The 20 Best Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) Doctors Near Me in Arroyo Grande, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 23 doctor with experience in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) near Arroyo Grande, CA. Of these, 16 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Oncology | Internal Medicine

    Mission Hope Cancer Center - Medical Oncology - Arroyo Grande

    850 Fair Oaks Ave, Ste 310, 
    Arroyo Grande, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Keith Ayrons grew up on Long Island, New York, and completed his bachelor’s degree in Biology at the University of Albany while volunteering at the local hospital in the Pathology department. His passion for science and early learnings in the experimental and clinical based approach inspired him to complete first, a Master’s in Microbiology from Adelphi University and then his medical degree from Wayne State University. He then completed his Internal Medicine residency, and combined fellowship in Oncology and Hematology at Stoney Brook University. In 1995, Dr. Ayrons joined a growing oncology and hematology practice in Gastonia, North Carolina, where he was a partner for 23 years. He is Board Certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology and Internal Medicine and served as past president of the Internal Medicine department. For 25 years he developed excellent patient and family relationship skills that created a loyal patient following. In 2018, Dr. Ayrons relocated to the Central Coast and is excited to be a part of the Mission Hope Cancer Center where he can continue to fulfill his passion of serving the community through providing quality care. Dr. Ayrons is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Ayrons is board certified in Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology), and Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology). Dr. Ayrons is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Distinguished in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)

    Cancer Center - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA

    715 Tank Farm Rd, Suite C, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Tom Spillane believes in an integrative approach to the management of his patients. His definition of an integrative approach combines the best of the updated western medicine technology, complementary care, clinical trials and local psychosocial support services.Dr. Spillane co-founded the Hearst Cancer Resource Center in 2008, as well as the Surfing for Hope Foundation  in 2011, a program that among other services takes cancer survivors and children whose parents are battling cancer, on monthly surf sessions.Board Certification:Oncology, HematologyMedical School:University of California, DavisMedical Oncology Residency:University of California, IrvineFellowship Training:University of California, IrvineAreas of Interest:Brain tumors, Breast Cancer, GI Cancers, Head and Neck Cancer, Lung Cancer, Melanoma. Dr. Spillane is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 74 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome. Dr. Spillane is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology). Dr. Spillane is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)

    PCR Oncology

    Arroyo Grande, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Palchak has bachelor's and master's degrees in biology from UC Irvine. He received his doctorate in medicine from St. Louis University, did a residency in internal medicine at Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara, then medical oncology fellowship at UC San Diego. He established an independent medical oncology practice in Arroyo Grande in 1994 and has practiced continuously in the south county since that date. He established the region's first cancer research program, first tumor board, first nonprofit to expand services for cancer patients in our community among many other firsts.Respect the patient's wishes and treat others as we wish to be treated. Dr. Palchak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Anal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Palchak is board certified in Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology). Dr. Palchak is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Distinguished in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)

    UCLA Health Hematology Oncology

    892 Aerovista Pl, Ste 240, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Dicarlo is an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Dicarlo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lung Cancer, and Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma. Dr. Dicarlo is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology) and Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology). Dr. Dicarlo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine

    Chc

    260 Station Way, Ste A, 
    Arroyo Grande, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Accessible and Comprehensive Quality Health Care Services. Dr. Bhat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Bhat is board certified in Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine (Sub: Geriatric Medicine). Dr. Bhat is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Hematology | Oncology

    Cancer Center - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA

    715 Tank Farm Rd, Suite C, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gorgun Akpek (Dr. G) is a board certified hematologist and medical oncologist who treats his patients with all types of cancer and blood related.Dr. Akpek received his MD degree from Hacettepe University, the top medical school in Turkey and did his internal medicine residency and hematology & medical oncology clinical fellowship trainings at Hacettepe University and Boston University Medical Centers. He became further specialized in Leukemia and Stem Cell/Bone Marrow Transplantation at Johns Hopkins University Department of Oncology in Baltimore, Maryland.He joined the faculty first at Johns Hopkins University and then University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center as a clinical investigator and attending physician.He continued his career as a founding Director of Leukemia and Stem Cell Transplantation/Cell Therapy programs at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Gilbert, Arizona and more recently he served as the Section Chief of Blood and Marrow Transplant Program (BMT) at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.Dr. Akpek is a member of American Society of Hematology (ASH), Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and Transplantation (ASBMT). He is nationally recognized for his research by more than 100 publications and clinical work in leukemia, lymphoma, MDS, multiple myeloma and stem cell transplantation.Board Certification:Oncology, Hematology, Internal MedicineMedical School:Hacettepe University School of MedicineInternal Medicine Residency:Hacettepe University School of MedicineFellowship Training:Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Boston University Medical Center and Johns Hopkins UniversityAreas of Interest:All Cancers including: Autoimmune Cancer, Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Rectal Cancer,  Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, MelanomaAdditional Education: Master of Public Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health 2005. Awards and Recognition: Chief's Hematology and Oncology Scholar Award, Boston University 1995-1997 Jo-Ann McCaleb Amyloid Research Award 1997 Henry Christian Award, American Federation of Medical Research 2002. Dr. Akpek is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Splenectomy. Dr. Akpek is board certified in Hematology-American Board Of Hematology, Medical Oncology-American Board Of Medical Oncology, and Internal Medicine. Dr. Akpek is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Oncology | Internal Medicine

    Cancer Center - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA

    715 Tank Farm Rd, Suite C, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Board Certification:Oncology & HematologyFellowship Training:Oncology & Hematology from University California DavisInternal Medicine Residency:Cornell UniversityMedical School:Institute of Medicine I, Ragoon, BurmaEducation:Masters of Public Health and Tropical Medicine Tulane UniversityAreas of Interest: Benign Hematology, Breast Cancer, Gastrointestinal Malignancies, Lung Cancer, Solid Tumors. Dr. Soe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Soe is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology) and Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology). Dr. Soe is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Internal Medicine

    Ella Street Specialty Center

    1304 Ella St Ste A, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ross Michel is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Michel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coccidioidomycosis, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    931 Oak Park Blvd Ste 101, 
    Pismo Beach, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary Lowery is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pismo Beach, California. Dr. Lowery is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Her clinical expertise encompasses Swimming Pool Granuloma, Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Osteopenia.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Interventional Radiology

    Pacific Coast Spine Center A Physical Therapy Corp

    880 Oak Park Blvd Ste 201, 
    Arroyo Grande, CA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Spearman is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Spearman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Varicose Veins, Tenosynovitis, Nasal Flaring, Venous Insufficiency, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Ella Street Specialty Center

    1304 Ella St Ste A, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Soll is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Soll is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Hematology | Oncology

    UCLA Health Hematology Oncology

    892 Aerovista Pl, Ste 240, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Deborah Villa is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Villa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Melanoma. Dr. Villa is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology). Dr. Villa is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)

    UCLA Health Hematology Oncology

    892 Aerovista Pl, Ste 240, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Erin Chamberlain is a Hematologist practicing medicine in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Chamberlain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Chamberlain is board certified in Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology), and Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology). Dr. Chamberlain is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Oncology | Internal Medicine

    Cancer Center - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA

    715 Tank Farm Rd, Suite C, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Daniel Lewis, MD, is a board certified Medical Oncologist who has practiced in San Luis Obispo for forty years. He is a graduate of the Oregon Health Science’s Center and trained in Internal Medicine at the University of Missouri, Columbia.Dr. Lewis’ Medical Oncology specialty training was completed at the University of Colorado Medical Center. Dr. Lewis’ singular philosophy is that the patients come first. He very much enjoys the opportunity to practice at Dignity Health SLO Oncology and Hematology Health Center. Dr. Lewis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Lewis is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology).

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Family Medicine

    Primary Care - Dignity Health - Nipomo, CA

    1560 Mesa Rd, Suite 100, 
    Nipomo, CA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Day has practiced Family Medicine for more than 35 years. He did his Undergraduate training at Stanford, and earned his MD degree from Case Western Reseruve University School of Medicine. He was Chief Resident of his Family Practice Residency Program at The University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver.Dr. Day returned to Stanford to work at the Palo Alto Medical Foundation and taught residents at the School of Medicine, and served as an Attending Physician at the Stanford University Medical Center and the San Jose Residency Program. He also served as one of the team physicians for the San Francisco Giants and 49'ers. He has completed several marathons, including Denver, Cleveland, San Francisco, and Boston. Dr. Day is part of the Nipomo community and enjoys the opportunity to be of service to his friends and neighbors. Dr. Day is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Ampullary Cancer, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Hashimoto Thyroiditis.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)

    PCR Oncology Inc.

    Arroyo Grande, CA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erick Hjortsvang is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Hjortsvang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Thrombocythemia, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Infectious Disease

    Ella Street Specialty Center

    1304 Ella St Ste A, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Vendegna is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Vendegna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Bronchiectasis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Coccidioidomycosis.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
    715 Tank Farm Rd Ste C, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Harrison is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Harrison is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Richter Syndrome, and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Ella Street Specialty Center

    1304 Ella St Ste A, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laura Lubarsky is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Lubarsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Pleural Effusion, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Internal Medicine

    James W. Lawler M.D. A Prof Corp

    1250 Peach St Ste B, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Grace Crittenden is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Crittenden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Sitosterolemia, and Osteoporosis.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)?

    Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) is an aggressive disease characterized by rapid, uncontrolled growth of malignant cells in the lung that eventually form a tumor. Small cell lung carcinoma is considered to be a neuroendocrine carcinoma because the cancer cells have features of nerve and endocrine cells and can spread quickly to other areas of the body, such as the liver, adrenal glands, bone, and brain. Small cell lung cancer cells can act like tiny glands and can further cause a condition known as paraneoplastic disorder, in which the cancer cells secret chemical and hormones that cause a range of symptoms, such as abnormal blood mineral levels, high blood sugar, muscle weakness, or neurological symptoms. There are two types of small cell lung cancer: 1) oat cell small cell lung cancer, and 2) combined small cell lung carcinoma. Small cell carcinoma is categorized into two main stages: 1) limited-stage small cell carcinoma, which is possibly curable in 20-25% of individuals, and 2) extensive stage small cell carcinoma, which is difficult to treat. Limited-stage small cell lung cancer – In this stage, the cancer is in the lung and may spread to the area between the lungs or the lymph nodes above the collarbone. Extensive-stage small cell lung cancer – In this stage, the cancer has spread outside of the lung to the area between the lungs, the lymph nodes above the collarbone, or other places in the body.

    When should I see a Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor near Arroyo Grande, CA?

    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 Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor near Arroyo Grande, CA?

    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 Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctors near Arroyo Grande, CA?

    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 Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctors near Arroyo Grande, CA?

    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 Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor near Arroyo Grande, CA?

    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 Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) 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 Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor near Arroyo Grande, CA?

    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 Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) 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 Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) 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 Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctors near Arroyo Grande, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) 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 Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) 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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