The 20 Best Lung Cancer Doctors Near Me in Newnan, GA

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The 20 Best Lung Cancer Doctors near Newnan, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 29 doctor with experience in Lung Cancer near Newnan, GA. Of these, 18 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced, 5 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Elite in Lung Cancer

    City Of Hope Atlanta Cancer Center

    600 Celebrate Life Pkwy, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Debora Bruno is an Oncologist in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Bruno is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.

    Diana A. Santiago
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Piedmont Newnan Hospital Radiation Oncology

    775 Poplar Rd, Lower Level 10, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Diana A. Santiago, MD is a board-certified radiation oncologist, currently practicing and serving as Medical Director of the Piedmont Newnan Hospital Radiation Oncology Clinic. She treats all tumor types, but has a special interest in breast, prostate, lung and head and neck malignancies. Dr. Santiago earned her medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC. She completed her residency in 1996 at the Medical University of South Carolina. She received her board certification in Radiation Oncology in 1997. Dr. Santiago has been practicing medicine and Radiation Oncology for almost 20 years with her medical group, Therapeutic Radiation Oncology, P.C. Dr. Santiago is very active in administration and strategic planning of cancer services throughout the Piedmont System. She currently serves on the Piedmont Centers of Excellence for breast cancer. She is part of the Piedmont creation team that reviews standardization and quality of cancer care system-wide. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, painting, traveling and playing tennis. Dr. Santiago is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Familial Prostate Cancer.

    Darren Kies
    Advanced in Lung Cancer
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Lung Cancer
    Interventional Radiology

    Radiology And Medical Imagery Of Newnan, PC

    745 Poplar Road, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Darren Kies is an Interventional Radiologist in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Kies is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Ascites, Liver Embolization, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Kies is currently accepting new patients.

    Are you looking for a specific type of Lung Cancer?

    Common conditions include: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)

    Learn about our expert tiers
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer

    Patricia Rich,Md

    600 Celebrate Life Pkwy, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patricia Rich is an Oncologist in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Rich is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.

    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    City Of Hope Medical Group Of Georgia LLC

    600 Celebrate Life Pkwy, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Korean, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kristin Higgins is a Radiation Oncologist in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Higgins is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Dr. Higgins is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer

    Nitika Sharma,Md

    600 Celebrate Life Pkwy, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nitika Sharma is an Oncologist in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Sharma is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma, and EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.

    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Hematology
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Hematology

    Office

    775 Poplar Rd Ste 310, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Minesh Patel is a Hematologist in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Patel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Malabsorption, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Intensive Care Medicine

    City Of Hope Atlanta

    600 Celebrate Life Pkwy, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gaurav Dutta is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Dutta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Advanced in Lung Cancer
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Lung Cancer
    Internal Medicine

    City Of Hope Medical Group Of Georgia LLC

    600 Celebrate Life Pkwy, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Francisco Almeida is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Almeida is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Mediastinitis, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Lung Cancer, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Almeida is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lung Cancer
    Advanced in Lung Cancer

    City Of Hope Atlanta

    600 Celebrate Life Pkwy, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Parks is an Oncologist in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Parks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

    Advanced in Lung Cancer
    Advanced in Lung Cancer

    City Of Hope Atlanta Cancer Center

    600 Celebrate Life Pkwy, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amina Naqvi is an Oncologist in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Naqvi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Breast Cancer.

    Advanced in Lung Cancer
    Advanced in Lung Cancer

    City Of Hope Medical Group Of Georgia LLC

    600 Celebrate Life Pkwy, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dhivya Prabhakar is a Hematologist in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Prabhakar has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Adenocarcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, and Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.

    Vijay Patel
    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Sleep Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Newnan

    2301 Newnan Crossing Boulevard, Suite 200, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vijay M. Patel, MD, FCCP, earned his medical degree from the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. He completed his internal medicine internship and residency at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta. Following his residency, Dr. Patel completed a pulmonary and critical care medicine fellowship and Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Patel is board certified in pulmonary medicine and internal medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Patel was in practice at PAPP Clinic. His special interests include sleep disorders, asthma, emphysema, chronic bronchitis, lung disorder, bronchoscopy, thoracentesis and pulmonary function tests. Dr. Patel is a member of the American College of Physicians, the Society of Critical Care Medicine, the American College of Chest Physicians and the American Thoracic Society. In his spare time, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with his family. Dr. Patel is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Emphysema, Bullae, and Narcolepsy.

    Shankar Kandaswamy
    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Newnan

    2301 Newnan Crossing Boulevard, Suite 200, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shankar Kandaswamy, MD, FCCP, earned his medical degree from Thanjavur Medical College at Bharathidasan University in India. He completed his internal medicine residency at the Western Reserve Care System in Youngstown, Ohio. Following his residency, Dr. Kandaswamy completed a pulmonary and critical care fellowship at the Virginia Commonwealth University Hospital at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond. Dr. Kandaswamy is board certified in pulmonary medicine, internal medicine and critical care. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Kandaswamy was in practice at the PAPP Clinic. His special interests include critical care, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, emphysema, asthma and allergies. Dr. Kandawamy is a member of the America College of Chest Physicians, the Southern Medical Association and the American Medical Association. In his spare time, Dr. Kandaswamy enjoys playing tennis, traveling and sports. Dr. Kandaswamy is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Kandaswamy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, Bullae, and Gastrostomy.

    Mayur Patel
    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Newnan

    2301 Newnan Crossing Boulevard, Suite 200, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mayur Patel, M.D. earned his medical degree from Amravati University in Amravati, India. He received training in Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery at Bombay Hospital and Research Center in Mumbai, India. He completed his Internal Medicine, Pulmonary and Critical Care fellowships at East Tennessee State University. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Patel was a full time attending physician with Pulmonary and Critical Care Associates in Jacksonville, Fl. He had also worked at Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, Tn for three years. Dr. Patel also served as a clinical staff associate professor at East Tennessee State University for the Pulmonary and Critical Care fellowship program. Dr. Patel joins Piedmont Physicians with 13 years of experience. He has special interest in Critical Care, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Interventional Pulmonary procedures such as EBUS, Navigational Bronchoscopy, Bronchial Thermoplasty, Pleurx catheter, and post cardiac arrest hypothermia therapy. Dr. Patel welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Akshay Bhatnagar
    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Newnan

    2301 Newnan Crossing Boulevard, Suite 200, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Bhatnagar received his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from the University of Virginia. He then earned both a Master of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences as well as his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School. He went on to complete a residency in Internal Medicine at Cleveland Clinic, followed by a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at George Washington University, before joining Piedmont Healthcare.He is board-certified in Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Medicine, and is a member of the American College of Chest Physicians and American Medical Association.In his spare time, Dr. Bhatnagar enjoys traveling, hiking, sports, playing music, spending time with family and friends, and trying new restaurants.Dr. Bhatnagar is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Bhatnagar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Emphysema, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Experienced in Lung Cancer

    Bamidele A. Adesunloye,Md, MS, Facp

    600 Celebrate Life Pkwy, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bamidele Adesunloye is an Oncologist in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Adesunloye is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), and Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma.

    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    City Of Hope Medical Group Of Georgia LLC

    600 Celebrate Life Pkwy, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elesyia Outlaw-Evans is a Radiation Oncologist in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Outlaw-Evans is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Ewing Sarcoma, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Endometrial Cancer, and Bone Tumor. Dr. Outlaw-Evans is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Lily Shakibnia,Md, MSC, Dabr, FRCPC

    600 Celebrate Life Pkwy, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lily Shakibnia is a Radiation Oncologist in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Shakibnia has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Breast Cancer.

    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Experienced in Lung Cancer

    Sankar Srinivasan,Md

    600 Celebrate Life Pkwy, 
    Newnan, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sankar Srinivasan is an Oncologist in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Srinivasan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Lung Cancer?

    Lung cancer is cancer that starts in the lungs.

    The lungs are located in the chest. When you breathe, air goes through your nose, down your windpipe (trachea), and into the lungs, where it flows through tubes called bronchi. Most lung cancer begins in the cells that line these tubes.

    There are two main types of lung cancer:

    • Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the most common type of lung cancer.
    • Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) makes up about 20% of all lung cancer cases.

    If the cancer started somewhere else in the body and spreads to the lungs, it is called metastatic cancer to the lung.

    When should I see a Lung Cancer doctor near Newnan, 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 Lung Cancer doctor near Newnan, 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 Lung Cancer doctors near Newnan, 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 Lung Cancer doctors near Newnan, 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 Lung Cancer doctor near Newnan, 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 Lung Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Lung Cancer doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Lung Cancer doctor near Newnan, 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 Lung 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 Lung 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 Lung Cancer doctors near Newnan, GA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Lung Cancer doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Lung Cancer doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Lung 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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