Overview
James G. Herman, MD, is a medical oncologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. He specializes in the treatment of lung cancer, is professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and is the UPMC Endowed Chair in Lung Cancer Research. Dr. Herman is co-leader of the Lung Cancer Program, and specializes in lung cancer research focused on understanding the molecular changes that drive lung cancer, using this for the prevention and early detection of lung cancer and to select targeted therapies.
Dr. Herman is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
Dr. Herman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 134 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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5117 Centre Avenue, Suite 218D, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
5115 Centre Avenue, Hillman Cancer Center, 2nd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James G. Herman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James G. Herman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James G. Herman by calling their office at 412-623-7769. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James G. Herman a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James G. Herman is classified as an Advanced 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. James G. Herman specialize in?
While Dr. James G. Herman is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. James G. Herman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James G. Herman has published 134 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. James G. Herman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James G. Herman accept my insurance?
Dr. James G. Herman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-623-7769 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Colorectal CancerDr. Herman isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Herman isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Herman isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Lung CancerDr. Herman isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
- Pancreatic Islet Cell TumorDr. Herman isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor.
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- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)Dr. Herman isExperienced. Learn about Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).
- Acute Myelomonocytic LeukemiaDr. Herman isExperienced. Learn about Acute Myelomonocytic Leukemia.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Herman isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Breast CancerDr. Herman isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML)Dr. Herman isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML).
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Herman isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.