The 20 Best Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) Doctors Near Me in Cleveland, OH

Find the Top Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 201 doctor with experience in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) near Cleveland, OH. Of these, 145 are Experienced, 37 are Advanced, 12 are Distinguished and 7 are Elite.

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    Elite in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Elite in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Abouassaly is a Urologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Abouassaly is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Cystectomy. Dr. Abouassaly is board certified in American Board Of Urology, 2012. Dr. Abouassaly is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Elite in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jihad Kaouk is a Urologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Kaouk is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Prostate Cancer, Horseshoe Kidney, Nephrectomy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Kaouk is board certified in American Board Of Urology, 2013. Dr. Kaouk is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Elite in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Moshe Ornstein is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 21 years. Dr. Ornstein is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Urothelial Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Ornstein is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2017. Dr. Ornstein is currently accepting new patients.

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    Elite in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Elite in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Center

    10201 Carnegie Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Gilligan is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 40 years. Dr. Gilligan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Testicular Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Gilligan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2002. Dr. Gilligan is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Elite in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Portuguese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Riccardo Autorino is a Urologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Autorino is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), Urothelial Cancer, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Nephrectomy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Autorino is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Elite in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Naveen Basappa is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Basappa is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Prostate Cancer, and Nephrectomy.

    Elite in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Elite in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lee Ponsky is a Urologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Ponsky is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Nephrectomy, and Cystectomy. Dr. Ponsky is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    Office

    6681 Ridge Rd Bldg 1, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Calaway is a Urologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Calaway is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Teratoma of the Mediastinum, Cystectomy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Calaway is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Erick Remer is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Remer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Adrenal Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Remer is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, 1993. Dr. Remer is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Wee is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Wee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Familial Prostate Cancer, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Wee is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    10201 Carnegie Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amanda Nizam is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Nizam is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urothelial Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Bladder Cancer, and Clear Cell Sarcoma. Dr. Nizam is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2022. Dr. Nizam is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Letterio is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Letterio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). His clinical expertise encompasses Gliomatosis Cerebri, Hepatoblastoma, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Letterio is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Experienced in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Zell is a Urologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Zell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Obstructive Uropathy, Frequent or Urgent Urination, Prostatectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Zell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Experienced in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kyle Scarberry is a Urologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Scarberry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urethral Stricture, Neurogenic Bladder, Obstructive Uropathy, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Cystectomy. Dr. Scarberry is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ryan Berglund is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Berglund is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Berglund is board certified in American Board Of Urology, 2010. Dr. Berglund is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rashed Ghandour is a Urologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Ghandour is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Ghandour is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    10201 Carnegie Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shilpa Gupta is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Gupta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pedro Barata is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Barata is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Barata is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Distinguished in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    Office

    29101 Health Campus Dr Ste 400, 
    Westlake, OH 
     (12.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Jankowski is a Urologist practicing medicine in Westlake, Ohio. Dr. Jankowski is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ureterocele, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Wilms Tumor, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Jankowski is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Advanced in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Schreiner is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Schreiner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer. Dr. Schreiner is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, 2019. Dr. Schreiner is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)?

    Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is the most common type of kidney cancer (90%) and originates in the lining of the renal tubules (small tubes in the kidney) that filter and clean the blood, remove waste products, and produce urine. Renal cell carcinoma occurs more often in men, people who smoke, or who have other kidney disorders, as well as individuals with a family history of kidney cancer or inherited disorders that increase the risk of renal cell carcinoma (see Causes below). Renal cell carcinoma is categorized by the following stages: Stage I – Tumor is in kidney, has not spread (metastasized), and is 7 centimeters or less. Stage II – Tumor is in kidney, has not spread, and is larger than 7 centimeters. Stage III –  The kidney cancer is any size and has spread to near lymph nodes (metastasis); or the cancer has spread to blood vessels in the kidney or nearby blood vessels (renal vein or vena cava), to the parts of the kidney that collect urine, or to the layer of fat surrounding the kidney and may have spread to nearby lymph nodes. Stage IV – The cancer has spread outside the fat surrounding the kidney, and may have spread to the adrenal gland on top of the kidney or nearby lymph nodes; or the cancer has spread to other areas of the body, such as the adrenal glands, distant lymph nodes, liver, lungs, brain, or bone. The stage of renal cell carcinoma determines its treatment and outcome (prognosis).

    When should I see a Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) doctor near Cleveland, OH?

    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 Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) doctor near Cleveland, OH?

    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 Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) doctors near Cleveland, OH?

    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 Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) doctors near Cleveland, OH?

    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 Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) doctor near Cleveland, OH?

    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 Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) 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 Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) doctor near Cleveland, OH?

    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 Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) 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 Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) 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 Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) doctors near Cleveland, OH?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) 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 Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) 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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