The 20 Best Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) Doctors Near Me in Marietta, GA

Find the Top Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 140 doctor with experience in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) near Marietta, GA. Of these, 109 are Experienced, 25 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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

    Wellstar Medical Group LLC

    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Carlos Osmon is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Osmon is rated as an Advanced 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 Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Osmon is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Georgia Cancer Specialists

    790 Church Street Northeast, Suite 335, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Gena Volas is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Volas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 64 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Astrocytoma, and Gliosarcoma. Dr. Volas is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology. Dr. Volas is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Marietta

    660 Cherokee St, Suite 200, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stuart Simon, M.D., FCCP, earned his medical degree from Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Ga. He completed his residency and internship in internal medicine at Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, where he was chief medical resident. He completed his fellowship in pulmonology and critical care medicine at Yale University.Dr. Simon received his undergraduate degrees in biology and sociology from Tulane University. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Simon was in practice with Georgia Lung Associates. He holds board certifications in critical care medicine, pulmonary disease and internal medicine.Dr. Simon specializes in emphysema, lung cancer, pulmonary rehabilitation and respiratory exercise physiology and rehabilitation.In his spare time, Dr. Simon enjoys biking and exercising.Dr. Simon welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Simon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Pneumonia. Dr. Simon is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease. Dr. Simon is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers

    340 Kennestone Hospital Blvd Ste 200, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Mccune is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Mccune is rated as a Distinguished 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 Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

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

    Wellstar Cobb Infusion Pharmacy

    340 Kennestone Hospital Blvd Ste 100, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zulfiqar Malik is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Malik is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.

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

    Wellstar Cobb Infusion Pharmacy

    340 Kennestone Hospital Blvd Ste 100, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John French is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. French is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

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

    Quantum Radiology PC

    790 Church St NE Ste 400, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Silverstein is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Silverstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Visceromegaly, Lung Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Graft.

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

    Georgia Cancer Specialists

    790 Church Street Northeast, Suite 335, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Louis Garrot is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Garrot is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 58 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Familial Pancreatic Cancer. Dr. Garrot is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology. Dr. Garrot is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Marietta

    660 Cherokee St, Suite 200, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brion J. Lock, M.D., graduated with a bachelor of arts degree from Kalamazoo College in Kalamazoo, Mich. He earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Mich. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Lock was chosen to serve as chief resident for one year after completion of his internal medicine residency in 2002. He stayed at UAB to complete his pulmonary and critical care fellowship and served as chief fellow during his final year of training.Dr. Lock is described as hard working and passionate about the practice of medicine. His colleagues consider him to be very energetic and industrious with regard to patient care. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Lock was in practice with Georgia Lung Associates for 7 years. Dr. Lock is board certified in critical care and pulmonary disease, and specializes in cough and airways diseases including asthma, COPD, and bronchiectasis.In his spare time, Dr. Lock enjoys sports, cooking, and traveling with his family.Dr. Lock welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Lock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Lung Metastases, Bronchiectasis, Lung Nodules, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Lock is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease. Dr. Lock is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Marietta

    660 Cherokee St, Suite 200, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Szumstein, M.D., earned his medical degree from Universidad Central de Venezuela in Caracas, Venezuela. He completed his residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He completed his pulmonary, sleep and critical care medicine fellowships at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Szumstein was in practice with Georgia Lung Associates. Previous to that, he was an assistant professor at the University of Virginia and helped train residents and worked as a staff physician at Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Salem, Va. He is board certified in pulmonary diseases, critical care medicine and sleep medicine. In his spare time, Dr. Szumstein enjoys spending time with his family, while traveling, hitting the slopes, riding jet skis, watching sports and listening to a wide range of music. Dr. Szumstein welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Szumstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Irregular Sleep-Wake Syndrome. Dr. Szumstein is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease, and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Sleep Medicine. Dr. Szumstein is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Quantum Radiology PC

    790 Church St NE Ste 400, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ashutosh Rao is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Nodule, Ascites, Lung Nodules, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Radiation Oncology

    Piedmont Physicians Radiation Oncology Kennesaw

    187 Chastain Rd Nw, Ste 120, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Leonel Kahn, MD is a board-certified radiation oncologist with Peachtree Radiation Oncology Services. He joined the group in 2018 and practices at Piedmont Kennesaw, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, and Piedmont West. He practices general radiation oncology and has extensive experience with modern radiation oncology techniques (intensity modulated radiation therapy, image guided radiation therapy, and stereotactic body radiotherapy). He has a special interest in gastrointestinal, breast, and central nervous system malignancies. He has additional training in stereotactic radiosurgery (Gamma Knife and linear accelerator-based radiosurgery) for malignant and benign conditions.Dr. Kahn is an enthusiastic and committed physician. His skill sets are particularly suited to bridge the gap between the systematic processes of treatment planning and delivery versus the warmhearted nature of caring for cancer patients. He is a critical thinker and enjoys the process of assimilating scientific evidence with patient-specific factors to determine the best treatment decision. His experience has refined his ability to make decisive choices in the face of complex cancer care. He also establishes deep bonds with his patients, grounded in compassion and empathy. He thrives on the demanding nature of the profession in terms of learning and updating his knowledge base as the field constantly evolves. Importantly, radiation oncology is a field in which he feels endlessly honored and humbled to work.In addition to his clinical responsibilities, he is a voting member of the Piedmont Healthcare Institutional Review Board. He also has comprehensive training in clinical trial enrollment to national cooperative group protocols. He enjoys discussing potential clinical trials with patients, if it is in line with their wishes.He attended Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience (Summa Cum Laude). He then earned his medical degree from Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, Oregon. For his graduate medical education, he performed an internship at Legacy Health System in Portland, Oregon and completed a radiation oncology residency at the University of California, Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center in Sacramento, California. He served as chief radiation oncology resident during his final year. Dr. Kahn was born in Louisiana, but raised in Eugene, Oregon. Walking his corgi dog and cooking are the two ways he spends most of his weekends. He is also very happily married. Dr. Kahn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anal Cancer, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Kahn is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Radiation Oncology. Dr. Kahn is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Physicians Medical Oncology Kennesaw

    187 Chastain Rd NW Suite 250, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Tamil
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mridula Vinjamuri, M.D. comes to Piedmont Oncology with over 21 years of clinical experience. She completed her fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at West Virginia University in Morgantown, WV. Her Internal Medicine residency was at Michigan State university, Covenant Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan and her Surgical Internship was at Cornell University /North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Vinjamuri holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) from A. P. State University of Health Sciences at Guntur Medical College.Dr. Vinjamuri has received numerous recognitions, honors and awards in academics, research and clinical care over her career. Among distinctions is her listing by Consumers Research Council of America in 'America's Top physicians,'as well as notable grant awarded by the Health Care Foundation of New Jersey recognizing her excellence in research. She served as Medical Director of Oncology, reviewer at IRB. She has given multiple case presentations in medical conferences across the United States and is an accomplished author of dozens of abstracts and publications, including topics on PET scans in small cell lung cancer and chemotherapy of brain tumors. Dr. Vinjamuri lives in Acworth, Georgia with her husband and two children. During her leisure time she enjoys yoga, meditation, writing poetry and bird watching.Dr. Vinjamuri believes in treating each patient's unique psychosocial, emotional, nutritional, occupational, spiritual and existential needs in order to truly facilitate the most personalized comprehensive treatment added to the latest cutting edge cancer treatments. Empowering patients with knowledge about staging, treatment options and side effects, while also extending support to their families with regard to emotional and financial issues. Every time a patient comes, the most important thing is to hold their hand and letting them know that they are not alone all through the journey and treat them with compassion, dignity and respect. Dr. Vinjamuri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Vinjamuri is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology. Dr. Vinjamuri is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Physicians Medical Oncology Atlanta

    1800 Howell Mill Road Suite 300, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Yoruba
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sope Olugbile, MD, is board certified in internal medicine and medical oncology. He treats lung, head/neck, esophageal, gastric, skin, prostate, bladder, kidney, sarcoma and other rare cancers, with a special interest in precision medicine (targeted therapy), immuno-oncology (immunotherapy), bispecific antibodies, clinical trials and cellular therapy.In his spare time, he enjoys spending time and travelling with family.Dr. Olugbile welcomes new patients and accepts most major insurance plans. Dr. Olugbile is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). Dr. Olugbile is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology. Dr. Olugbile is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Wellstar Cobb Infusion Pharmacy

    340 Kennestone Hospital Blvd Ste 100, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bruce Gould is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Gould is rated as an Advanced 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 Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Radiation Oncology

    North Georgia Radiation Therapy

    320 Kennestone Hospital Blvd Ste LL1, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Mclaughlin is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Mclaughlin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Metastatic Brain Tumor.

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

    Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers

    340 Kennestone Hospital Blvd Ste 200, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Andrews is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Andrews is rated as an Advanced 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 Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Breast Cancer.

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

    Wellstar Cobb Infusion Pharmacy

    340 Kennestone Hospital Blvd Ste 100, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Don Shaffer is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Shaffer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

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

    NSH Cancer Institute Professional Services G LLC

    790 Church St NE Ste 335, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lynn Zemsky is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Zemsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Thrombocytopenia, Anemia, and Familial Pancreatic Cancer.

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

    Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers

    340 Kennestone Hospital Boulevard, Suite 100, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hillary Hahm is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Hahm is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Sickle Cell Disease, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Hahm is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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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 Marietta, GA?

    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 Marietta, GA?

    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 Marietta, GA?

    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 Marietta, GA?

    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 Marietta, GA?

    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 Marietta, GA?

    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 Marietta, GA?

    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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