
Overview
Eric Safyan, MD, is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and is the leader of the Telemedicine Clinic at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at UPMC Altoona. Dr. Safyan received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Wadsworth VA in Los Angeles, California and completed his fellowship in both Hematology and Medical Oncology at Harbor - UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, California.
Dr. Safyan is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Breast Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
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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800 Howard Avenue, Suite 1, Altoona, PA 16601
800 Howard Avenue, Suite 1, Altoona, PA 16601
1400 Locust Street, Suite G103, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
1400 Locust Street, Suite G103, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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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.
UPMC Gynecologic Oncology
Alexander Olawaiye, MD, is a professor of gynecologic oncology at the University of Pittsburgh and Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC. He specializes in gynecologic malignancies, as well as endometrial, ovarian, cervical, vulvar, and vaginal cancers.Dr. Olawaiye is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology as well as gynecologic oncology. He completed an undergraduate degree at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, and received a medical degree from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists in London, UK. Dr. Olawaiye completed a residency at the State University of New York at Buffalo, and a gynecologic oncology fellowship at Harvard Medical School.Dr. Olawaiye is a member of professional organizations such as the Society for Gynecologic Oncologists, American Society of Gynecologic Oncologists and the American Joint Committee on Cancer. He maintains a research interest in translational and clinical research for endometrial, ovarian, cervical, and vulvar cancers. Dr. Olawaiye is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Hysterectomy, and Vulvectomy.
UPMC Gynecologic Oncology
Michelle Boisen, MD, specializes in gynecologic oncology and is certified in obstetrics and gynecology and gynecologic oncology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Women's Health and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Altoona, and UPMC Presbyterian. She completed her residency at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and her medical degree at University of Wisconsin School of Medicine. Dr. Boisen is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Vulvar Cancer, Hysterectomy, and Vulvectomy.
UPMC Altoona Surgery Center Lab
Mohammad Alkayem is an Oncologist in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Alkayem is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vulvar Cancer, Thrombocytopenia, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eric L. Safyan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eric L. Safyan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Eric L. Safyan by calling their office at 814-631-5993. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Eric L. Safyan a top-rated expert for Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eric L. Safyan is classified as an Distinguished expert for Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, 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. Eric L. Safyan specialize in?
While Dr. Eric L. Safyan is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Breast Cancer, and Lung Adenocarcinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Eric L. Safyan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Eric L. Safyan has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. You can view a list of Dr. Eric L. Safyan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Eric L. Safyan accept my insurance?
Dr. Eric L. Safyan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 814-631-5993 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Non-Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Safyan isDistinguished. Learn about Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Advanced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Breast CancerDr. Safyan isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Gastric LymphomaDr. Safyan isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Lymphoma.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Safyan isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Safyan isAdvanced. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Safyan isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Experienced
- AgranulocytosisDr. Safyan isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- AnemiaDr. Safyan isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Safyan isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Childhood Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Safyan isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- ChoriocarcinomaDr. Safyan isExperienced. Learn about Choriocarcinoma.
- Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)Dr. Safyan isExperienced. Learn about Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL).


