Heath D. Skinner
Expertise in
5
conditions

Dr. Heath D. Skinner

Radiation Oncology
5230 Centre Avenue, 
Pittsburgh, PA 
Clinical Trials:Currently Recruiting for 1 Trial
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Expertise in
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5230 Centre Avenue, 
Pittsburgh, PA 

Overview

Heath D. Skinner, MD, PhD, is chair and medical director of the Department of Radiation Oncology and professor at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, specializing in the study and treatment of head and neck and lung cancer. Dr. Skinner's research is designed to generate insights that led to the rational design of clinical trials using agents that are currently under investigation to minimize the time from bench to bedside.Dr. Skinner is board-certified in radiation oncology. He completed a combined MD/PhD program at West Virginia University. Upon completion of medical school, he began a combined internship and residency in radiation oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (MDACC).Over the course of his career, Dr. Skinner has received eight peer-reviewed grants, including a two current R01s funding his research. He has published over 85 peer-reviewed articles , has written 6 book chapters and 9 invited reviews and presented over 50 abstracts at national meetings. Dr. Skinner has also been invited to present his work at multiple domestic and international symposia.In addition to his research, Dr. Skinner is dedicated to providing excellent and compassionate patient care. This dedication is borne out in patient experience measures, with his scores being almost uniformly in the 99th percentile for all categories asked. Moreover, his patients have rated him in the top 1 percent nationally on Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CGCAHPS) measures related to their experience with him in his clinic.

Dr. Skinner is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Esophageal Cancer, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Lung Cancer, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. Skinner is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 162 peer reviewed articles and participating in 5 clinical trials. Dr. Skinner is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Radiation Oncology

Licenses

Radiology in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Radiology

Hospital Affiliations

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

Languages Spoken

English
French
Spanish

Gender

Male

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Locations

Mary Hillman Jennings Radiation Oncology Center
5230 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Heath D. Skinner

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Heath D. Skinner by calling their office at 412-623-6720. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Heath D. Skinner a top-rated expert for Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Heath D. Skinner is classified as an Elite expert for Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), 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. Heath D. Skinner specialize in?

While Dr. Heath D. Skinner is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Esophageal Cancer, and Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.

Does Dr. Heath D. Skinner participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Heath D. Skinner has published 162 articles and abstracts on conditions like Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC). You can view a list of Dr. Heath D. Skinner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Heath D. Skinner accept my insurance?

Dr. Heath D. Skinner accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-623-6720 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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