Blase N. Polite
Expertise in
27
conditions

Dr. Blase N. Polite

Hematology | Oncology
UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center For Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park
5758 S. Maryland Ave., 
Chicago, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
27
conditions
UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center For Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park
5758 S. Maryland Ave., 
Chicago, IL 

Overview

Blase Polite is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.

Dr. Polite is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Appendix Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Dr. Polite is board certified in Practicing Since2006 and Medical Oncology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 155 peer reviewed articles and participating in 6 clinical trials. Dr. Polite is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Hematology
Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Board Certifications

Practicing Since2006
Medical Oncology

Fellowships

University of Chicago Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

The University Of Chicago Medical Center
Uchicago Medicine Northwest Indiana
UChicago Medicine Faculty Physicians

Languages Spoken

English
Greek
Mandarin

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Cigna
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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Managed Health Services
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Managed Medicaid
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MDwise
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
MVP Health
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Oscar
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UnitedHealthcare
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
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  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Zing Health
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Locations

UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center for Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park
5758 S. Maryland Ave., Chicago, IL 60637

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.

6 Clinical Trials

Randomized Trial of Standard Chemotherapy Alone or Combined With Atezolizumab as Adjuvant Therapy for Patients With Stage III Colon Cancer and Deficient DNA Mismatch Repair
Randomized Trial of Standard Chemotherapy Alone or Combined With Atezolizumab as Adjuvant Therapy for Patients With Stage III Colon Cancer and Deficient DNA Mismatch Repair
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: August 04, 2026
Intervention Type: Other, Procedure, Drug
Study Drugs: Atezolizumab, 5-Fluorouracil, Leucovorin, Oxaliplatin
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Multi-Institutional Phase 2 Study of Nivolumab or Nivolumab in Combination With Ipilimumab in Refractory Metastatic Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal
A Multi-Institutional Phase 2 Study of Nivolumab or Nivolumab in Combination With Ipilimumab in Refractory Metastatic Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: July 31, 2026
Intervention Type: Procedure, Biological
Study Drugs: Ipilimumab, Nivolumab
Study Phase: Phase 2
Randomized Phase II Study of Cisplatin and Etoposide Versus Temozolomide and Capecitabine in Patients With Advanced Poorly Differentiated (G3) Non-Small Cell Gastrointestinal Neuroendocrine Carcinomas
Randomized Phase II Study of Cisplatin and Etoposide Versus Temozolomide and Capecitabine in Patients With Advanced Poorly Differentiated (G3) Non-Small Cell Gastrointestinal Neuroendocrine Carcinomas
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: July 27, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug, Other
Study Drugs: Capecitabine, Carboplatin, Cisplatin, Etoposide, Temozolomide
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase II/III Trial of Neoadjuvant FOLFOX With Selective Use of Combined Modality Chemoradiation Versus Preoperative Combined Modality Chemoradiation for Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer Patients Undergoing Low Anterior Resection With Total Mesorectal Excision (PROSPECT)
A Phase II/III Trial of Neoadjuvant FOLFOX With Selective Use of Combined Modality Chemoradiation Versus Preoperative Combined Modality Chemoradiation for Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer Patients Undergoing Low Anterior Resection With Total Mesorectal Excision (PROSPECT)
Enrollment Status: Unknown
Publish Date: February 02, 2024
Intervention Type: Procedure, Other, Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2/Phase 3
A Phase 1 Study to Evaluate the Safety, Proliferation and Persistence of GEN-011, an Autologous Adoptive Cell Therapy Targeting Neoantigens in Solid Tumors
A Phase 1 Study to Evaluate the Safety, Proliferation and Persistence of GEN-011, an Autologous Adoptive Cell Therapy Targeting Neoantigens in Solid Tumors
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: July 15, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug, Biological
Study Drugs: IL-2, Fludarabine, Cyclophosphamide
Study Phase: Phase 1
A Pilot Investigation to Examine the Effect of a Multi-Media, Computer Based Tool (Talking Touchscreen) on Enrollment in Adult Oncology-Specific Clinical Trials at an Academic Medical Center
A Pilot Investigation to Examine the Effect of a Multi-Media, Computer Based Tool (Talking Touchscreen) on Enrollment in Adult Oncology-Specific Clinical Trials at an Academic Medical Center
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 10, 2021
Intervention Type: Behavioral
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155 Total Publications

Guide Through the Fog: The Business of Oncology.
Guide Through the Fog: The Business of Oncology.
Journal: JCO oncology practice
Published: August 19, 2026
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Is Dr. Blase N. Polite a top-rated expert for Colorectal Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Blase N. Polite is classified as an Elite expert for Colorectal 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. Blase N. Polite specialize in?

While Dr. Blase N. Polite is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Colorectal Cancer, Appendix Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.

Does Dr. Blase N. Polite participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Blase N. Polite has published 155 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Blase N. Polite's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Blase N. Polite accept my insurance?

Dr. Blase N. Polite accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-824-0200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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