Expertise in
15
conditions

Dr. Amy L. Walz

Hematology | Oncology
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago
225 E Chicago Ave, 
Chicago, IL 
17 Years of Experience
Expertise in
15
conditions
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago
225 E Chicago Ave, 
Chicago, IL 

Overview

Amy Walz is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.

Dr. Walz is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Wilms Tumor, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Ewing Sarcoma, and Neuroblastoma.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.

Graduate Year

2009

Specialties

Hematology
Oncology

Licenses

Pediatric Hematology-Oncology in IL

Hospital Affiliations

Ann & Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Locations

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
225 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Walz has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

3 Clinical Trials

Pediatric Hepatic Malignancy International Therapeutic Trial (PHITT)
Pediatric Hepatic Malignancy International Therapeutic Trial (PHITT)
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: August 25, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug, Other, Procedure
Study Drugs: Carboplatin, Cisplatin, Doxorubicin, Etoposide, Fluorouracil, Gemcitabine, Irinotecan, Oxaliplatin, Sorafenib, Vincristine Sulfate
Study Phase: Phase 3
Treatment of Children With All Stages of Hepatoblastoma With Temsirolimus (NSC#683864) Added to High Risk Stratum Treatment
Treatment of Children With All Stages of Hepatoblastoma With Temsirolimus (NSC#683864) Added to High Risk Stratum Treatment
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 30, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug, Other, Procedure
Study Drugs: Cisplatin, Dexrazoxane, Doxorubicin Hydrochloride, Fluorouracil, Irinotecan Hydrochloride, Temsirolimus, Vincristine Sulfate
Study Phase: Phase 3
Renal Tumors Classification, Biology, and Banking Study
Renal Tumors Classification, Biology, and Banking Study
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: May 18, 2026
Intervention Type: Other
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22 Total Publications

Advances in Neuroblastoma and Wilms Tumor.
Advances in Neuroblastoma and Wilms Tumor.
Journal: Hematology/oncology clinics of North America
Published: June 10, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Amy L. Walz

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Is Dr. Amy L. Walz a top-rated expert for Wilms Tumor?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amy L. Walz is classified as an Distinguished expert for Wilms Tumor, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Amy L. Walz specialize in?

While Dr. Amy L. Walz is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Wilms Tumor, Clear Cell Sarcoma, and Ewing Sarcoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.

Does Dr. Amy L. Walz participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Amy L. Walz has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Wilms Tumor. You can view a list of Dr. Amy L. Walz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Amy L. Walz accept my insurance?

Dr. Amy L. Walz accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Health Care Services Corporation. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-227-4778 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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