Overview
Leonidas Platanias is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 43 years.
Dr. Platanias is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Breast Cancer, PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum, and Leukemia.
Dr. Platanias is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 205 peer reviewed articles.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Leonidas C. Platanias
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Leonidas C. Platanias?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Leonidas C. Platanias by calling their office at 866-587-4322. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Leonidas C. Platanias a top-rated expert for Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Leonidas C. Platanias is classified as an Advanced expert for Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), 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. Leonidas C. Platanias specialize in?
While Dr. Leonidas C. Platanias is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Breast Cancer, and PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Leonidas C. Platanias participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Leonidas C. Platanias has published 205 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). You can view a list of Dr. Leonidas C. Platanias's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Leonidas C. Platanias accept my insurance?
Dr. Leonidas C. Platanias accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 866-587-4322 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)Dr. Platanias isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).
- Acute Promyelocytic LeukemiaDr. Platanias isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia.
- Breast CancerDr. Platanias isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)Dr. Platanias isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML).
- GlioblastomaDr. Platanias isAdvanced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Platanias isAdvanced. Learn about Glioma.
- Experienced
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)Dr. Platanias isExperienced. Learn about Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
- AstrocytomaDr. Platanias isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- B-Cell LymphomaDr. Platanias isExperienced. Learn about B-Cell Lymphoma.
- Brain TumorDr. Platanias isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered RosettesDr. Platanias isExperienced. Learn about Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Platanias isExperienced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.