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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma near Altoona, PA. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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      Mark M. Keating
      Advanced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Hematology Oncology
      Advanced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Hematology Oncology

      UPMC Hillman Cancer Center At UPMC Altoona

      800 Howard Avenue, Suite 1, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mark Keating, MD, is a medical oncologist specializing in tumors and diseases of the blood. He has a particular expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal, kidney, bladder, breast, lung, head and neck, and prostate cancers, as well as chronic leukemia, lymphoma, brain tumors, and benign hematologic disorders. Dr. Keating is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. His top areas of expertise are Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Schnitzler Syndrome, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.

      Advanced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Pulmonary Medicine

      UPMC Sleep Medicine

      1516 9th Avenue, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mehrdad Ghaffari is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ghaffari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ghaffari is currently accepting new patients.

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      Kristopher J. Hansen
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Hematology Oncology
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Hematology Oncology

      UPMC Hillman Cancer Center - Altoona

      800 Howard Avenue, Suite 1, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kristopher Hansen, DO, specializes in hematology oncology and is board-certified in internal medicine and medical oncology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC Altoona. Dr. Hansen completed his fellowship at the University of Kansas School of Medicine, residency at Wake Forest University School of Medicine and medical degree at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Hansen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL).

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      Michal Krauze
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Hematology Oncology
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Hematology Oncology

      UPMC Hillman Cancer Center - Altoona

      800 Howard Avenue, Suite 1, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German, Polish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michal Krauze, MD, PhD, is a medical oncologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. He has a special interest in breast cancer, colon cancer, gastrointestinal oncology, thoracic oncology, lung cancer, genitourinary oncology, prostate cancer, and malignant hematology. Dr. Krauze is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. His top areas of expertise are Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

      Eric L. Safyan
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma

      UPMC Hillman Cancer Center - Altoona

      800 Howard Avenue, Suite 1, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Eric Safyan, MD, is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and is the leader of the Telemedicine Clinic at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at UPMC Altoona. Dr. Safyan received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Wadsworth VA in Los Angeles, California and completed his fellowship in both Hematology and Medical Oncology at Harbor - UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, California. Dr. Safyan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma

      UPMC Altoona Radiology

      620 Howard Avenue, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Alfred Malone, MD, specializes in diagnostic radiology and is board-certified in diagnostic radiology by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Malone completed his fellowship and residency at Duke University Medical Center and medical degree at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Dr. Malone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Vertigo, and Synovial Osteochondromatosis.

      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma

      UPMC Altoona Radiology

      620 Howard Avenue, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Punjabi

      Tariq Rahman, MD, specializes in diagnostic radiology and is board certified in interventional radiology and diagnostic radiology by the American Board of Radiology. He practices at UPMC Altoona Radiology and is affiliated with UPMC Altoona. Dr. Rahman completed his fellowship and residency at Penn State Health Milton S Hershey Medical Center and medical education at Albany Medical College. Dr. Rahman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Lung Cancer, Cystic Fibrosis, Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Pittsburgh Critical Care Associates Inc

      620 Howard Ave, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gerald Belopolsky is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Belopolsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, Rheumatoid Lung Disease, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      Hematology Oncology Association

      800 Howard Ave, Suite 1, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shabbir Ahmad is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ahmad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. His top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Pulmonary Hemosiderosis, Hemosiderosis, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      Hematology Oncology Association

      800 Howard Ave, Suite 1, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Accepting New Patients

      Mohammad Alkayem is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Alkayem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. His top areas of expertise are Vulvar Cancer, Thrombocytopenia, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia. Dr. Alkayem is currently accepting new patients.

      Patrick K. Lenz
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Family Medicine

      UPMC Primary Care

      792 Gallitzin Road, 
      Cresson, PA 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Patrick Lenz, MD, specializes in family medicine. He practices at Mainline Medical Associates and is affiliated with UPMC Altoona. He completed his residency at UPMC Hamot and medical degree at Jefferson Medical College. Dr. Lenz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Asbestosis, and Gitelman Syndrome.

      Dawn M. Repko
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Family Medicine

      UPMC Primary Care

      792 Gallitzin Road, 
      Cresson, PA 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dawn Repko, MD, specializes in family medicine. She practices at Mainline Medical Associates and is affiliated with UPMC Altoona. She completed her residency at Altoona Hospital and medical degree at Penn State University College of Medicine. Dr. Repko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. Her top areas of expertise are Smoldering Multiple Myeloma and Nodular Lymphocyte-Predominant Hodgkin Lymphoma (NLPHL).

      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Physician Assistant
      Experienced in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
      Physician Assistant

      Tyrone Hospital

      221 Hospital Dr, 
      Tyrone, PA 
       (13.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lauren Delgrosso is a Physician Assistant in Tyrone, Pennsylvania. Ms. Delgrosso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, and Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN).

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      When should I see an Smoldering Multiple Myeloma doctor near Altoona, PA?

      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 an Smoldering Multiple Myeloma doctor near Altoona, PA?

      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 Smoldering Multiple Myeloma doctors near Altoona, PA?

      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 Smoldering Multiple Myeloma doctors near Altoona, PA?

      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 an Smoldering Multiple Myeloma doctor near Altoona, PA?

      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 Smoldering Multiple Myeloma doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Smoldering Multiple Myeloma 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 an Smoldering Multiple Myeloma doctor near Altoona, PA?

      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 Smoldering Multiple Myeloma 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 Smoldering Multiple Myeloma 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 Smoldering Multiple Myeloma doctors near Altoona, PA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Smoldering Multiple Myeloma 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 an Smoldering Multiple Myeloma doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Smoldering Multiple Myeloma 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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