Overview
Dr. Wong's focus has been on gastrointestinal cancer patients and clinical research in the area of GI cancers. He provides education in this same area for the Baylor College of Medicine Medical School, Baylor Scott & White internal medicine residency, and Baylor Scott & White hematology/oncology fellowship program. He is currently a Clinical Professor of Medicine at the BCM Medical School. Outside of Baylor Scott & White, he is a board member of the Texas Society of Clinical Oncology, Texas Medical Association Cancer Committee member, and SWOG GI committee member. Dr. Wong's area of clinical care and research is gastrointestinal malignancies such as colon, pancreatic, esophageal, stomach, liver, bile duct, rectal, anal, and small bowel. Connect with Dr. Wong: Baylor College of Medicine.
Dr. Wong is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lynch Syndrome, Pancreatoblastoma, Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles and participating in 25 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508
2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508
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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Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Temple
After completing his residency and fellowship at Scott & White, Dr. Gowan has spent his entire 20-year professional career in Temple, TX. Initially, he was at Scott & White Memorial which became Baylor Scott & White Health. His primary focus is on thoracic cancers and malignancies of the head and neck. Dr. Gowan's areas of expertise include lung cancer and head and neck cancer. Dr. Gowan is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.
Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Temple
Dr. Bhat is a board-certified hematologist/ medical oncologist who has formed a niche in breast oncology. She joined BSW at Temple's main campus in 2011 soon after completing her fellowship, and her medical practice mostly consists of breast cancer patients. She also supervises the trainee fellows in their continuity clinic and is one of the core faculty in Baylor Scott & White's 3-year hem-oncology fellowship program. Dr. Bhat has been the site director of NSABP and is currently the chair of the breast tumor board, a weekly interdisciplinary case discussion conference, where NCCN guidelines and optimal treatment options for all their breast cancer patients are discussed. She is passionate about taking care of breast cancer patients and believes in providing them with a comprehensive, yet personalized care plan when it comes to their cancer. Their clinic offers several state-of-the-art treatments like novel chemotherapies, biotherapies, targeted therapies, and immunotherapies. In addition to these standard treatments, she strives to bring on relevant and pertinent clinical trials that would benefit our breast cancer patients. She frequently offers second and third-opinion consults on complicated cases that are referred from our peripheral clinics. Dr. Bhat is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.
Scott & White Memorial Hospital
Charles Capen is an Oncologist in Temple, Texas. Dr. Capen is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vulvar Cancer, Virilizing Ovarian Tumor, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Ovarian Cancer, and Oophorectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lucas Wong
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lucas Wong?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lucas Wong by calling their office at 254-724-5918. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lucas Wong a top-rated expert for Lynch Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lucas Wong is classified as an Advanced expert for Lynch Syndrome, 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. Lucas Wong specialize in?
While Dr. Lucas Wong is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Lynch Syndrome, Pancreatoblastoma, and Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Lucas Wong participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lucas Wong has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lynch Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Lucas Wong's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lucas Wong accept my insurance?
Dr. Lucas Wong accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-724-5918 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Anal CancerDr. Wong isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Carcinoid SyndromeDr. Wong isAdvanced. Learn about Carcinoid Syndrome.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Wong isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Experienced
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)Dr. Wong isExperienced. Learn about Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Wong isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Wong isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer