The 20 Best Tongue Cancer Doctors Near Me in Rhode Island, US

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The 20 Best Tongue Cancer Doctors in Rhode Island, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Tongue Cancer near Rhode Island, US. Of these, 15 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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17 providers found
    Advanced in Tongue Cancer
    Oncology
    Advanced in Tongue Cancer
    Oncology

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Rava is an Oncologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Rava has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Renal Oncocytoma, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Advanced in Tongue Cancer
    Advanced in Tongue Cancer

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ariel Birnbaum is a Hematologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Birnbaum is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    General Surgery

    RI Ear Nose & Throat Physicians Inc.

    148 W River St Ste 2A, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Tarro is a General Surgeon in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Tarro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Perichondritis, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

    Facial And Oral Surgery

    243 Jefferson Blvd, 
    Warwick, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frank Paletta is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in Warwick, Rhode Island. Dr. Paletta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Uvulitis, Ludwig Angina, Tongue Cancer, and TMJ Disorders.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    General Surgery

    Office

    725 Reservoir Ave Ste 203, 
    Cranston, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Barone is a General Surgeon in Cranston, Rhode Island. Dr. Barone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Allergic Rhinitis.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer

    Roger Williams Medical Center

    825 Chalkstone Ave, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ritesh Rathore is a Hematologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Rathore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    General Surgery

    Ent. Associates Of Westerly LTD.

    17 Wells St Ste 201, 
    Westerly, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Feldman is a General Surgeon in Westerly, Rhode Island. Dr. Feldman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Thyroid Nodule.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer

    Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Iole Ribizzi is an Oncologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Ribizzi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Laryngeal Cancer, Common Variable Immune Deficiency, and Anemia.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery

    RI Ear Nose & Throat Physicians Inc.

    148 W River St Ste 2A, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Bick is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Bick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Sialadenitis.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    General Surgery

    Facial And Oral Surgery

    243 Jefferson Blvd, 
    Warwick, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mohammad Banki is a General Surgeon in Warwick, Rhode Island. Dr. Banki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Uvulitis, Ludwig Angina, Mouth Sores, and Mouth Ulcers.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Silver Spring Health Care Management Inc

    142 Kenyon Ave, 
    Wakefield, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Donald Joyce is a Radiation Oncologist in Wakefield, Rhode Island. Dr. Joyce is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. Dr. Joyce is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Lifespan Physician Group Inc

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brijal Desai is a Radiation Oncologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Follicular Lymphoma.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    General Surgery

    RI Ear Nose & Throat Physicians Inc.

    148 W River St Ste 2A, 
    Providence, RI 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Newberry is a General Surgeon in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Newberry has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Swimmer's Ear, Laryngeal Cleft, Septoplasty, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    General Surgery

    RI Ear Nose & Throat Physicians Inc.

    148 W River St Ste 2A, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Della is a General Surgeon in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Della is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Grass Allergy, Nasal Polyps, Infant Hearing Loss, and Empyema.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology | Allergy and Immunology | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology | Allergy and Immunology | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

    P. R. Tipirneni M.D. Inc.

    24 Salt Pond Rd Ste H2, 
    Wakefield, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Prabhakar Tipirneni is an Otolaryngologist and an Allergy and Immunologist in Wakefield, Rhode Island. Dr. Tipirneni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Anosmia.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer

    South County Health Cancer Center

    100 Kenyon Ave Ste 101, 
    Wakefield, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Seidler is an Oncologist in Wakefield, Rhode Island. Dr. Seidler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Acute Mountain Sickness, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    General Surgery

    Univ. Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery Inc.

    830 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Ruhl is a General Surgeon in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Ruhl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Autonomic Neuropathy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Tongue Cancer?

    Tongue (oral) cancer can occur in different areas of the oral cavity, such as on the surface of the tongue in the mouth, or at the base of the tongue in the throat. Causes of tongue cancer include tobacco and heavy alcohol use, a weakened immune system, infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV) or a previous history of head and neck cancer. The risk of tongue cancer is higher in males. In time tongue cancers may spread to other areas of the mouth, head, and neck. Most oral cancers are squamous cell carcinomas.

    When should I see a Tongue Cancer doctor in Rhode Island, US?

    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 Tongue Cancer doctor in Rhode Island, US?

    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 Tongue Cancer doctors in Rhode Island, US?

    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 Tongue Cancer doctors in Rhode Island, US?

    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 Tongue Cancer doctor in Rhode Island, US?

    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 Tongue Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Tongue Cancer 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 Tongue Cancer doctor in Rhode Island, US?

    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 Tongue Cancer 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 Tongue Cancer 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 Tongue Cancer doctors in Rhode Island, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Tongue Cancer 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 Tongue Cancer doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Tongue Cancer 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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