?

    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 do I find the best Bladder Cancer doctor near Paducah, KY?

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    How does MediFind rank Bladder Cancer doctors near Paducah, KY?

    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 Bladder Cancer doctors near Paducah, KY?

    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 a Bladder Cancer doctor near Paducah, KY?

    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 Bladder Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Bladder 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 a Bladder Cancer doctor near Paducah, KY?

    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 Bladder 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 Bladder 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 Bladder Cancer doctors near Paducah, KY?

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

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