The 20 Best Inflammatory Breast Cancer Doctors Near Me in Mclean, VA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 223 doctor with experience in Inflammatory Breast Cancer near Mclean, VA. Of these, 139 are Experienced, 44 are Advanced and 40 are Distinguished.

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    Mary J. Wilkinson
    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mary Wilkinson is a medical oncologist caring for patients with breast cancer and gyn malignancies. Dr. Wilkinson sees patients primarily at Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington DC. She also serves as clinical director of the Under Armour Breast Health Innovation Center at the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center. Dr. Wilkinson received her undergraduate degree in electrical engineering from Rice University and earned her M.D. from Stanford University School of Medicine. She completed her residency and performed a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Wilkinson joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2019. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins, Dr. Wilkinson was director of breast cancer research at the Inova Schar Cancer Institute and president of Medical Oncology Hematology Associates of Northern Virginia. She also spent time on the faculty at Georgetown University and the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Wilkinson is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Wilkinson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    Pamela A. Wright
    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Pamela A. Wright, M.D., is a breast surgeon with Johns Hopkins Community Physicians and the medical director of the Suburban Hospital Breast Center. Dr. Wright's expertise is in surgical oncology for breast cancer, including breast conserving surgery and sentinel lymph node biopsy. She also has expertise in benign breast disease and breast biopsy, including stereotactic and ultrasound-guided biopsy. Dr. Wright earned her Master of Science in Anatomy and her medical degree from University of Maryland School of Medicine. She completed a residency in general surgery at University of Maryland Medical Center, where she served as chief resident and administrative chief resident. Dr. Wright also completed a trauma research fellowship with the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Wright serves as the cancer liaison physician for the American College of Surgeons, of which she is also a fellow. Dr. Wright is also a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. Dr. Wright is repeatedly recognized as one of the area’s “Top Doctors in Breast Surgery"" by Washingtonian magazine. She has also received the Cancer Liaison Physician Outstanding Performance Award and the Health Care Hero Award from the American Cancer Society. Dr. Wright has published research and conducted clinical trials for breast cancer. She currently runs research trials with Suburban Hospital Oncology Research.". Dr. Wright is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Maureen O'donnell
    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology
    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5275 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building D, Building D, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Maureen O'Donnell, M.D., is a breast surgeon with the Sullivan Breast Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital and a clinical associate of the Johns Hopkins Department of Surgery-Breast Division. Dr. O'Donnell is a part of the Weekly Breast Tumor Conference at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. O'Donnell has expertise in surgery of the breast, including surgical oncology techniques such as breast conserving surgery, nipple sparing and skin sparing mastectomy, and oncoplastic techniques. Dr. O'Donnell is also specialized in diagnosing and managing a wide spectrum of breast diseases, ranging from benign breast issues to breast cancer. She has a special interest in patients with a genetic predisposition to breast cancer. Dr. O'Donnell earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed a surgical residency at Georgetown University Medical Center. She then completed a fellowship in breast surgical oncology at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. O'Donnell is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, as well as a member of the John Carroll Society, where she previously chaired the Rose Mass Committee. She has participated in the Ride for Life Fundraiser and Sibley Memorial Hospital's Knowledge is Power: Breast Cancer seminars as well. Dr. O'Donnell was also an instructor for the Johns Hopkins Breast Disease Clinpath Conference. Dr. O'Donnell has earned the Hugh H. Hussey Excellence in Teaching Award from Georgetown University Medical Center, as well as the Resident ""Pearl"" Teaching Award and the Pfizer Pharmaceutical Travel Award. She has also received the Attending Teaching Award from Inova Fairfax Hospital. Dr. O'Donnell's research interests include gene mutations that predispose to breast cancer, as well as contralateral breast cancer risk. She has contributed to publications, presentations and book chapters. Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Breast density pegged as risk factor for contralateral cancer. M.D. Edge (03/17/2016) Advances in Breast-Sparing Surgery for Cancer Patients Johns Hopkins Medicine (January 14, 2021) Podcast: Kimmel in DC with Dr Ashwani Rajput - Breast Cancer Surgery (February 10, 2021". Dr. O'donnell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy.

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    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery

    Vhc Health Reinsch Pierce Family Center For Breast Health-Arlington

    1851 N George Mason Dr Ste 5D, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Sebastian is a General Surgeon in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Sebastian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Mark G. Goldstein
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology Oncology

    Center For Cancer & Blood Disorders

    6410 Rockledge Drive, Suite 660, Suite 660, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Goldstein is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Goldstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Anal Cancer, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Bonnie Sun
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Bonnie Sun is an assistant professor of surgery and breast surgeon at Suburban Hospital and a faculty member of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. She practices in Washington, D.C. and Bethesda, MD as a Johns Hopkins Community Physician. Dr. Sun has an expertise in breast cancer and is skilled in surgical techniques to improve cosmetic outcomes, such as nipple and skin sparing mastectomy, minimally invasive breast surgery and breast conservation with oncoplastic techniques. Dr. Sun earned her medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. She completed a residency in general surgery, followed by a fellowship in breast surgery at University of Southern California Medical Center. Dr. Sun is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the Society of Surgical Oncology, the American Society of Breast Surgeons, the Association of Women Surgeons and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Sun has conducted research focusing on surgical treatment that improves clinical outcomes, long-term outcomes and postoperative quality of life, as well as clinical advancements in the practice of breast oncologic surgery. She has published numerous scientific papers in national peer-reviewed journals and presented at national meetings. Videos Oncoplastic SurgeryFAQ. Dr. Sun is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Infection, Angiosarcoma, and Mastectomy.

    Bruce R. Kressel
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bruce R. Kressel, M.D., is a medical oncologist at Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital and an instructor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. In addition to an expertise in breast and lung cancer, Dr. Kressel has an expertise in gynecologic oncology and general medical oncology, with specific focuses on hematologic malignancies including lymphoma, leukemia and myeloma. Dr. Kressel earned his medical degree at Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in hematology and oncology, also at George Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Kressel completed a fellowship in oncology at the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center as well. Dr. Kressel has been regularly named one of America’s Top Doctors and one of America's Top Doctors for Cancer by Castle Connolly. He has also been named a Top Doctor in the Washington D.C. and Washington-Baltimore areas by Castle Connolly, as well as a Top Doctor by Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine and Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Kressel is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Hematology. Dr. Kressel has contributed to numerous publications, presentations and clinical trials. Dr. Kressel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Essential Thrombocythemia, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Gastric Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Splenectomy.

    Larissa A. Korde
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Larissa Korde is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Korde is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer in Men, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Menopause.

    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karen Smith is an Oncologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Smith is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Breast Cancer.

    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Colette Magnant is a General Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Magnant is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology
    Distinguished in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Nunes is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Nunes is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    Hanh-tam Tran
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese

    Hanh-Tam Tran M.D., is a breast surgeon with the Sullivan Breast Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital and a clinical associate at the School of Medicine. She completed her breast surgical oncology fellowship at Anne Arundel Medical Center and her residency training at Medstar Union Memorial Hospital. Dr. Tran completed her breast fellowship at Anne Arundel Medical Center. She has experience in breast surgery including breast-conserving surgery, nipple-sparing and skin-sparing mastectomy, remote incision lumpectomies and oncoplastic techniques. Her current research is focused on identifying patients who could be omitted from having axillary surgery. Dr. Tran earned second place for Top Abstract at the Breast Cancer Coordinated Care (BC3) Conference, Washington D.C. in 2018; second place for cancer research at the American College of Surgeons, Maryland Chapter Meeting and has published several articles on breast cancer diagnosis and surgery. Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Advances in Breast-Sparing Surgery for Cancer Patients, Johns Hopkins Medicine (01/14/21) Selected Publications Hanh-Tam Tran MD, Asma Mursleen BS, Sahar Mirpour MD, Omar Ghanem MD, Maen Farha MD: Papillary Breast Lesions: Association with Malignancy and Upgrade Rates on Surgical Excision. Am Surg. 2017 Nov 1; 83 (11):1294-1297 Hanh-Tam Tran, MD; Daina Pack, MD; Charles Mylander, MD; Laura Martino, MD; Martin Rosman, MD; Lorraine Tafra, MD, FACS; Rubie Sue Jackson, MD, MPH: Ultrasound-Based Nomogram Identifies Breast Cancer Patients Unlikely to Harbor Axillary Metastasis: Towards Selective Omission of Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy. Ann Surg Oncol. 2020 Aug;27 (8):2679-2686 Christine K. Harris, MD; Hanh-Tam Tran, MD; Katherine Lee; Charles Mylander, PhD; Martin Rosman, MD; Daina Pack, MD; Lorraine Tafra, MD, FACS; Christopher B. Umbricht, MD, PhD; Reema Andrade, MBBS; Wen Liang, DO, FACS; Rubie Sue Jackson, MD, MPH: Positive Ultrasound-Guided Lymph Node Needle Biopsy in Breast Cancer May Not Mandate Axillary Lymph Node. Ann Surg Oncol. 2017 Oct; 24 (10): 3004-3010 Christopher P. Michetti MD, Margaret Griffen MD, Hanh-Tam Tran MD, Moira E. Crosby MPH, Amber W Trickey PhD: Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Performed by Acute Care Surgeons and General Surgeons EPublished. Am Surg. 2015 May; 81 (5): E220-1. PMID: 25975316. Dr. Tran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Intraductal Papilloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma.

    Jenni Y. Sheng
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jenni Sheng is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Oncology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise include internal medicine and oncology. Caring for men and women with cancer, she addresses living with, through and beyond cancer. As she primarily treat patients with breast cancer, she discusses the best treatment options, manages symptoms from the cancer and treatment-related side effects and focuses on psychosocial aspects of care. In keeping with comprehensive survivorship care, she plans surveillance and screening and encourages health promotion (diet, exercise and interpersonal relationships) and care coordination. Dr. Sheng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.

    Alexandra R. Tsesis
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hebrew, Russian

    Dr. Alexandra Roginsky is a fellowship-trained surgeon with expertise in robotic, minimally invasive and trauma surgery. Dr. Roginsky has two decades of broad surgical experience and is dedicated to finding the most effective, least invasive, way to treat patients. She completed her fellowship training at the University of Illinois at Chicago, her residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin and medical school at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She has been listed as a top surgeon by the Consumer’s Research Council of America and is widely published in multiple fields, including minimally invasive surgery and cancer biology. Videos Alexandra B. Roginsky, M.D.Acute Care and Trauma Surgeon Selected Publications Alexandra B. Roginsky, Alexander Tsesis, Hate speech, volition, and neurology, Journal of Law and the Biosciences, Volume 3, Issue 1, April 2016, Pages 174–177, https://doi.org/10.1093/jlb/lsv058 Roginsky, Alexandra. For Our Patients: On Becoming the Surgeon Advocate, Leader, and Learner. (2019). American College of Surgeons. https://www.facs.org/member-services/yfa/advocacy-essays/2019/aroginsky Roginsky, Alexandra. Young Fellows Advocacy and Action. American College of Surgeons. (2018). https://www.facs.org/member-services/yfa/advocacy-essays/2018/roginsky. Dr. Tsesis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Colostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Andrew S. Akman
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Interventional Radiology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Ground FL, Ground FL, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Akman, MD, MBA a native of Washington, DC, currently practices at Suburban Hospital, Sibley Hospital, and Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Akman performs a variety of minimally invasive procedures. He has specific interest in complex IVC filter removals, interventional oncology, pulmonary embolism, and prostate artery embolization. Dr. Akman is an expert in complex IVC filter retrieval and IVC filter related complications. In addition to standard IVC filter retrievals, he removes devices that are severely tilted, embedded, or fractured, as well as those designated as permanent devices. He serves as an adviser to other physicians on complex techniques including laser sheath and forceps assisted retrieval. Within interventional oncology, Dr. Akman performs thermal ablation of lung, liver, and kidney tumors. He performs chemoembolization and radioembolization (Yttrium-90) on primary liver cancer and metastatic liver disease. Dr. Akman also performs prostate artery embolization, an emerging minimally invasive technique for treating urinary symptoms associated with prostate enlargement. Dr. Akman prides himself on building strong relationships with his patients and practicing patient-centered medicine. Videos Andrew Akman, M.D., Interventional Radiologist Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Honoring a Life By Helping Others, Johns Hopkins Medicine, (July 20, 2022). Dr. Akman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Ureterocele, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Liver Embolization.

    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer

    Ifrc LLC

    2722 Merrilee Dr, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kara Beckner is a Radiologist in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Beckner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Bronchiectasis, Visceromegaly, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1.

    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Interventional Radiology

    Center For Vein Restoration MD LLC

    8200 Greensboro Dr Ste 210, 
    Mc Lean, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Rothstein is an Interventional Radiologist in Mc Lean, Virginia. Dr. Rothstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Urothelial Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Robert J. Christie
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    1100 North Glebe Rd, 1600, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Christie is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Christie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET).

    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer

    VHC Health

    1701 N George Mason Dr, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Mezban is a Radiologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Mezban is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Galactocoele.

    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Hematology Oncology

    Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

    6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4200, Suite 4200, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Farrell is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Farrell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Iron Deficiency Anemia.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Mclean, VA?

    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 Mclean, VA?

    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 Mclean, VA?

    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 Mclean, VA?

    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 Mclean, VA?

    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 Mclean, VA?

    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 Mclean, VA?

    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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