
Overview
John C. Rhee, MD, is a medical oncologist and hematologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. Dr. Rhee is skilled in the management of all forms of cancer and blood diseases, with particular interest in cancers of the gastrointestinal tract and chest, including colorectal, esophageal, gastric, pancreaticobiliary, liver, neuroendocrine, and lung tumors.
Dr. Rhee is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Gastrostomy.
Dr. Rhee is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Rhee is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
5115 Centre Avenue, Hillman Cancer Center, 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.
1 Clinical Trials
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 C. Rhee
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John C. Rhee?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John C. Rhee by calling their office at 412-946-2022. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John C. Rhee a top-rated expert for Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John C. Rhee is classified as an Distinguished expert for Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), 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 C. Rhee specialize in?
While Dr. John C. Rhee is a Hematology Oncology, they have specific expertise in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology Oncology.
Does Dr. John C. Rhee participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John C. Rhee has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). You can view a list of Dr. John C. Rhee's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John C. Rhee accept my insurance?
Dr. John C. Rhee accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-946-2022 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Lung CancerDr. Rhee isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- MesenchymomaDr. Rhee isDistinguished. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Rhee isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Rhee isDistinguished. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic SarcomaDr. Rhee isDistinguished. Learn about Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma.
- Advanced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Rhee isAdvanced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Bone TumorDr. Rhee isAdvanced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Rhee isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Rhee isAdvanced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- FibrosarcomaDr. Rhee isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosarcoma.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Rhee isAdvanced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Liver CancerDr. Rhee isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Rhee isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Rhee isAdvanced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Myxoid LiposarcomaDr. Rhee isAdvanced. Learn about Myxoid Liposarcoma.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
- Rhabdomyosarcoma EmbryonalDr. Rhee isAdvanced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Rhee isAdvanced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Experienced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Anal CancerDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- AnemiaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- AstrocytomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Ataxia-TelangiectasiaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Ataxia-Telangiectasia.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- B-Cell LymphomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about B-Cell Lymphoma.
- Blood ClotsDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Blood Clots.
- Bone Marrow AspirationDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Bone Marrow Aspiration.
- Brain TumorDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Breast CancerDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Carcinoid SyndromeDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Carcinoid Syndrome.
- Childhood Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- ChondrosarcomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Chondrosarcoma.
- Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)Dr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL).
- Chronic Familial NeutropeniaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Familial Neutropenia.
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)Dr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).
- Congenital Antithrombin 3 Deficiency
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- DehydrationDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Dehydration.
- Desmoplastic Small Round Cell TumorDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor.
- Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL)
- EndoscopyDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- EpendymomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Essential ThrombocythemiaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Essential Thrombocythemia.
- Ewing SarcomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Ewing Sarcoma.
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Gamma Knife RadiosurgeryDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
- GanglioneuroblastomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Ganglioneuroblastoma.
- GanglioneuromaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Ganglioneuroma.
- Gastric LymphomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Lymphoma.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- GastrostomyDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- GlioblastomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- GliosarcomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- GlucagonomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome
- Hereditary Resistance to Anti-Vitamin K
- Heyde SyndromeDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Heyde Syndrome.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- Large-Cell Immunoblastic LymphomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.
- Laryngeal CancerDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- LiposarcomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- Lymphoid HyperplasiaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Lymphoid Hyperplasia.
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- Metastatic InsulinomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Insulinoma.
- Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS)
- Multiple MyelomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Myeloma.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- Non-Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- OsteosarcomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Osteosarcoma.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- PancreatectomyDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic Ductal AdenocarcinomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma.
- PancreatoblastomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatoblastoma.
- Papillary Thyroid CancerDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Papillary Thyroid Cancer.
- Paris-Trousseau ThrombocytopeniaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Paris-Trousseau Thrombocytopenia.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)
- Prostate CancerDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Prostate Cancer.
- Protein C DeficiencyDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Protein C Deficiency.
- Protein S DeficiencyDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Protein S Deficiency.
- Pseudomyxoma PeritoneiDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Rhabdoid TumorDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdoid Tumor.
- Rhabdoid Tumor Predisposition Syndrome
- RhabdomyosarcomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma.
- Richter SyndromeDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Richter Syndrome.
- RUNX1 Familial Platelet DisorderDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about RUNX1 Familial Platelet Disorder.
- Salivary Gland TumorsDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Salivary Gland Tumors.
- Schnitzler SyndromeDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Schnitzler Syndrome.
- Severe Congenital NeutropeniaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Severe Congenital Neutropenia.
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC)
- Synovial SarcomaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Synovial Sarcoma.
- Throat CancerDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Throat Cancer.
- ThrombocytopeniaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Thrombocytopenia.
- Thymic Epithelial TumorDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Thymic Epithelial Tumor.
- Thyroid CancerDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
- Von Willebrand Disease (VWD)Dr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Von Willebrand Disease (VWD).
- Waldenstrom MacroglobulinemiaDr. Rhee isExperienced. Learn about Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia.


