Overview
Dr. Chism as a board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist with Tennessee oncology. He provides comprehensive, evidence based care for patients with all types of cancer and blood disorders, combining the latest scientific advances with a personalized, compassionate approach. His clinical interest include genitourinary cancers, thoracic malignancies including lung cancers, gastrointestinal cancers, breast cancers, hematologic malignancies, and the integration of immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and novel biologic treatments into routine clinical practice. He is passionate about expanding access to invasive cancer therapies through clinical research and improving cancer care delivery and community and roll settings. He has served in national leadership roles with the American society of Clinical Oncology and contributes to initiatives focus on quality improvement, Health equity, workforce development, and patient access to care. Dr. Chism believes every patient deserves access to most effective treatments available, delivered with compassion, clear communication, and a commitment to improve in both outcomes and quality of life.
Dr. Chism is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Clear Cell Sarcoma, and Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma.
Dr. Chism is board certified in Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles and participating in 20 clinical trials. Dr. Chism is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1967 Hawks Landing Dr, Louisville, TN 37777
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Chism 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.
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. David Chism
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David Chism?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David Chism by calling their office at 865-284-4575. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David Chism a top-rated expert for Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David Chism is classified as an Distinguished expert for Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), 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. David Chism specialize in?
While Dr. David Chism is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Clear Cell Sarcoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. David Chism participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David Chism has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). You can view a list of Dr. David Chism's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David Chism accept my insurance?
Dr. David Chism accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 865-284-4575 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Chromophobe Renal Cell CarcinomaDr. Chism isDistinguished. Learn about Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma.
- Clear Cell SarcomaDr. Chism isDistinguished. Learn about Clear Cell Sarcoma.
- Familial Wilms Tumor 2Dr. Chism isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Wilms Tumor 2.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Chism isDistinguished. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)Dr. Chism isDistinguished. Learn about Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC).
- Urothelial CancerDr. Chism isDistinguished. Learn about Urothelial Cancer.
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- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Chism isAdvanced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Bladder CancerDr. Chism isAdvanced. Learn about Bladder Cancer.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Chism isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Chism isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Chism isAdvanced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Experienced
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)Dr. Chism isExperienced. Learn about Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).
- AgranulocytosisDr. Chism isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Chism isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Chism isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.