Overview
Dr. Angela Pennisi is a specialty care physician board certified in internal medicine, medical oncology and hematology. She has a special interest in the management of all types and stages of breast cancer. Dr. Pennisi is passionate about connecting with her patients for personalized care and providing comprehensive oncology care from diagnosis to survivorship, while advancing breast cancer research. She received her medical degree from the University of Catania School of Medicine and Surgery in Catania, Italy. She continued her fellowship training in hematology and received a PhD in experimental hematology from the same university. After completing her hematology/oncology fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Dr. Pennisi served at the same institution as assistant professor of medicine with a clinical focus in breast cancer. She has been an investigator in several translational studies and clinical trials to improve therapeutic approaches in the treatment of patients with breast cancer. She joined Inova Medical Group with more than 10 years of clinical experience. A native of Italy, Dr. Pennisi currently resides in Northern Virginia with her husband and two children. In her spare time she likes to spend time with her family, exercise and travel. Memberships/Accreditations American Society of Clinical Oncology American Society of Hematology.
Dr. Pennisi is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Vulvectomy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.
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8081 Innovation Park Dr, Level 6 - Potomac Clinic, Fairfax, VA 22031
3580 Joseph Siewick Dr, 403, Fairfax, VA 22033
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Angela Pennisi
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Angela Pennisi?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Angela Pennisi by calling their office at 571-472-1660. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Angela Pennisi a top-rated expert for Breast Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Angela Pennisi is classified as an Distinguished expert for Breast Cancer, 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. Angela Pennisi specialize in?
While Dr. Angela Pennisi is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Angela Pennisi participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Angela Pennisi has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Breast Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Angela Pennisi's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Angela Pennisi accept my insurance?
Dr. Angela Pennisi accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 571-472-1660 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- AngiosarcomaDr. Pennisi isDistinguished. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Pennisi isDistinguished. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Pennisi isDistinguished. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Pennisi isDistinguished. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- Experienced
- Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP)Dr. Pennisi isExperienced. Learn about Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP).
- Acute Intermittent PorphyriaDr. Pennisi isExperienced. Learn about Acute Intermittent Porphyria.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Pennisi isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Pennisi isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Breast Cancer in MenDr. Pennisi isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer in Men.
- Chronic Familial NeutropeniaDr. Pennisi isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Familial Neutropenia.