Jessica M. Schuster
Expertise in
10
conditions
Expertise in
10
conditions
UW Health|Carbone Cancer Center Head And Neck Cancer Clinic
600 Highland Ave, 
Madison, WI 

Overview

Jessica Schuster, MD, is a UW Health radiation oncologist. She’s also a clinical associate professor in the Department of Radiation Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She uses radiation therapies to diagnose and treat cancerous and noncancerous conditions.Dr. Schuster’s specialties include breast cancer, prostate cancer and lung cancer. She uses X-rays and advanced imaging to evaluate the type, size and location of tumors. She delivers targeted radiation to destroy cancer cells and other abnormalities. Dr. Schuster collaborates with other cancer specialists to diagnose disorders and discuss treatment progress.Taking a patient-centered approach to care, Dr. Schuster listens to patients and helps them to understand their condition and treatment options. She discusses the latest research and technological advances while guiding and customizing care.In addition to treating patients, Dr. Schuster researches innovative radiation therapies and participates in studies focused on breast cancer, prostate cancer and lung cancer.When she’s not working, Dr. Schuster enjoys riding horses, playing ultimate frisbee and spending time with her family.I help patients get through really hard times, but it’s rewarding to see them when they’re feeling better and talking about their grandkids or pets — that’s a success!.

Dr. Schuster is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

Dr. Schuster is board certified in Radiation Oncology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Schuster is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Radiation Oncology

Licenses

Radiology in WI

Board Certifications

Radiation Oncology

Hospital Affiliations

University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority
Department Of Radiation Medicine

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
  • POS
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Group Health Cooperative
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Quartz
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Quartz Health Plan
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Security Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

UW Health|Carbone Cancer Center Head and Neck Cancer Clinic
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Schuster 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.

Breast Cancer

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.


1 Clinical Trials

Improving Pulmonary Function Following Radiation Therapy

18 Total Publications

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Is Dr. Jessica M. Schuster a top-rated expert for Prostate Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jessica M. Schuster is classified as an Advanced expert for Prostate 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. Jessica M. Schuster specialize in?

While Dr. Jessica M. Schuster is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Breast Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.

Does Dr. Jessica M. Schuster participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Jessica M. Schuster has published 18 articles and abstracts on conditions like Prostate Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Jessica M. Schuster's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Jessica M. Schuster accept my insurance?

Dr. Jessica M. Schuster accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-915-0100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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