Overview
Brendan Prendergast is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Melbourne, Florida.
Dr. Prendergast is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Familial Prostate Cancer.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles.
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8725 N Wickham Rd Ste 103, Melbourne, FL 32940
490 N Washington Ave, Titusville, FL 32796
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. Brendan Prendergast
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Brendan Prendergast?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Brendan Prendergast by calling their office at 321-268-4200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Brendan Prendergast a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brendan Prendergast is classified as an Distinguished expert for Lung 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. Brendan Prendergast specialize in?
While Dr. Brendan Prendergast is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.
Does Dr. Brendan Prendergast participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Brendan Prendergast has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Brendan Prendergast's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Brendan Prendergast accept my insurance?
Dr. Brendan Prendergast accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-268-4200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Prendergast isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- Lung CancerDr. Prendergast isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Prendergast isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Prendergast isDistinguished. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
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- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Prendergast isAdvanced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Prendergast isAdvanced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Anal CancerDr. Prendergast isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Prendergast isAdvanced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Prendergast isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Prendergast isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Experienced
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Prendergast isExperienced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Adrenocortical CarcinomaDr. Prendergast isExperienced. Learn about Adrenocortical Carcinoma.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Prendergast isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Anaplastic Large Cell LymphomaDr. Prendergast isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Prendergast isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- AstrocytomaDr. Prendergast isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
