The 20 Best Inflammatory Breast Cancer Doctors Near Me in springfield, IL

Find the Top Inflammatory Breast Cancer Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Inflammatory Breast Cancer near springfield, IL. Of these, 7 are Advanced, 7 are Experienced and 1 are Distinguished.

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15 providers found
    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
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    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karen Hoelzer is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Hoelzer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Memorial Medical Center

    701 N 1st St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rachael Ashcraft is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Ashcraft is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Ashcraft is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Referral may be required

    Siu Medicine Simmons Cancer Institute

    315 W Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Edem Agamah is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Agamah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Adrenocortical Carcinoma, Lung Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Agamah is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Simmons Cancer Institute At Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine

    315 W Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Aziz-ur Khan is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Khan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL). Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Referral may be required

    Siu Medicine Simmons Cancer Institute

    315 W Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Kannada
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Krishna Rao is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Rao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Burkitt Lymphoma, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Laryngeal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    900 N 1st St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tam Mai is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Mai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Intraductal Papilloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Mai is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    900 N 1st St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Preet Singh is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Singh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Colorectal Cancer, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Clinical Radiologists S.C.

    3050 Montvale Dr Ste A, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Minesh Patel is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Liver Embolization.

    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    St Johns Hospital Laboratory

    800 E Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Archana Nayani is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Nayani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).

    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    315 W Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Emily Sturm is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Sturm is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Pancreatic Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Springfield Memorial Hospital

    701 N 1st St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Casey Muehle is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Muehle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Springfield Memorial Hospital

    701 N 1st St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Victor Lanzotti is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Lanzotti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Richter Syndrome, and Follicular Lymphoma.

    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required
    900 N 1st Street, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Keith Wichterman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Wichterman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    900 N 1st St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary Bretscher is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Bretscher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    701 N 1st St Ste D308, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Melanie Barnard is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Barnard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Intraductal Papilloma, Angiosarcoma, Lymphadenectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Barnard is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Inflammatory Breast Cancer?

    Inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) is a rare and aggressive type of breast cancer in which the cancer cells block the lymph vessels in the skin of the breast. This type of breast cancer is called 'inflammatory' because the breast often looks swollen and red, or 'inflamed.' The skin may also look dimpled like the skin of an orange. IBC can be difficult to diagnose because there is no lump to feel or detect on a mammogram. Like other types of breast cancer, IBC can occur in men, but usually at an older age than in women.

    When should I see an Inflammatory Breast Cancer doctor near springfield, IL?

    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 Inflammatory Breast Cancer doctor near springfield, IL?

    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 Inflammatory Breast Cancer doctors near springfield, IL?

    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 Inflammatory Breast Cancer doctors near springfield, IL?

    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 Inflammatory Breast Cancer doctor near springfield, IL?

    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 Inflammatory Breast Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Inflammatory Breast 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 Inflammatory Breast Cancer doctor near springfield, IL?

    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 Inflammatory Breast 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 Inflammatory Breast 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 Inflammatory Breast Cancer doctors near springfield, IL?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Inflammatory Breast 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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