Expertise in
20
conditions

Dr. Kristin A. Plichta

Radiation Oncology
University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
200 Hawkins Dr, 
Iowa City, IA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
20
conditions
University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
200 Hawkins Dr, 
Iowa City, IA 

Overview

Kristin Plichta is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa.

Dr. Plichta is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Melanoma of the Eye, and Familial Pancreatic Cancer.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Plichta is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Radiation Oncology

Licenses

Radiology in IA

Hospital Affiliations

Mercyone Clinton Medical Center
Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center
University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center
Finley Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
HealthPartners
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  • PPO
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Medica
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
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
Wellmark
  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242

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

A Multi-Center Open Label Dose Escalation and Dose Expansion Study to Evaluate Safety, Tolerability, Dosimetry, and Preliminary Efficacy of the HER2 Directed Radioligand CAM-H2 in Patients With Advanced/Metastatic HER2-Positive Breast, Gastric, and GEJ Cancer
A Multi-Center Open Label Dose Escalation and Dose Expansion Study to Evaluate Safety, Tolerability, Dosimetry, and Preliminary Efficacy of the HER2 Directed Radioligand CAM-H2 in Patients With Advanced/Metastatic HER2-Positive Breast, Gastric, and GEJ Cancer
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: May 06, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 1/Phase 2

14 Total Publications

The Emerging Potential of Lead-212 Theranostics.
The Emerging Potential of Lead-212 Theranostics.
Journal: Hematology/oncology clinics of North America
Published: January 18, 2025
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Is Dr. Kristin A. Plichta a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kristin A. Plichta is classified as an Distinguished expert for Lung 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. Kristin A. Plichta specialize in?

While Dr. Kristin A. Plichta is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Melanoma of the Eye. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.

Does Dr. Kristin A. Plichta participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Kristin A. Plichta has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Kristin A. Plichta's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Kristin A. Plichta accept my insurance?

Dr. Kristin A. Plichta accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 319-356-2253 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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