The 20 Best Breast Cancer Doctors Near Me in Ellicott City, MD

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 271 doctor with experience in Breast Cancer near Ellicott City, MD. Of these, 160 are Experienced, 53 are Advanced, 52 are Distinguished and 6 are Elite.

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    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Chesapeake Oncology Hematology Assoc

    5450 Knoll North Drive, Suite 140, Suite 140, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Telugu
    Offers Telehealth

    Gayatri Nimmagadda is a Hematologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Nimmagadda is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Nimmagadda is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Elite in Breast Cancer
    Elite in Breast Cancer

    Skip Viragh Outpatient Cancer Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Santa-Maria completed his oncology training at Johns Hopkins, and has been focused on caring for patients with breast cancer since then. He works as both a primary oncologist and consultant for patients with all types and stages of breast cancer. His research interest is in developing new types of treatment for patients with breast cancer using immunotherapy. Dr. Santa is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Santa is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Elite in Breast Cancer
    Medical Genetics | Oncology
    Elite in Breast Cancer
    Medical Genetics | Oncology

    Skip Viragh Outpatient Cancer Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Visvanathan is a Professor on faculty at Johns Hopkins. She is a practicing medical oncologist and cancer epidemiologist focused on translating discoveries to the clinic and population as a whole. She directs the Clinical Cancer Genetics and Prevention service at Johns Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center (SKCCC) and is an active member of the Breast and Ovarian Program and Cancer Prevention and Control Program. Dr. Visvanathan is also Director of the Cancer Epidemiology Track in the Department of Epidemiology at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. With her research centered on primary and secondary prevention of breast and ovarian cancer, her goal is to reduce the incidence of and mortality from breast cancer globally by conducting impactful studies at the local, national, and international levels. Specifically, she focuses on the identification of atrisk groups, potential biomarkers of risk and prognosis and evaluation of preventive agents across the continuum. She conducts both observational studies and early phase clinical trials. She also teaches and mentors the next generation of clinicians and cancer researchers. Dr. Visvanathan has also served on national committees focused on Breast Cancer Risk Reduction, Breast Cancer Genetics and Cancer Disparities. She has also co-chaired National Guidelines on Breast Cancer Endocrine Prevention. Locally, serving on the Maryland State Cancer Council. Dr. Visvanathan received her medical degree from the University of Sydney in Australia. She subsequently went on to complete training in internal medicine and medical oncology, including a period as chief resident at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. She then did further training in Medical Oncology at Johns Hopkins and also obtained a master’s degree in clinical/cancer epidemiology at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. This was followed by a postdoctoral fellow before coming on to faculty in both the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and Bloomberg School of Public Health. Dr. Visvanathan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Menopause, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

    Are you looking for a specific type of Breast Cancer?

    Common conditions include: Breast Cancer in Men, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

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    Elite in Breast Cancer
    Elite in Breast Cancer

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

    Lutherville, MD 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Antonio Wolff is internationally recognized for his work on breast cancer biomarkers, including HER2. As a practicing oncologist and clinical translational researcher, his research has been pivotal to improve the quality of breast cancer biomarker testing in breast cancer, including HER2 and estrogen receptor testing. Among his leadership accomplishments is ensuring that sophisticated laboratory findings are translated into improved clinical care in breast cancer. He is a Fellow of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), a Komen Scholar and a Breast Cancer Research Foundation investigator. He has served as associate editor for Journal of Clinical Oncology, and serves on the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Guideline Steering Committee. He is a leader of the Translational Breast Cancer Research Consortium (TBCRC), and one of the principal investigators of the Evolutionary Clinical Trial for Novel Biomarker-Driven Therapies (EVOLVE) in Metastatic Breast Cancer, which was one of the three disease groups recently awarded by ARPA-H to conduct innovative trials using Advanced Analysis for Precision Cancer Therapy (ADAPT). After many years of service as Breast Committee Chair in the ECOG-ACRIN Clinical Trial Network of the National Cancer Institute (NCI), he was elected in 2024 as Co-Chair of the NCI Breast Cancer Steering Committee and appointed to the international steering committee of the Oxford Overview Collaborative, which are positions aimed at advancing clinical trials in breast cancer. At Johns Hopkins, he is an elected member of the Miller Coulson Academy of Clinical Excellence and was honored during the 125th Anniversary Living the Hopkins Mission celebrations of the JHU School of Medicine. Dr. Wolff is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Wolff is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Elite in Breast Cancer
    Elite in Breast Cancer

    University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

    22 S Greene St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Katherine Tkaczuk is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Tkaczuk is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Maryland Oncology Hematology

    Columbia, MD 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Kannada
    Offers Telehealth

    Learn more at marylandoncology.com. Dr. Sastry is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Sastry is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology

    Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center

    5759 Cedar Lane, Berman Pavilion, Berman Pavilion, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Jacobs is the Division Chief of the Division of Breast Cancer Surgery. She also established the Johns Hopkins Medicine Breast Center at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Centerl in Columbia. Dr. Jacobs sees patients at both The Johns Hopkins Hospital and at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. As division chief of breast cancer surgery, Dr. Jacobs leads an expert team of 9 surgeons located at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center in Baltimore; Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center; Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, D.C.; and Suburban Hospital in Bethesda. She has also initiated new clinics at Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station in Lutherville; Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, and the Skip Viragh Outpatient Center Building in Baltimore. Dr. Jacobs is committed to providing excellent, comprehensive, and patient-centered breast cancer care throughout Johns Hopkins Medicine through close collaboration with oncology, plastic surgery, nursing, rehabilitation medicine, and genetic services. Additionally, Dr. Jacobs has a clinical interest in the treatment of early stage melanoma. She works closely with dermatologists and medical oncologists at Johns Hopkins University and Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center to improve awareness and care of melanoma patients by participating in educational programs and clinical research trials. She has also launched research programs in lymphedema and oncoplastic surgery to increase the number of women eligible for breast prevention by combining lumpectomy with plastic surgery techniques to reshape the breast. In addition, Dr. Jacobs is the surgery representative to the National Clinical Trials Network for the Johns Hopkins Executive Committee and the institutional surgery representative to the Translational Breast Cancer Research Consortium. She serves as the Chair of the Cancer Committee at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, which establishes both programmatic and quality improvement goals for cancer care across the health system on a yearly basis. Dr. Jacobs is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Intraductal Papilloma, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Jacobs is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Maryland Oncology Hematology

    10710 Charter Drive, Suite G020, Suite G020, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Mener, M.D. has experience treating a wide range of adult hematologic and oncologic disorders, with a particular interest in treating breast, lung, gastrointestinal and hematologic malignancies. He takes great pride in delivering personalized, compassionate care and strives to effectively explain complex treatment options to his patients. He strongly believes in the importance of treating each and every patient as an individual. Learn more at marylandoncology.com. Dr. Mener is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Severe Congenital Neutropenia. Dr. Mener is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Central Maryland Radiation Oncology

    10710 Charter Drive, Suite G030, Suite G030, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sally Cheston is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Cheston is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, and Prostate Cancer. Dr. Cheston is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Central Maryland Radiation Oncology

    10710 Charter Drive, Suite G030, Suite G030, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Mcavoy is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Mcavoy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Metastatic Brain Tumor. Dr. Mcavoy is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Elite in Breast Cancer
    Elite in Breast Cancer

    Johns Hopkins Hospital

    600 N Wolfe St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roisin Connolly is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Connolly is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    University Of Maryland Radiation Oncology Associates PA

    22 S Green St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Polish, Spanish

    Kamila Choi is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Choi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Lung Cancer.

    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    University Of Maryland Medical Center

    22 South Greene Street, Room GGK-0101, Room GGK-0101, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Nichols is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Nichols is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Cervical Cancer, and Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix. Dr. Nichols is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Elite in Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology
    Elite in Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology

    Johns Hopkins Hospital

    600 N Wolfe St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Euhus is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Euhus is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Experienced in Breast Cancer
    Hospital Medicine | Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Breast Cancer
    Hospital Medicine | Hematology Oncology

    Chesapeake Oncology Hematology Associates

    Columbia, MD 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arshia Soleimani is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hospital Medicine provider practicing medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Soleimani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Colorectal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome. Dr. Soleimani is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Breast Cancer
    Experienced in Breast Cancer

    Advanced Radiology P A

    8820 Columbia 100 Pkwy Ste 100, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jerjis Alajaji is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Alajaji is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Diverticular Disease, Stroke, and Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.

    Advanced in Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Advanced in Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Maryland Oncology Hematology

    10710 Charter Drive, Suite G020, Suite G020, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French

    Edward Lee, M.D. was named one of Baltimore’s “Top Doc’s” by Baltimore Magazine in 2000 and 2002. After receiving additional training in Hematology and Medical Oncology at the University of Maryland in 1984, he remained on faculty until 1997. During his academic career, Dr. Lee was chairman of the training program for five years, started the Bone Marrow Transplant Program at the University of Maryland in 1993, and wrote 50 original articles on leukemia, lymphoma and related diseases. In 1997, Dr. Lee entered private practice as Chief of Hematology and Medical Oncology at Sinai Hospital. Practicing in Columbia since 2001, Dr. Lee treats patients with all forms of cancer, maintaining a particular interest in breast cancer, leukemia, and lymphomas. Learn more at marylandoncology.com. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Polycythemia Vera, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Primary Lymphoma of the Brain. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Breast Cancer
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Advanced in Breast Cancer
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Maryland Oncology Hematology

    10710 Charter Drive, Suite G020, Suite G020, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Urdu
    Offers Telehealth

    As an active participant in the medical community, Mohit Narang, M.D. has served as a primary investigator and research assistant on many trials. During Dr. Narang’s fellowship, he was honored with the invitation to attend the Masterclass in Clinical Oncology at Montecatini, Italy by the European School of Oncology. He holds professional memberships with the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Hematology, as well as the European Society of Medical Oncology. Learn more at marylandoncology.com. Dr. Narang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Agranulocytosis, Paget Disease of the Breast, Thrombocytopenia, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Narang is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    University Of Maryland

    Baltimore, MD 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian

    William Regine is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Regine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, and Anal Cancer. Dr. Regine is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    Skip Viragh Outpatient Cancer Center

    201 North Broadway Street, Viragh BLDG 10th FL, Viragh BLDG 10th FL, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Melissa Camp is the lead breast surgeon in the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center's Breast Program at Green Spring Station. As the lead breast surgeon, Dr. Camp works closely with experts from medical oncology, radiation oncology, imaging and pathology to deliver comprehensive multidisciplinary breast cancer care to patients in a convenient community setting. Dr. Camp specializes in providing compassionate breast cancer treatment, including nipple-sparing mastectomy and breast conservation surgery, and helping newly-diagnosed patients navigate the decision-making process. She sees patients at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and at Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station. Dr. Camp received her bachelor’s degree in biochemistry/molecular biology summa cum laude from Dartmouth College. She graduated from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and went on to complete residencies in general surgery and preventive medicine and to earn a master's degree in public health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. As a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and the Society of Surgical Oncology, Dr. Camp has published several peer-reviewed journal articles and has presented her work at national and international medical meetings. Dr. Camp is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Subareolar Abscess, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Camp is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Breast Cancer?

    Breast cancer is cancer that starts in the tissues of the breast. There are two main types of breast cancer:

    • Ductal carcinoma starts in the tubes (ducts) that carry milk from the breast to the nipple. Most breast cancers are of this type.
    • Lobular carcinoma starts in the parts of the breast, called lobules, which produce milk.

    In rare cases, other kinds of breast cancer can start in other areas of the breast.

    When should I see a Breast Cancer doctor near Ellicott City, MD?

    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 Breast Cancer doctor near Ellicott City, MD?

    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 Breast Cancer doctors near Ellicott City, MD?

    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 Breast Cancer doctors near Ellicott City, MD?

    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 Breast Cancer doctor near Ellicott City, MD?

    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 Breast Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Breast 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 Breast Cancer doctor near Ellicott City, MD?

    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 Breast 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 Breast 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 Breast Cancer doctors near Ellicott City, MD?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Breast 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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