The 20 Best Bladder Cancer Doctors Near Me in Waco, TX

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The 20 Best Bladder Cancer Doctors near Waco, TX

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Bladder Cancer near Waco, TX. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Bladder Cancer
    Advanced in Bladder Cancer

    Providence Health Alliance

    601 W State Hwy 6 101, Waco Center For Womens Hea, 
    Waco, TX 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Sanders is a Urologist in Waco, Texas. Dr. Sanders is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Vasectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Sanders is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    601 W State Highway 6, Suite 105, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Story is a Urologist in Waco, Texas. Dr. Story is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Adam W. Ylitalo
    Advanced in Bladder Cancer
    Advanced in Bladder Cancer

    Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Urology - Waco

    50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Office, Building I, Suite 102, 
    Waco, TX 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ylitalo is a general urologist practicing all aspects of male and female urology. He received his Bachelor of Science from Baylor University while majoring in Chemistry with minors in Mathematics, Biology, and Medical Humanities. He completed his medical degree at the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth before completing his residency in Urology at Michigan State University at the Detroit Medical Center, where he served as Chief Resident. He is a Fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. Dr. Ylitalo is board certified in Urology by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery. His passion for Urology has led to multiple publications and presentations throughout his career. He has received the Michigan Chapter of the American College of Surgeons Ethics Award and has been named a “Top Doc” by Texas Monthly Magazine since 2017. He teaches a vasectomy clinic to the Waco Family Medicine residents and is involved in teaching undergraduate students in medical device design and clinical medicine courses through a collaboration with Baylor. Dr. Ylitalo is married to Kelly Ylitalo, PhD, who is a tenured professor at Baylor University, specializing in chronic disease epidemiology. They have two children, Edison and Eleanor. His interests include traveling, Baylor University sporting events, and spending time with his family. He has traveled on surgical mission trips to South Africa and Guatemala, and he attends Calvary Baptist Church. Dr. Ylitalo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Urinary Incontinence, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    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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    Rudranath Talukdar
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Baylor Scott & White McClinton Cancer Center - Waco

    150 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rudranath Talukdar is an Oncologist in Waco, Texas. Dr. Talukdar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lung Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Nnewueze S. Amaechi
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology | Internal Medicine

    Baylor Scott & White McClinton Cancer Center - Waco

    150 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Amaechi completed a medical oncology fellowship at Drexel University College of Medicine - Hahnemann University Hospital in Pennsylvania. She subsequently moved to Abilene Texas and was able to earn my mark as the breast oncologist in the city. In 2019, she joined Baylor Scott and White, McClinton Cancer Center in Waco, continuing with the opportunity to do what she loves which is caring for cancer patients. She is board-certified in hematology and medical oncology and is a fellow of the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Amaechi's areas of expertise include breast cancer, colon cancer, lung cancer, multiple myeloma, ovarian cancer, and uterine cancer. Dr. Amaechi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor, and Iron Deficiency Anemia.

    Paul G. Espy
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Urology - Waco

    50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Office, Building I, Suite 102, 
    Waco, TX 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Espy is board-certified in general Urology and has fellowship training in Urologic Trauma and Reconstruction. After receiving his industrial engineering degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology, he went on to obtain his medical and public health degrees from Tulane University. Dr. Espy completed his Urology residency training at Virginia Commonwealth University and his fellowship training at Emory University. After five years in private practice in Marietta, GA, Dr. Espy, along with his family, spent two years in East Africa where he served as a medical missionary. While in Kenya he helped teach urologic procedures to Kenyan general surgeons in training. Dr. Espy was especially drawn to Baylor Scott & White Health because of its commitment to help meet the medical needs of underserved areas around the world and its willingness to provide protected time for him and his family to serve overseas. Dr. Espy spends the majority of his free time with his wife Ashleigh and their four children, often in church, school and sports activities. His interest include reading, running and medical missions. Dr. Espy 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, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Preston A. Milburn
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Urology - Waco

    50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Office, Building I, Suite 102, 
    Waco, TX 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Preston Milburn is a board-certified urologist with specializing in minimally invasive robotic surgery for treatment of malignant and benign urologic conditions. He also has a special interest in advanced BPH care and is one of the few doctors in Texas to perform HoLEP for treatment of enlarged prostate. Dr. Milburn is a member of the American Urological Association and is certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Milburn is a native Texan. When not at work, he enjoys playing tennis, reading novels, hiking in national parks, traveling and spending time with his wife and two children. Dr. Milburn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Retroperitoneal Fibrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Providence Health Alliance

    340 Richland W Cir, Ascension Medical Group Pr, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Donald Stewart is a Urologist in Waco, Texas. Dr. Stewart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Stewart is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Providence Health Alliance

    340 Richland W Cir, Ascension Medical Group Pr, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stephen Stimson is a Urologist in Waco, Texas. Dr. Stimson 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), Familial Prostate Cancer, Vasectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Stimson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    Interventional Radiology

    Ascension Providence

    6901 Medical Pkwy, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffery White is an Interventional Radiologist in Waco, Texas. Dr. White is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Baylor Scott & White McClinton Cancer Center-Waco

    150 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hitesh Singh is an Oncologist in Waco, Texas. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Laryngeal Cancer, and Melanoma.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    Oncology | Internal Medicine

    Texas Oncology, P.A.

    6520 Horizon Circle, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ofobuike Okani is an Oncologist and an Internal Medicine provider in Waco, Texas. Dr. Okani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Essential Thrombocythemia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Bladder Cancer
    Experienced in Bladder Cancer

    Texas Oncology, P.A.

    1700 West Highway 6, 
    Waco, TX 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carl Chakmakjian is an Oncologist in Waco, Texas. Dr. Chakmakjian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bladder Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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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 Waco, TX?

    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 Waco, TX?

    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 Bladder Cancer doctors near Waco, TX?

    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 Waco, TX?

    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 Waco, TX?

    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 Waco, TX?

    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 Waco, TX?

    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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