The 20 Best Familial Prostate Cancer Doctors Near Me in Pittsburgh, PA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 145 doctor with experience in Familial Prostate Cancer near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 81 are Experienced, 43 are Advanced and 21 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Mary Hillman Jennings Radiation Oncology Center

    5230 Centre Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Adam Olson, MD, is a radiation oncologist in the UPMC Department of Radiation Oncology. He is the medical director of Radiation Oncology at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. At UPMC Shadyside, his clinical practice focuses on the management of genitourinary cancers and soft tissue sarcomas. He is an expert in the use of stereotactic body radiation therapy for prostate cancer and metastatic disease. He is an active clinical researcher and has published extensively on the use of radiation therapy for prostate cancer and pediatric cancers. Dr. Olson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, and Merkel Cell Carcinoma. Dr. Olson is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Olson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer

    UPMC Department Of Urology

    5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 209, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Quoc-Dien Trinh, MD, MBA, serves as the Chair of the Department of Urology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and Chair of Urology, UPMC. A globally recognized urological surgeon-scientist, Dr. Trinh has been honored with the 2021 Outstanding Citizenship Award from Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the 2022 American Urological Association Young Urologist of the Year award for New England. He is recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor and a Top Asian American Pacific Islander Doctor. Dr. Trinh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostatectomy, and Cystectomy. Dr. Trinh is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Trinh is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Urology

    5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 209, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joel Byron Nelson, MD, is the Frederic N. Schwentker Professor and chairman of the Department of Urology for the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He specializes in prostate cancer.Dr. Nelson is board-certified in urologic oncology. He received an undergraduate degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He completed a medical degree at Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago. He completed a residency at McGaw Medical Center in Chicago, and a fellowship at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore. Dr. Nelson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Prostatectomy, and Vasectomy. Dr. Nelson is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Advanced in Familial Prostate Cancer

    UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital (Urology)

    300 Halket Street, Suite 2541, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory Halenda, MD, is certified in urology by the American Board of Urology. He is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital.  Dr. Halenda received his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University Medical College and completed his residency at Penn State University College of Medicine. Dr. Halenda is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Kidney Stones, Perirenal Abscess, Prostatectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Halenda is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Halenda is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Mary Hillman Jennings Radiation Oncology Center

    5230 Centre Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Burton, MD, is an associate professor of radiation oncology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Burton holds an interest in stereotactic radiosurgery, lymphoma, lung cancer, pancreas cancer, and spinal metastasis. Dr. Burton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Metastatic Brain Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Burton is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Burton is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Advanced in Familial Prostate 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 Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Thomas is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine , and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Advanced in Familial Prostate Cancer

    UPMC Department Of Urology

    5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 209, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Maranchie is a surgical oncologist specializing in urologic cancers of the urinary tract and male genitalia.  She completed urology residency at Harvard University in 1999, followed by a fellowship in Urologic Oncology at the National Cancer Institute.  Her practice is focused on the care of patients with cancer of the kidney, bladder and testis, employing minimally invasive approaches, nephron-sparing and nerve-sparing surgery and urinary tract reconstruction.  She has specialty expertise in familial or inherited cancer syndromes, offering targeted surveillance with organ-preserving surgery when indicated.LGBTQIA+ Affirming: This provider has completed training on how to create a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ patients. This provider may or may not offer LGBTQIA+ specific medical or surgical care. Please ask when scheduling. Dr. Maranchie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Cystectomy. Dr. Maranchie is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Maranchie is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Advanced in Familial Prostate Cancer

    UPMC Department Of Urology

    5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 209, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin J. Davies, MD, is a professor of urology at the University of Pittsburgh. He specializes in robotic prostatectomy, robotic cystectomy, and kidney and testicular cancer.Dr. Davies is board-certified in urology. He completed an undergraduate degree at Columbia University in New York and a medical degree at Mount Sinai Medical School in New York. Dr. Davies completed a residency at UPMC, and a fellowship of urologic oncology at University of California, San Francisco.Dr. Davies is a member of professional organizations, such as the American Urologic Association, American Medical Association and the Pittsburgh Urologic Society. He also maintains research interests in prostate cancer epidemiology and surgical outcomes. Dr. Davies is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Bladder Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Vasectomy, and Cystectomy. Dr. Davies is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Davies is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Advanced in Familial Prostate Cancer

    UPMC Department Of Urology

    5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 209, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bruce L. Jacobs, MD, is an associate professor of urology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received a medical degree from the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville, Tenn., and earned a master’s degree in public health from the University of Michigan School of Public Health. Dr. Jacobs completed residencies in general surgery and urology at the University of Pittsburgh, and fellowships in health services research, laparoscopy/endourology, and urologic oncology at the University of Michigan. Dr. Jacobs is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Cystectomy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Jacobs is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Jacobs is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Advanced in Familial Prostate 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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Febrile Neutropenia, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Kelly is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kelly is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Advanced in Familial Prostate 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

    Melissa Burgess, MD, is an assistant professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and a medical oncologist. She specializes in the treatment of soft tissue and bone sarcomas and Merkel cell carcinoma. Dr. Burgess is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. She is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Chondrosarcoma, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Burgess is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Burgess is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    University Of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute Cancer Services

    815 Freeport Rd, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ryan P. Smith, MD, is a professor of radiation oncology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, the medical director at UPMC St. Margaret, and the residency program codirector for the Department of Radiation Oncology at UPCI. He sees all radiation oncology cases, and has a research interest in prostate cancer. Dr. Smith sees patients at UPMC St. Margaret and operates out of UPMC St. Margaret and UPMC Mercy. Dr. Smith is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Smith is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Hematology Oncology

    UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    1400 Locust Street, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Melissa K. Yee, MD, is a medical oncologist and hematologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center.  She specializes in the treatment of solid tumors and blood disorders.Dr. Yee is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in medical oncology, hematology, and internal medicine.  She received her medical degree from the Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia. She then completed her internal medicine residency and hematology/oncology fellowship at UPMC. She earned her undergraduate degree from Tufts University. After completion of her medical training, she was on staff at Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston before returning to Pittsburgh to practice at UPMC Mercy.Dr. Yee is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Association for Cancer Research, and American Society of Hematology, and Massachusetts Medical Society. Dr. Yee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Yee is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Yee is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer

    UPMC Rehabilitation Institute At UPMC Mercy

    1400 Locust St, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronald Benoit is a Urologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Benoit is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Experienced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Experienced in Familial Prostate Cancer

    UPMC Department Of Urology

    1350 Locust Street, Suite G100A, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tatum V. Tarin, MD, is an Associate Professor of Urology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh, and completed residencies in surgery and urology at Stanford University Medical Center. He also completed a fellowship in urological oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York, N.Y., where he was a clinical instructor for two years prior to joining UPMC. Dr. Tarin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Tarin is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Tarin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Physician Assistant
    Experienced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Physician Assistant

    UPMC Department Of Urology

    1350 Locust Street, Suite G100A, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    "Michaela ""Micki"" Garland, PA-C, specializes in urology and is a certified physician assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Urology. Ms. Garland completed her Master of Physician Assistant Studies at DeSales University.". Ms. Garland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Boils, and Folliculitis. Ms. Garland is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Ms. Garland is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Experienced in Familial Prostate Cancer

    UPMC Department Of Urology

    1350 Locust Street, Suite G100A, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Rusilko, MD is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Urology and Plastic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, serving as the Director of Reconstructive Urology and the Associate Residency Program Director for the urology residency program. He is board-certified by the American Board of Urology. He specializes in reconstructive and trauma surgery of the genitourinary system. Complex urologic procedures performed include urethral reconstruction, urethroplasty, adult acquired buried penis, urologic prosthetics for both erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence, Peyronie’s disease, and genital reconstruction following trauma and penile cancer. Dr. Rusilko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urethral Stricture, Neurogenic Bladder, Folliculitis, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Penectomy. Dr. Rusilko is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Rusilko is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Hematology
    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Hematology

    West Penn Hosp Outpatient SVCS Allegheny

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

    Shifeng Mao is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mao is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.

    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Internal Medicine

    Allegheny General Hospital

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

    James Betler is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Betler is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer
    Distinguished in Familial Prostate Cancer

    Allegheny Clinic

    1307 Federal St Ste 300, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ralph Miller is a Urologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Miller is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Prostate Cancer. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Familial Prostate Cancer?

    Familial prostate cancer is a cluster of prostate cancer within a family. Most cases of prostate cancer occur sporadically in people with no family history of the condition. However, approximately 5% to 10% of prostate cancer cases are believed to be primarily caused by a genetic predisposition to the condition. In many families, the underlying genetic cause is unknown; however, some of these cases are caused by changes in the BRCA1, BRCA2, HOXB13, or several other genes. Other cases are likely due to a combination of gene(s) and other shared factors such as environment and lifestyle. High-risk cancer screening at an earlier age is typically recommended in men who have an increased risk for prostate cancer based on personal and/or family histories.

    When should I see a Familial Prostate 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 a Familial Prostate 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 Familial Prostate 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 Familial Prostate 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 a Familial Prostate 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 Familial Prostate Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Familial Prostate 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 Familial Prostate 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 Familial Prostate 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 Familial Prostate 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 Familial Prostate Cancer doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Familial Prostate 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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