Overview
Diwakar Davar, MBBS, M.Sc is an assistant professor of medicine and a medical oncologist/hematologist. He specializes in the management of advanced melanoma and the development of early phase studies to test novel immunotherapeutic approaches to treat advanced cancers.;.
Dr. Davar is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Uveal Melanoma, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
Dr. Davar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 101 peer reviewed articles and participating in 22 clinical trials. Dr. Davar is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
5115 Centre Ave, Ste 2, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
5115 Centre Avenue, Hillman Cancer Center, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Davar 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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Dr. Dulabh K. Monga is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Drexel University School of Medicine. She has been a GI Medical Oncologist practicing for the past 20 years. She is the lead for the Pancreas Cancer Disease Site Leadership Program at Allegheny Health Network and the Director of the Annual Pancreas Symposium. Dr. Monga is closely involved with the Cancer Bridges Support Group Program. She has done extensive clinical research and published original research, review articles and abstracts and mentored residents and fellows with their scholarly projects. She has served as the Principal Investigator for numerous clinical trials. She served as the Program Director of the Hematology Oncology Fellowship Program for 11 years. Dr. Monga has a passion for teaching medical students, residents and fellows and has been recognized for her dedication, mentorship, and excellence in teaching multiple times. Her passion is providing high quality multidisciplinary care that brings not only the best outcomes but maintains the quality of life of patients with pancreas cancer and other GI malignancies. She was awarded the Clinical Excellence Award from the National Pancreas Foundation in 2025. Dr. Monga has been named “Top Doctor” as chosen by her peers and featured in Pittsburgh Magazine for 2024 and 2025. Dr. Monga is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Monga is board certified in Medical Oncology, American Board Of Internal Medicine.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Diwakar Davar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Diwakar Davar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Diwakar Davar by calling their office at 412-438-2358. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Diwakar Davar a top-rated expert for Melanoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Diwakar Davar is classified as an Elite expert for Melanoma, 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. Diwakar Davar specialize in?
While Dr. Diwakar Davar is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, and Metastatic Uveal Melanoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Diwakar Davar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Diwakar Davar has published 101 articles and abstracts on conditions like Melanoma. You can view a list of Dr. Diwakar Davar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Diwakar Davar accept my insurance?
Dr. Diwakar Davar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-438-2358 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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- Elite
- MelanomaDr. Davar isElite. Learn about Melanoma.
- Distinguished
- Merkel Cell CarcinomaDr. Davar isDistinguished. Learn about Merkel Cell Carcinoma.
- Metastatic Uveal MelanomaDr. Davar isDistinguished. Learn about Metastatic Uveal Melanoma.
- Advanced
- Lung CancerDr. Davar isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Melanoma of the EyeDr. Davar isAdvanced. Learn about Melanoma of the Eye.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Davar isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Sinus CancerDr. Davar isAdvanced. Learn about Sinus Cancer.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Davar isAdvanced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Squamous Cell Skin CarcinomaDr. Davar isAdvanced. Learn about Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.
- Uveal MelanomaDr. Davar isAdvanced. Learn about Uveal Melanoma.
- Experienced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- AstrocytomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Ataxia-TelangiectasiaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Ataxia-Telangiectasia.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Bone TumorDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Brain TumorDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- DehydrationDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Dehydration.
- Eccrine PorocarcinomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Eccrine Porocarcinoma.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- EpendymomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- FibrosarcomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosarcoma.
- Gamma Knife RadiosurgeryDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
- GlioblastomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- GliosarcomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL)Dr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL).
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- LiposarcomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- Liver CancerDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Malignant Mixed Mullerian TumorDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor.
- Mediastinal TumorDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Mediastinal Tumor.
- MesenchymomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- MesotheliomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Mesothelioma.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- Metastatic Pleural TumorDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Pleural Tumor.
- Myxoid LiposarcomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Myxoid Liposarcoma.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- Olfactory NeuroblastomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Olfactory Neuroblastoma.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Ovarian CancerDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Ovarian Cancer.
- Ovarian CarcinosarcomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Ovarian Carcinosarcoma.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)
- Pseudomyxoma PeritoneiDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
- Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)Dr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC).
- Rhabdomyosarcoma EmbryonalDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.
- Salivary Gland TumorsDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Salivary Gland Tumors.
- Sertoli-Leydig Cell TumorDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
- TeratocarcinosarcomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Teratocarcinosarcoma.
- Testicular Yolk Sac TumorDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor.
- Tieche-Jadassohn NevusDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Tieche-Jadassohn Nevus.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic SarcomaDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma.
- Vaginal CancerDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Vaginal Cancer.
- Virilizing Ovarian TumorDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Virilizing Ovarian Tumor.
- Vulvar CancerDr. Davar isExperienced. Learn about Vulvar Cancer.