
Overview
James Felker, MD, is a pediatric hematologist/oncologist and is certified in pediatrics and pediatric hematology/oncology by the American Board of Pediatrics. He is assistant professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Felker received his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Northwestern University/Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago followed by a fellowship in pediatric hematology/oncology and neuro-oncology at Emory University/Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Ga. Dr. Felker’s clinical interests include pediatric brain and spinal tumors and clinical trial development. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, American Society of Clinical Oncology, Society for Neuro-Oncology, Children’s Oncology Group, and the Pediatric Brain Tumor Consortium. His wife is a pediatric cardiologist at UPMC Children’s and has an interest in long term cardiac outcomes for oncology patients. Together they have two girls and a beagle mutt. Dr Felker enjoys running along the rivers in Pittsburgh while trying to avoid the hills.View the full list of Dr. Felker's publications on PubMed.View Dr. Felker's profile at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine – Department of Pediatrics.LGBTQIA+ Affirming: This provider has completed training on how to create a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ patients. This provider may or may not offer LGBTQIA+ specific medical or surgical care. Please ask when scheduling.
Dr. Felker is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Stem Cancer, Glioma, Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-Mutant, and Medulloblastoma.
Dr. Felker is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics . He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles and participating in 8 clinical trials. Dr. Felker is currently accepting new patients.
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4401 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
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Dr. Felker 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
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8 Clinical Trials
Pediatric Hematology Oncology In Lawrenceville
Jessica Daley, MD, specializes in pediatric hematology and oncology and is certified in pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. She practices at Pediatric Hematology Oncology in Lawrenceville and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. She completed her residency at Hasbro Children's Hospital, fellowship at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and medical degree at Tufts University School of Medicine. Dr. Daley is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ewing Sarcoma, Osteosarcoma, and Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma. Dr. Daley is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics . Dr. Daley is currently accepting new patients.
Pediatric Hematology Oncology In Lawrenceville
Cheryl A. Hillery, MD, is clinical director of Hematology at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and a professor of Pediatrics within the Division of Hematology-Oncology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She is the director of the Pediatric Comprehensive Sickle Cell Program and has led basic, translational, and clinical research studies focused on sickle cell disease. Dr. Hillery is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, and Hemolytic Anemia. Dr. Hillery is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Internal Medicine . Dr. Hillery is currently accepting new patients.
Pediatric Hematology Oncology In Lawrenceville
Frederico Xavier, MD, MS, is the associate clinical director for the Hemophilia Center of Western Pennsylvania and an associate professor of Pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is board-certified in Pediatrics and in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.Dr. Xavier completed his medical degree, pediatric residency, and fellowship training in Brazil. He then completed a pediatric residency in New York, pediatric hematology and oncology fellowship at St. Jude Children’s Hospital, and then a pediatric hemostasis fellowship at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Dr. Xavier completed a master’s degree in clinical research at the Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis.He has published peer-reviewed articles and book chapters in the field of pediatric hemostasis and is currently awarded with a research grant to study inflammation in Hemophilia. Dr. Xavier also sits in the Newborn Screening and Follow-up Technical Advisory Board for the Pennsylvania Department of Health.Dr. Xavier also practices at the Hemophilia Center of Western Pennsylvania, a state and federally-funded 501(c)3 charitable organization that provides comprehensive medical care to the residents of Western Pennsylvania with hemophilia and other bleeding and clotting disorders. The functions of the center include diagnosis and evaluation of individuals with bleeding disorders; treatment of bleeding episodes and complications; education of the patient and family, the community, and other medical providers; communication and advocacy; supervision of home care; and research and data collection.View the full list of Dr. Xavier’s publications on PubMed. Dr. Xavier is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemophilia A, Hemophilic Arthropathy, Hemophilia B, and Von Willebrand Disease (VWD). Dr. Xavier is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics . Dr. Xavier is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James T. Felker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James T. Felker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James T. Felker by calling their office at 412-692-5055. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James T. Felker a top-rated expert for Brain Stem Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James T. Felker is classified as an Advanced expert for Brain Stem 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 T. Felker specialize in?
While Dr. James T. Felker is a Pediatric Hematology Oncology, they have specific expertise in Brain Stem Cancer, Glioma, and Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-Mutant. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Hematology Oncology.
Does Dr. James T. Felker participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James T. Felker has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Brain Stem Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. James T. Felker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James T. Felker accept my insurance?
Dr. James T. Felker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-692-5055 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Brain Stem CancerDr. Felker isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- GliomaDr. Felker isAdvanced. Learn about Glioma.
- Experienced
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)Dr. Felker isExperienced. Learn about Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
- Cerebral Ventricle CancerDr. Felker isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Ventricle Cancer.
- Diencephalic SyndromeDr. Felker isExperienced. Learn about Diencephalic Syndrome.
- Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-MutantDr. Felker isExperienced. Learn about Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-Mutant.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- Infantile NeutropeniaDr. Felker isExperienced. Learn about Infantile Neutropenia.
- MedulloblastomaDr. Felker isExperienced. Learn about Medulloblastoma.
- PineoblastomaDr. Felker isExperienced. Learn about Pineoblastoma.
- Rhabdoid TumorDr. Felker isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdoid Tumor.


