Dr. John Kresl
Overview
Dr. Kresl is a nationally recognized expert in stereotactic radiosurgery and is frequently an invited lecturer at seminars throughout the world. Through his participation in Clinical Oncology Treatment Protocols, he offers the newest and most advanced forms of treatment for tumors of all disease sites. An executive board member for the CyberKnife Society, he has published extensively on radiosurgery. He is the current Medical Director of Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center and oversees their Department of Radiation Oncology as well. He was the Assistant Director for the Center for Thoracic Disease at St. Joseph's Hospital & Medical Center and Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix until 2008. Dr. Kresl completed advanced medical educational and research training in the field of oncology as one of five National Institute of Health (NIH) supported combined MD/PhD Fellows in Graduate Medical Science training in Molecular and Immunological Tumor Cell Biology. He received his MD and PhD from Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago and completed a comprehensive Radiation Oncology training program at the Mayo Clinic,Rochester, MN. Dr. Kresl has also completed advanced Clinical Radiation Oncology training in the field of Brachytherapy, GammaKnife™Stereotactic Radiosurgery and CyberKnife® Stereotactic Radiosurgery. Dr. Kresl is Board Certified by the American Board of Radiology in Radiation Oncology. A distinguished fellow of the American College of Cancer Specialists,he is included in the Best Doctors in America 2011-2012 and was named among America's Top Oncologists 2010 by the Consumer's Research Council of America.To help people achieve health for life.
Dr. Kresl is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acoustic Neuroma, Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
4611 E Shea Blvd Ste 120, Phoenix, AZ 85028
19636 N 27th Ave Ste 202, Phoenix, AZ 85027
20940 N Tatum Blvd Ste 350, Phoenix, AZ 85050
4611 E Shea Blvd Ste 120, Phoenix, AZ 85028
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. John Kresl
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John Kresl?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John Kresl by calling their office at 602-441-3845. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John Kresl a top-rated expert for Acoustic Neuroma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John Kresl is classified as an Distinguished expert for Acoustic Neuroma, 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 Kresl specialize in?
While Dr. John Kresl is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Acoustic Neuroma, Prostate Cancer, and Familial Prostate Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.
Does Dr. John Kresl participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John Kresl has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acoustic Neuroma. You can view a list of Dr. John Kresl's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John Kresl accept my insurance?
Dr. John Kresl accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 602-441-3845 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Kresl isDistinguished. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Kresl isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Kresl isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Kresl isDistinguished. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)Dr. Kresl isDistinguished. Learn about Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).
- Prostate CancerDr. Kresl isDistinguished. Learn about Prostate Cancer.
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- Breast CancerDr. Kresl isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- ChordomaDr. Kresl isAdvanced. Learn about Chordoma.
- Glomus Jugulare TumorDr. Kresl isAdvanced. Learn about Glomus Jugulare Tumor.
- Glomus Tympanum TumorDr. Kresl isAdvanced. Learn about Glomus Tympanum Tumor.
- Lung CancerDr. Kresl isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- MeningiomaDr. Kresl isAdvanced. Learn about Meningioma.
- Experienced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Kresl isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Anal CancerDr. Kresl isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Kresl isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Kresl isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- AstrocytomaDr. Kresl isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.