Expertise in
46
conditions

Dr. Edward Melian

Radiation Oncology
Loyola University Medical Center
2160 S 1st Ave, 
Maywood, IL 
Clinical Trials:Currently Recruiting for 2 Trials
Expertise in
46
conditions
Loyola University Medical Center
2160 S 1st Ave, 
Maywood, IL 

Overview

Edward Melian is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Maywood, Illinois.

Dr. Melian is highly rated in 46 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Glomus Tympanum Tumor, and Glomus Jugulare Tumor.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.

Specialties

Radiation Oncology

Licenses

Radiology in IL

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO

Locations

Loyola University Medical Center
2160 S 1st Ave, Maywood, IL 60153

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.

3 Clinical Trials

Phase III Trial of Observation Versus Irradiation for a Gross Totally Resected Grade II Meningioma
Phase III Trial of Observation Versus Irradiation for a Gross Totally Resected Grade II Meningioma
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: June 25, 2026
Intervention Type: Other, Procedure, Radiation
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase III Trial of Stereotactic Radiosurgery Compared With Hippocampal-Avoidant Whole Brain Radiotherapy (HA-WBRT) Plus Memantine for 5 or More Brain Metastases
A Phase III Trial of Stereotactic Radiosurgery Compared With Hippocampal-Avoidant Whole Brain Radiotherapy (HA-WBRT) Plus Memantine for 5 or More Brain Metastases
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: June 09, 2026
Intervention Type: Radiation, Procedure, Drug
Study Drug: Memantine
Study Phase: Phase 3
Phase III Intergroup Study of Radiotherapy With Concomitant and Adjuvant Temozolomide Versus Radiotherapy With Adjuvant PCV Chemotherapy in Patients With 1p/19q Co-deleted Anaplastic Glioma or Low Grade Glioma
Phase III Intergroup Study of Radiotherapy With Concomitant and Adjuvant Temozolomide Versus Radiotherapy With Adjuvant PCV Chemotherapy in Patients With 1p/19q Co-deleted Anaplastic Glioma or Low Grade Glioma
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: January 22, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug, Radiation
Study Drugs: Concomitant Temozolomide (TMZ), Procarbazine, Adjuvant Temozolomide (TMZ), CCNU, Vincristine
Study Phase: Phase 3
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16 Total Publications

Impact of Concurrent Coincident Use of Metformin During Lung Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy.
Impact of Concurrent Coincident Use of Metformin During Lung Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy.
Journal: Cureus
Published: April 30, 2021
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Is Dr. Edward Melian a top-rated expert for Meningioma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Edward Melian is classified as an Distinguished expert for Meningioma, 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. Edward Melian specialize in?

While Dr. Edward Melian is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Meningioma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, and Glomus Tympanum Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.

Does Dr. Edward Melian participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Edward Melian has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Meningioma. You can view a list of Dr. Edward Melian's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Edward Melian accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 708-216-2729 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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