The 20 Best Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) Doctors Near Me in Elizabeth, NJ

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

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 442 doctor with experience in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) near Elizabeth, NJ. Of these, 363 are Experienced, 57 are Advanced, 21 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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

    Atlantic Medical Group Hematology & Oncology At Summit

    99 Beauvoir Avenue, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Dennis Lowenthal has dedicated his career to caring for cancer patients, particularly those with lung cancer. He is the medical director of Medical Diagnostics Associates Hematology and Oncology, which is part of the Atlantic Medical Group. He also serves as medical director of Atlantic Health System’s Carol G. Simon Cancer Center at Overlook Medical Center.Growing up in the Bronx, NY, Dr. Lowenthal attended the State University of New York at Buffalo where he graduated magna cum laude with a BA in biology. He earned his medical degree at Boston University School of Medicine, continued with a medical internship at the Cleveland Clinic, and returned to the Bronx to complete his medical residency and a hematology fellowship at Montefiore Hospital and Medical Center of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He subsequently completed a clinical Blood Bank Directors fellowship at the New York Blood Center and then went on to complete a medical oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center where he served as Chief Fellow and Special Clinical Fellow in AIDS-related malignancies.Dr. Lowenthal considers coming to Overlook Medical Center 32 years ago one of his best life decisions, working with his colleagues to help create the Carol G. Simon Cancer Center at Overlook Medical Center. He serves as chairman of the hospital’s Cancer Committee and Cancer Center Executive Committee, and has been the long-standing section chief for Hematology/Oncology. He is co-chairman of Thoracic Oncology and the Thoracic Tumor Board at Atlantic Health System and is the principal investigator for lung cancer clinical trials conducted at Overlook Medical Center – specifically, serving as the principal investigator for the first immunotherapy approved for the treatment of lung cancer. Dr. Lowenthal is a past recipient of Overlook’s Physician Excellence in Clinical Practice award and has been an associate professor of Clinical Medicine at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, and currently the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Lowenthal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Lowenthal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lowenthal is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Atlantic Medical Group Hematology & Oncology Summit

    99 Beauvoir Avenue, Floor 5, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Usman Shah is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Shah is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Northwell Health Florina Cancer Center

    475 Seaview Avenue, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian

    Alexander Bershadskiy is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Bershadskiy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lung Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Bershadskiy is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

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

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Pulmonary Medicine At Seaview Avenue

    501 Seaview Avenue, Suite 102, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dany Elsayegh is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Elsayegh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asthma, Asthma in Children, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Elsayegh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Sleep Medicine.

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

    Office

    300 E 66th St # K, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Hellmann is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Hellmann is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

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

    Atlantic Medical Group Hematology & Oncology At Summit

    1000 Galloping Hill Road, Suite 204, 
    Union, NJ 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Bonni Lee Guerin is a hematologist/oncologist and director of the Breast Cancer Treatment and Prevention Program at Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ where she also serves as chair of the Breast Panel, the Multidisciplinary Breast Tumor Board and director of Oncology Education. She is the principal investigator of numerous clinical trials exploring new ways to incorporate the latest advances in the management of breast cancer. She is also actively involved in the delivery of highly-specialized immunotherapy, IL-2, for the treatment of melanoma and kidney cancer.As a medical oncologist with more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Guerin is dedicated to providing the most up to date, cutting edge treatment while looking at each of her patients as an individual. Her philosophy is one of collaboration, working with all members of the care team to provide the best outcome possible. Dr. Guerin believes that compassion and being a good listener, traits she learned from her mother, help tailor a treatment plan that reflects not only the highest order of medical care, but also one that uniquely reflects each and every patient. Dr. Guerin believes it is just as much about living well as it is living long.Dr. Guerin earned her M.D. at SUNY Stonybrook in 1988, continued her residency at Vanderbilt University in Nashville and completed her fellowship in oncology/hematology at University of California San Diego Cancer Center. She is board certified in clinical oncology and internal medicine.Since 2002, Dr. Guerin has served as chair of the Women’s Oncology Forum, Network for Oncology Communication and Research (NOCR) – a national organization. She is a diplomate of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and is a recipient of the Pfizer Award for Excellence in Biochemical Research and a Member of the Expert Panel Consensus Guidelines for Systemic Therapy of Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma. She has been named by Castle Connelly as one of NY/Metro Top Doctors for the last 10 years, as well as a Top Doctor for Women's Health. She has recently been honored by Curemonos, a New Jersey non-profit organization dedicated to supporting medically underserved women with breast cancer, and was the keynote speaker at the American Cancer Society Relay for Life in Chatham, NJ. Her interests are in breast cancer, hepatobiliary cancer and immunotherapy. Dr. Guerin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Guerin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Guerin is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Atlantic Medical Group Hematology & Oncology At Summit

    1000 Galloping Hill Road, Suite 204, 
    Union, NJ 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Emmanuel Apor's desire to take care of people channeled him into the field of medicine - specifically into cancer care. Board certified in internal medicine with fellowship training in hematology-oncology, Dr. Apor strives to first understand who his patients are as people, then learn about their disease.While attaining his bachelors of art degree at Rutgers University, Dr. Apor worked at a local hospital which cemented his decision to pursue postgraduate training. He achieved his medical degree at Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia and his residency at the Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University, where he developed a passion for clinical care working with his general internist mentors and their patients.Dr. Apor attained his fellowship training in hematology-oncology at Brown University, where he served in teaching and research roles, and he held hospital appointments at both Providence Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Rhode Island Hospital. Dr. Apor 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 Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Thrombocytopenia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Apor is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Apor is currently accepting new patients.

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

    NBIMC - Beth Prime Care Internal Medicine

    166 Lyons Ave, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jose Bustillo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Bustillo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Bustillo is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

    201 Lyons Ave # 16, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pratik Patel is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced 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 Lung Adenocarcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

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

    Trinitas Comprehensive Cancer Center

    225 Williamson Street, 
    Elizabeth, NJ 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Vincent Salerno is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Dr. Salerno is rated as an Experienced 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 Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Sickle Cell Disease, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Salerno is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Salerno is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Univ. Medical Professionals LLC

    240 Williamson St Ste 300, 
    Elizabeth, NJ 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vipin Garg is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Dr. Garg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

    201 Lyons Ave # 16, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thiruvengadam Anandarangam is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Anandarangam 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 Pulmonary Hypertension, Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Carlos Remolina, MD

    812 North Wood Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Linden, NJ 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carlos Remolina is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Linden, New Jersey. Dr. Remolina is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asthma in Children, Asthma, COVID-19, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Remolina is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Hematology | Oncology | Transfusion Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Hematology | Oncology | Transfusion Medicine
    1000 South Avenue, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Forlenza is an Oncologist and a Transfusion Medicine provider practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Forlenza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Hemochromatosis, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.

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

    Advanced Care Oncology & Hematology

    385 Morris Avenue, 
    Springfield, NJ 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joshua A. Strauss, MD, is a hematologist-oncologist with Advanced Care Oncology and Hematology Associates (ACOHA), part of the Atlantic Medical Group (AMG). He is fellowship-trained and double-board-certified in medical oncology and hematology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He has more than 15 years of experience taking care of patients with a variety of malignancies and blood disorders. Dr. Strauss especially takes pride in treating his patients with compassion and going the extra mile to deliver the highest quality of care.Dr. Strauss strives to incorporate the most up-to-date knowledge in the field with an approach geared to the needs of each individual patient. He maintains clinical interests in gastrointestinal, urologic and gynecologic cancers, as well as leukemia, lymphoma and benign blood disorders. Dr. Strauss joined ACOHA in 2015.After earning his medical degree at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, where he graduated with special distinction for research in medical oncology, Dr. Strauss completed his residency in internal medicine at New York University Langone Medical Center. He then completed fellowship training in hematology/oncology at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center, also in NYC, where he participated in high-level research and published several peer-reviewed articles in gastrointestinal cancer.Dr. Strauss has been voted by physician colleagues as a “Top Doctor” in New Jersey Monthly magazine every year since 2020. He is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Hematology, and is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Strauss 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 Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Strauss is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Strauss is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Atlantic Medical Group Hematology & Oncology At Summit

    99 Beauvoir Avenue, Floor 5, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Markowski has been contributing to the field of oncology since working in a cancer research lab during and after his undergraduate work at Johns Hopkins University. A desire to care for patients brought him back to his home state of New Jersey where he completed his medical school degree at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. He then completed internal medicine residency and subsequent hematology/oncology fellowship training at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Hospital/Cancer Institute of New Jersey.Throughout his hematology and oncology career Dr Markowski has published and presented many peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and posters on a multitude of cancer types. He has particular interest and expertise in lung cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, and breast cancer. In addition, he has extensive experience taking care of patients with both benign and malignant blood disorders. Dr. Markowski is rated as an Advanced 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 Thrombocytopenia, Lung Adenocarcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Markowski is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Markowski is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Northwell Health Florina Cancer Center

    475 Seaview Avenue, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French

    Marcel Odaimi is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Odaimi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Gastric Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Odaimi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

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

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Pulmonary Medicine At Seaview Avenue

    501 Seaview Avenue, Suite 102, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Michel Chalhoub is a Sleep Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Chalhoub is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Chalhoub is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Sleep Medicine.

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

    Trinitas Regional Medical Center

    225 Williamson St, 
    Elizabeth, NJ 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clarissa Henson is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Dr. Henson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

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

    Frederick B. Cohen Comprehensive Cancer And Blood Disorders Center At Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

    201 Lyons Ave # E2, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Maya Shah is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

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    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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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