Dr. Joseph K. Franz
Overview
Joseph Keith Franz, MD, is a hematologist who specializes in the treatment of hematological malignancies with expertise and a clinical research focus in multiple myeloma. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Hematology. Dr. Franz received his medical degree from the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. He completed his internal medicine residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and his hematology/oncology fellowship at UPMC.
His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM).
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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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joseph K. Franz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph K. Franz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph K. Franz by calling their office at 412-438-2291. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joseph K. Franz a top-rated expert for Multiple Myeloma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph K. Franz is classified as an Experienced expert for Multiple Myeloma, 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. Joseph K. Franz specialize in?
While Dr. Joseph K. Franz is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Multiple Myeloma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Joseph K. Franz participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joseph K. Franz has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Multiple Myeloma. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph K. Franz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joseph K. Franz accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph K. Franz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-438-2291 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Multiple MyelomaDr. Franz isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Myeloma.
- Non-Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Franz isExperienced. Learn about Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM)