
Overview
John Lech, DO, is a hematologist/medical oncologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. He specializes in the treatment of gastrointestinal malignancies and peritoneal carcinomas.
Dr. Lech is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
Dr. Lech is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Lech is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1604 Burtner Road, Natrona Heights, PA 15065
200 Delafield Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
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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UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Melissa Burgess, MD, is an assistant professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and a medical oncologist. She specializes in the treatment of soft tissue and bone sarcomas and Merkel cell carcinoma. Dr. Burgess is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Chondrosarcoma, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Burgess is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Burgess is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Adam M. Brufsky, MD, PhD, FACP, is professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and also serves as the associate division chief for the Division of Hematology/Oncology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine's Department of Medicine. Dr. Brufsky is the medical director of the Magee-Women's Cancer Program, part of the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center; associate director for clinical investigations at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center; and codirector of the Comprehensive Breast Cancer Center.Dr. Brufsky is board-certified in internal medicine and medical oncology. He earned a medical and doctor of philosophy degrees from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine in Farmington, Conn.; completed a residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, and a fellowship at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.Dr. Brufsky is a member of professional organizations, such as American Medical Association, Massachusetts Medical Society, American College of Physicians, American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Association for Cancer Research, Allegheny County Medical Society, Pennsylvania Medical Society, and Pennsylvania Oncologic Society. An active researcher, Dr. Brufsky has numerous abstracts and research articles in leading journals, and is principal investigator on a number of research grants funded by the National Institutes of Health, Susan G. Komen Foundation, and US Army - Breast Cancer Research Program. Dr. Brufsky is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer in Men, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Brufsky is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Brufsky is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Liza C. Villaruz, MD, is board-certified in medical oncology and hematology at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, and she specializes in lung cancer and thoracic malignancies. Dr. Villaruz is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Villaruz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Villaruz is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John A. Lech
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John A. Lech?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John A. Lech by calling their office at 724-224-4220. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John A. Lech a top-rated expert for Inflammatory Breast Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John A. Lech is classified as an Distinguished expert for Inflammatory Breast 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. John A. Lech specialize in?
While Dr. John A. Lech is a Hematology Oncology, they have specific expertise in Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Angiosarcoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology Oncology.
Does Dr. John A. Lech participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John A. Lech has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Inflammatory Breast Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. John A. Lech's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John A. Lech accept my insurance?
Dr. John A. Lech accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 724-224-4220 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Lech isDistinguished. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Lech isDistinguished. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- Advanced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- AngiosarcomaDr. Lech isAdvanced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Lech isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Lech isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Lech isAdvanced. Learn about Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Lech isAdvanced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Lech isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Lech isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS)
- Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Lech isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Schnitzler SyndromeDr. Lech isAdvanced. Learn about Schnitzler Syndrome.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Lech isAdvanced. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Lech isAdvanced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Urothelial CancerDr. Lech isAdvanced. Learn about Urothelial Cancer.
- Experienced
- Acquired AgranulocytosisDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Acquired Agranulocytosis.
- Acute Mountain SicknessDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Acute Mountain Sickness.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Adult T-Cell LeukemiaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Adult T-Cell Leukemia.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- AnemiaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- AstrocytomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- B-Cell LymphomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about B-Cell Lymphoma.
- Bladder CancerDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Cancer.
- Bone TumorDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Brain TumorDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Childhood Acute Myeloid LeukemiaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- Chromophobe Renal Cell CarcinomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma.
- Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)Dr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL).
- Chronic Familial NeutropeniaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Familial Neutropenia.
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)Dr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)Dr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML).
- Chronic T-Cell Leukemia (CTCL)Dr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Chronic T-Cell Leukemia (CTCL).
- Classical Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Clear Cell SarcomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Clear Cell Sarcoma.
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL)
- EpendymomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- Essential ThrombocythemiaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Essential Thrombocythemia.
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- Familial Wilms Tumor 2Dr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Familial Wilms Tumor 2.
- Febrile NeutropeniaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Febrile Neutropenia.
- FibrosarcomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosarcoma.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- GanglioneuroblastomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Ganglioneuroblastoma.
- GanglioneuromaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Ganglioneuroma.
- Gastric LymphomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Lymphoma.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- GlioblastomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- GliosarcomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- HemochromatosisDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Hemochromatosis.
- HemosiderosisDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Hemosiderosis.
- Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Idiopathic Pulmonary HemosiderosisDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Pulmonary Hemosiderosis.
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
- Large-Cell Immunoblastic LymphomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.
- LeukemiaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Leukemia.
- LeukocytosisDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Leukocytosis.
- LiposarcomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- Lung NodulesDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Malignant Mixed Mullerian TumorDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor.
- Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL)Dr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL).
- Merkel Cell CarcinomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Merkel Cell Carcinoma.
- MesenchymomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- MesotheliomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Mesothelioma.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- Metastatic Pleural TumorDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Pleural Tumor.
- Multiple MyelomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Myeloma.
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)Dr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).
- MyelofibrosisDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Myelofibrosis.
- Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN)Dr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN).
- Myxoid LiposarcomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Myxoid Liposarcoma.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- Non-Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Opitz G BBB SyndromeDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Opitz G BBB Syndrome.
- Ovarian CancerDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Ovarian Cancer.
- Ovarian CarcinosarcomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Ovarian Carcinosarcoma.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Polycythemia VeraDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Polycythemia Vera.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primary AmyloidosisDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Primary Amyloidosis.
- Primary Lymphoma of the BrainDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Primary Lymphoma of the Brain.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)
- Prostate CancerDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Prostate Cancer.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)Dr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC).
- Rhabdoid TumorDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdoid Tumor.
- Rhabdoid Tumor Predisposition Syndrome
- RhabdomyosarcomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma.
- Rhabdomyosarcoma EmbryonalDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.
- Richter SyndromeDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Richter Syndrome.
- Sertoli-Leydig Cell TumorDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor.
- Severe Congenital NeutropeniaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Severe Congenital Neutropenia.
- Sideroblastic AnemiaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Sideroblastic Anemia.
- Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL)Dr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
- SplenomegalyDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Splenomegaly.
- Subacute Combined DegenerationDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Subacute Combined Degeneration.
- Synovial SarcomaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Synovial Sarcoma.
- Testicular Yolk Sac TumorDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor.
- ThalassemiaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Thalassemia.
- ThrombocytopeniaDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Thrombocytopenia.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma
- Virilizing Ovarian TumorDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Virilizing Ovarian Tumor.
- Vitamin B12 DeficiencyDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin B12 Deficiency.
- Wilms TumorDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about Wilms Tumor.
- WT1-Related Wilms Tumor SyndromesDr. Lech isExperienced. Learn about WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.


