Overview
Dr. Bolden is a board-certified specialist in hospice and palliative medicine. His clinical interests include patient communication, advance care planning and advance illness conversations. Dr. Bolden earned his medical degree from University of Michigan Medical School, and completed his residency at Yale-New Haven Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Bolden is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Liver Failure.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1000 East Mountain Boulevard, Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
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. Brian E. Bolden
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Brian E. Bolden?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Brian E. Bolden by calling their office at 800-275-6401. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Brian E. Bolden a top-rated expert for Smoldering Multiple Myeloma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brian E. Bolden is classified as an Advanced expert for Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, 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. Brian E. Bolden specialize in?
While Dr. Brian E. Bolden is a Palliative Medicine, they have specific expertise in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Liver Failure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Palliative Medicine.
Does Dr. Brian E. Bolden participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Brian E. Bolden has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. You can view a list of Dr. Brian E. Bolden's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Brian E. Bolden accept my insurance?
Dr. Brian E. Bolden accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 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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- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Bolden isAdvanced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
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- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Bolden isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Liver FailureDr. Bolden isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.