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    MediFind found 54 doctor with experience in Merkel Cell Carcinoma near Santa Monica, CA. Of these, 44 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    54 providers found
      Advanced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Otolaryngology | General Surgery | Plastic Surgery
      Advanced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Otolaryngology | General Surgery | Plastic Surgery

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      10833 Le Conte Ave, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Kang is an Otolaryngologist and a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Salivary Gland Tumors, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Distinguished in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Distinguished in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      2121 Santa Monica Boulevard, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kim Margolin is an Oncologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Margolin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Testicular Cancer, and Metastatic Brain Tumor. Dr. Margolin is currently accepting new patients.

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      Richard Essner
      Distinguished in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Surgical Oncology
      Distinguished in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Surgical Oncology
      2121 Santa Monica Boulevard, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Richard Essner is a Surgical Oncologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Essner is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Liposarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Essner is currently accepting new patients.

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      Mark B. Faries
      Distinguished in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Oncology | Surgical Oncology
      Distinguished in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Oncology | Surgical Oncology
      11818 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 200, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mark Faries is an Oncologist and a Surgical Oncologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Faries is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Faries is currently accepting new patients.

      Bartosz Chmielowski
      Distinguished in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Hematology | Oncology
      Distinguished in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Hematology | Oncology

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      900 Weyburn Place, Suite 14 171, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Bartosz Chmielowski is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chmielowski is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Vulvectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Steven J. O'day
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      2121 Santa Monica Blvd, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Steven O'day is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. O'day is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Prostate Cancer.

      Advanced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      General Surgery
      11818 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 200, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Leland Foshag is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Foshag is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Lymphadenectomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Foshag is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Oncology | Hematology
      Advanced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Oncology | Hematology

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation

      11800 Wilshire Blvd, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Justin Moyers is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Moyers is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma, and Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.

      Frederick Eilber
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery | Vascular Surgery

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      200 Medical Plaza, Suite 120, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Frederick Eilber is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Eilber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Synovial Sarcoma, Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma, and Liposarcoma.

      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
      2001 Santa Monica Blvd, #780w, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Decio Rangel is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Rangel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Lymphadenectomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      2020 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 510, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Teresa Soriano is a Dermatologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Soriano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Bowen's Disease, and Actinic Keratosis.

      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      2020 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 210, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Alexander Black is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Black is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Anemia.

      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Radiation Oncology
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Radiation Oncology
      2121 Santa Monica Boulevard, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Wollman is a Radiation Oncologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Wollman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Posterior Fossa Tumor, Intraductal Papilloma, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Astrocytoma. Dr. Wollman is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      2121 Santa Monica Boulevard, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Przemyslaw Twardowski is an Oncologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Twardowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Prostatectomy, and Orchiectomy. Dr. Twardowski is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      General Surgery
      2121 Santa Monica Boulevard, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Melanie Goldfarb is a General Surgeon in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Goldfarb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Thyroid Cancer, Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Hematology | Oncology

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation

      11800 Wilshire Blvd, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Inderjit Mehmi is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Mehmi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Vitrectomy.

      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Surgical Oncology
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Surgical Oncology
      11800 Wilshire Boulevard, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      18+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Trevan Fischer is a Surgical Oncologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Fischer has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Eccrine Porocarcinoma, HER2 Negative Breast Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Fischer is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Hematology | Oncology

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      900 Weyburn Place, Suite 14 171, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Wanxing Chai is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Hematology Oncology | Nurse Practitioner
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Hematology Oncology | Nurse Practitioner
      200 Medical Plz, #365,214,420,120,510, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Grace Cherry is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Nurse Practitioner in Los Angeles, California. Ms. Cherry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Melanoma of the Eye, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.

      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
      Hematology | Oncology

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      200 Medical Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Deborah Wong is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Wong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, and Angiosarcoma.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Merkel Cell Carcinoma?

      Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare, aggressive skin cancer. It usually develops as a single, painless, bump on sun-exposed skin. The bump may be skin-colored or red-violet, and tends to grow rapidly over weeks to months. It may spread quickly to surrounding tissues, nearby lymph nodes, or more distant parts of the body. Factors associated with developing MCC include increasing age, fair skin, a history of extensive sun exposure, chronic immune suppression, and the Merkel cell polyomavirus. The Merkel cell polyomavirus has been detected in most people who have MCC.

      When should I see a Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctors near Santa Monica, 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctors near Santa Monica, 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Merkel Cell Carcinoma 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctors near Santa Monica, CA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Merkel Cell Carcinoma 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Merkel Cell Carcinoma 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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