
Overview
Dr. Derek Bergsma is active in clinical practice at the Lacks Cancer Center Department of Radiation Oncology in Grand Rapids. He received his undergraduate degree from Grand Valley State University and then worked in cancer immunodiagnostics at Van Andel Institute before obtaining his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. He completed both internship and Radiation Oncology residency at the University of Rochester in Rochester, NY.
Dr. Bergsma is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Brain Tumor, Astrocytoma, and Oligodendroglioma.
Dr. Bergsma is board certified in Radiation Oncology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles.
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1500 E Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
250 Cherry Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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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University Of Michigan Medical Center
Avraham Eisbruch is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Eisbruch is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Dry Mouth, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), and Glossectomy.
University Hospital
Shruti Jolly MD is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair of Community Practices in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Michigan. She received her undergraduate and medical degrees at Wayne State University as a Presidential Scholar. In 2007, she completed her medical training at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan where she served as chief resident and received the RSNA Roentgen Resident Research Award. Dr. Jolly then joined the faculty at the University of Michigan Department of Radiation Oncology. Dr. Jolly directs the treatment of thoracic, gynecologic and endocrine malignancies. She also serves as the director of Brachytherapy, specializing in High Dose Rate (HDR) brachytherapy procedures. Additionally, she is the principal investigator of numerous clinical protocols designed to individualize the radiation therapy of lung and gynecologic cancer patients. Dr. Jolly has authored numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals. As Associate chair of Community Practices, she oversees the standardization and quality of care of patients receiving radiation therapy at the numerous UM Radiation Oncology community practices across the state of Michigan. In addition she also serves as a consultant for the Michigan Radiation Oncology Quality Consortium (MROQC) focused on quality improvement in patients undergoing radiation therapy for breast cancer, lung cancer and bone metastases. Dr. Jolly is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Adrenal Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Jolly is board certified in Radiation Oncology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Derek P. Bergsma
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Derek P. Bergsma?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Derek P. Bergsma by calling their office at 734-936-4000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Derek P. Bergsma a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Derek P. Bergsma 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. Derek P. Bergsma specialize in?
While Dr. Derek P. Bergsma is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Brain Tumor, and Astrocytoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.
Does Dr. Derek P. Bergsma participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Derek P. Bergsma has published 18 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Derek P. Bergsma's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Derek P. Bergsma accept my insurance?
Dr. Derek P. Bergsma accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-936-4000 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
- Lung CancerDr. Bergsma isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Advanced
- AstrocytomaDr. Bergsma isAdvanced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Brain TumorDr. Bergsma isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Breast CancerDr. Bergsma isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- EpendymomaDr. Bergsma isAdvanced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Bergsma isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Bergsma isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Bergsma isExperienced. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- GliomaDr. Bergsma isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Bergsma isExperienced. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Bergsma isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.

