The 20 Best Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma Doctors Near Me in Independence, MO

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The 20 Best Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma Doctors near Independence, MO

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 139 doctor with experience in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma near Independence, MO. Of these, 98 are Experienced, 32 are Advanced and 9 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Internal Medicine

    CenterPoint Physicians Group

    19550 E 39th St S Ste 335, 
    Independence, MO 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Louis Orlando is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Orlando is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Orlando is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma

    Midwest Oncology Associates - A Part Of The Sarah Cannon Cancer Network At Centerpoint Medical Center

    3889 S Jackson Dr, 
    Independence, MO 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohammad Mozayen is an Oncologist in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Mozayen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Lung Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Mozayen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma

    Midwest Oncology Associates - A Part Of The Sarah Cannon Cancer Network At Centerpoint Medical Center

    3889 S Jackson Dr, 
    Independence, MO 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aruna Rokkam is an Oncologist in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Rokkam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Breast Cancer.

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    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma

    Office

    3889 S Jackson Dr, 
    Independence, MO 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Talley is an Oncologist in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Talley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Essential Thrombocythemia, Thrombocytopenia, and Lynch Syndrome.

    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Midwest Oncology Associates LLC

    3889 S Jackson Dr, 
    Independence, MO 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Accepting New Patients

    David Shaeffer is a Radiation Oncologist in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Shaeffer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Familial Prostate Cancer. Dr. Shaeffer is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine

    P And C Consultant Services

    19600 E 39th St S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Neeta Gaur is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Gaur is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gaur is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit

    2301 Holmes St, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Dubin is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Dubin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma

    Office

    4320 Wornall Rd Ste 50, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Gibson is a Cardiologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Gibson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma

    Office

    4320 Wornall Rd Ste 50, 
    Kansas City,, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessica Heimes is a Cardiologist in Kansas City,, Missouri. Dr. Heimes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Lung Nodules, Aortic Dissection, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Transplant.

    Distinguished in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Saint Lukes Physician Group Inc

    4401 Wornall Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sunpreet Rakhra is a Radiation Oncologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Rakhra is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Rakhra is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Saint Lukes Physician Group Inc

    4321 Washington St, Suite 6000, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Saettele is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Saettele is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Lung Adenocarcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Saettele is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Kansas City Urology Care PA

    17525 Medical Ctr Pkwy, 
    Independence, MO 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    James Coster is a Radiation Oncologist in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Coster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Metastatic Uveal Melanoma. Dr. Coster is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Kansas City Urology Care PA

    17525 Medical Ctr Pkwy, 
    Independence, MO 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kenon Qamar is a Radiation Oncologist in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Qamar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Lung Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Qamar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Kansas City Urology Care PA

    17525 Medical Ctr Pkwy, 
    Independence, MO 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Thompson is a Radiation Oncologist in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Internal Medicine

    Centerpoint Medical Center

    19600 E 39th St S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Munaf Siyamwala is an Internal Medicine provider in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Siyamwala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Hematology Oncology
    19550 E 39th St S, Ste 400, 
    Independence, MO 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Larry Rosen is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Rosen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Lynch Syndrome, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.

    Experienced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine

    Hausheer Braby & Associates P.C.

    19550 E 39th St S Ste 310, 
    Independence,, MO 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary Wurtz is a Cardiologist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Independence,, Missouri. Dr. Wurtz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Lung Metastases.

    Ravindra R. Chuda
    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma

    The University Of Kansas Cancer Center

    4881 Northeast Goodview Circle, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Kannada, Marathi, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ravindra Chuda is a Hematologist in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Chuda has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer. Dr. Chuda is currently accepting new patients.

    Lakshmi Chintala
    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma

    The University Of Kansas Cancer Center

    4881 Northeast Goodview Circle, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lakshmi Chintala is a Hematologist in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Chintala has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Sickle Cell Disease, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Chintala is currently accepting new patients.

    David J. Ernst
    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma
    Advanced in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma

    Briarcliff

    4150 North Mulberry Drive, Suite 150, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Ernst is a Hematologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Ernst has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Ernst is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    When should I see a Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma doctor near Independence, 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 Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma doctor near Independence, 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 Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma doctors near Independence, 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 Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma doctors near Independence, 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 Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma doctor near Independence, 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 Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma doctor near Independence, 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 Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma doctors near Independence, MO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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