The 20 Best Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) Doctors Near Me in St. Charles, MO

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

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 118 doctor with experience in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) near St. Charles, MO. Of these, 79 are Experienced, 28 are Advanced and 11 are Distinguished.

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

    SSM Health Cancer Care

    12277 DePaul Drive, Suite 100, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Dr. Ayalew is board-certified in internal medicine, hematology and medical oncology. He is a member of the American Societies of Hematology and Clinical Oncology as well as the American College of Physicians. He received his medical degree from Gondar College of Medical sciences, Ethiopia and completed his residency and fellowship at the SUNY Downstate Medical Center in New York where he also became the chief fellow. Dr. Ayalew treats patients from 18 years and older and is excited to bring his expertise to the SSM Cancer Care team. ""Dealing with cancer can be a difficult journey for patients and their families. As a Hematologist and Oncologist, my goal is to optimize the quality of life for my patients and their loved ones, helping them cope with these challenges. I understand that every patient has unique needs, and I tailor practice decisions to individual patients by incorporating the latest evidence based medicine.""-Getinet Ayalew, MD". Dr. Ayalew is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Ayalew is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

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

    SSM Health Medical Group

    12255 DePaul Drive, Suite 500, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Sandiford is a highly experienced physician who has been practicing in the St. Charles and St. Peters area since 1994. He is trained in pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine. He is board eligible in sleep medicine. Dr. Sandiford earned his medical degree and completed his residency training in internal medicine at Washington University in St. Louis. He completed a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at Washington University. Dr. Sandiford's services include, but are not limited to treatment of the following conditions and procedures: asthma, emphysema, lung cancer, COPD, sleep disorders, pulmonary hypertension, and interventional bronchoscopy. Dr. Sandiford is on staff at SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis. Dr. Sandiford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Sandiford is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology | Nuclear Medicine
    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology | Nuclear Medicine
    12303 DePaul Drive, Radiology Department, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Syed Zamir is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Zamir is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Zamir is board certified in American Board Of Radiology/Interventional Radiology & Diagnostic Radiology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

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

    SSM Health Medical Group

    12255 DePaul Drive, Suite 500, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Uppal is board certified in pulmonary medicine and internal medicine. She obtained her internal medicine training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. She completed a fellowship in pulmonary medicine from the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Uppal has over 10 years of experience in treating pulmonary diseases. Her services include, but are not limited to: asthma, lung cancer, COPD, sleep disorders, interstitial lung disease and pulmonary hypertension. Dr. Uppal is on staff at SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis. Dr. Uppal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma. Dr. Uppal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    12303 DePaul Drive, Critical Care Department, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amanda Avellone is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Avellone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Avellone is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Sleep Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

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

    SSM Health Medical Group

    400 First Capitol Drive, Suite 100, 
    St. Charles, MO 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Dr. Ehsan is board certified in pulmonary disease and internal medicine. His specialty includes consultations, diagnosis and therapies for patients with illnesses that affect lungs and breathing. Dr. Ehsan graduated with degrees in medicine and surgery from Khyber Medical College, University of Peshawar, Pakistan in 2002. He worked in Pakistan and then in England until 2007, when he joined the internal medicine residency program at the University of Connecticut, Farmington. Dr. Ehsan then completed a fellowship program in pulmonary and critical care medicine at the University of Connecticut. ""Pulmonology has always allured me because of the unique correspondence between anatomy, physiology, diagnosis and management. Treating patients with pulmonary diseases can be challenging, involving logical thought processes and making critical decisions. I consider patient education as the most important factor in managing different diseases, especially asthma and COPD. Education not only allows patients to understand their disease, but also makes management of complex diseases much easier."" - Dr. Mohsin Ehsan". Dr. Ehsan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, COVID-19, Pleurisy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Ehsan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    330 First Capitol Drive, Suite 470, 
    St. Charles, MO 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Siler is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in St. Charles, Missouri. Dr. Siler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, and Neurosarcoidosis. Dr. Siler is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

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

    SSM Health Medical Group

    711 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Suite 300, 
    St. Charles, MO 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Keith Wickenhauser is an internist who provides comprehensive medical care for patients of all ages, from birth through adulthood and beyond. He specializes in preventive health with regular wellness exams; managing complex medical and co-morbidity conditions; and addressing cardiovascular risk factors such as chronic diabetes, obesity, and chronic high blood pressure. Dr. Wickenhauser's mission is to improve the health of the community around him through effective preventive measures and evidence-based management of current conditions that affect both adult and pediatric patients. He is beloved by his patients, who appreciate how attentive and knowledgeable he is, taking his time to ask pertinent questions and listen fully to their concerns. He is also known to follow up with his patients personally. Dr. Wickenhauser is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Member and the American College of Physicians. Fun fact: Dr. Wickenhauser enjoys spending time with his deaf dog. Dr. Wickenhauser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Lung Metastases, Vitamin D Deficiency, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Wickenhauser is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Pediatrics , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

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

    Mercy Compounding And Home Infusion Pharmacy

    3183 Riverport Tech Center Dr, 
    Maryland Heights, MO 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joanne Waltman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Maryland Heights, Missouri. Dr. Waltman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

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

    SSM Health Medical Group

    2024 Dorsett Village, 
    Maryland Heights, MO 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Prater is board certified in family medicine. He completed his residency at University General Hospital - Seminole, FL. He earned his medical degree at Kansas City College of Osteopathy. He has been in practice for over 20 years. Dr. Prater is accepting immediate family members of current patients. Dr. Prater is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Prater is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

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

    SSM Health Medical Group

    400 First Capitol Drive, Suite 100, 
    St. Charles, MO 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Ahmareen Khan is board certified in internal medicine and fellowship trained in pulmonary and critical care medicine. Dr. Khan sees patients ages 18 years and older and treats a wide range of pulmonary diseases including, but not limited to: asthma, bronchitis, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), emphysema, pleural diseases, pneumonia, interstitial lung disease and lung cancer. She has special medical interest in pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary fibrosis and sleep medicine. Dr. Khan earned her medical degree from Sindh Medical College in Karachi, Pakistan, and completed a pulmonary and critical care fellowship at Saint Louis University Health Sciences Center. She has been serving patients in the St. Charles community since 1998. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Asthma in Children, and Asthma. Dr. Khan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Sleep Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

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

    The Siteman Cancer Center Medical Oncology

    10 Barnes West Dr, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Ward is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Ward is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).

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

    St. Luke's Hospital

    232 S Woods Mill Rd, 
    Chesterfield, MO 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Randall Olsen is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Chesterfield, Missouri. Dr. Olsen is rated as an Advanced 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 Lung Nodules, Stroke, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

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

    Premier Pain Consultants

    607 S New Ballas Rd Ste 3300, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hsiao-ou Hu is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Hu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 75 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Angiosarcoma.

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

    Premier Pain Consultants

    607 S New Ballas Rd Ste 3300, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Somasekhara Bandi is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Bandi is rated as a Distinguished 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 Familial Colorectal Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Colorectal Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

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

    Mercy Hospital St. Louis

    615 S New Ballas Rd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Labib Haddad is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Haddad 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 Lung Nodules, Thyroid Nodule, Lung Cancer, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

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

    Missouri Baptist Medical Center

    3009 N Ballas Rd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kiran Sarikonda is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Sarikonda is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Lung Cancer, Pneumonia, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Washington University

    11125 Dunn Rd Ste 100, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Timothy Rearden is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Rearden is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Rearden is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ssm Health St. Joseph-St. Charles

    300 1st Capitol Dr, 
    Saint Charles, MO 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gunvir Gill is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Saint Charles, Missouri. Dr. Gill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chondroblastoma, Ascites, Visceromegaly, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Ssm Health Cancer Care-Depaul Drive

    12277 De Paul Dr Ste 100, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Wilkes is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Wilkes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome.

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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 St. Charles, MO?

    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 St. Charles, MO?

    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 St. Charles, MO?

    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 St. Charles, MO?

    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 St. Charles, MO?

    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 St. Charles, MO?

    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 St. Charles, MO?

    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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