Overview
Mario Velasco is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Decatur, Illinois.
Dr. Velasco is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Velasco is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
210 W McKinley Ave Ste 1, Decatur, IL 62526
201 E Pleasant St, Taylorville, IL 62568
210 W Mckinley Ave, Decatur, IL 62526
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Velasco has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Mario Velasco
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mario Velasco?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mario Velasco by calling their office at 217-876-6600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mario Velasco a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mario Velasco 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. Mario Velasco specialize in?
While Dr. Mario Velasco is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Mario Velasco participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mario Velasco has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Mario Velasco's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mario Velasco accept my insurance?
Dr. Mario Velasco accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 217-876-6600 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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- Distinguished
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Velasco isDistinguished. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Velasco isDistinguished. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Velasco isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Velasco isDistinguished. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Velasco isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Velasco isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Velasco isDistinguished. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Velasco isDistinguished. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Velasco isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Velasco isDistinguished. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Velasco isDistinguished. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Velasco isDistinguished. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Advanced
- AngiosarcomaDr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- AstrocytomaDr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Breast CancerDr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Breast Cancer in MenDr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer in Men.
- Castleman DiseaseDr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Castleman Disease.
- Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL)
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- MelanomaDr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Melanoma.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)Dr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- PlasmacytomaDr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Plasmacytoma.
- Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)Dr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD).
- Experienced
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)Dr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- Anaplastic Large Cell LymphomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma.
- Angioimmunoblastic T-cell LymphomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Angioimmunoblastic T-cell Lymphoma.
- Appendix CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Appendix Cancer.
- Bladder CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Cancer.
- Bone TumorDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Brain TumorDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Childhood Acute Myeloid LeukemiaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia.
- Chromophobe Renal Cell CarcinomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma.
- Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)Dr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL).
- Chronic Familial NeutropeniaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Familial Neutropenia.
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)Dr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).
- Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML)Dr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML).
- Clear Cell SarcomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Clear Cell Sarcoma.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Desmoplastic Small Round Cell TumorDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor.
- EpendymomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Familial Wilms Tumor 2Dr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Familial Wilms Tumor 2.
- Febrile NeutropeniaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Febrile Neutropenia.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- FibrosarcomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosarcoma.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Gastric LymphomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Lymphoma.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- GlioblastomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia SyndromeDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome.
- Large-Cell Immunoblastic LymphomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.
- Laryngeal CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- LiposarcomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- Lung NodulesDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Malignant Mixed Mullerian TumorDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor.
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL)Dr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL).
- MesenchymomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- MesotheliomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Mesothelioma.
- Metastatic Pleural TumorDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Pleural Tumor.
- Multiple MyelomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Myeloma.
- Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN)Dr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN).
- Myxoid LiposarcomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Myxoid Liposarcoma.
- Non-Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- Olfactory NeuroblastomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Olfactory Neuroblastoma.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Ovarian CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Ovarian Cancer.
- Ovarian CarcinosarcomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Ovarian Carcinosarcoma.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Peripheral T-Cell LymphomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma.
- Primary Lymphoma of the BrainDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Primary Lymphoma of the Brain.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)Dr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).
- Prostate CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Prostate Cancer.
- Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM)
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)Dr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).
- Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)Dr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC).
- Rhabdomyosarcoma EmbryonalDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.
- Richter SyndromeDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Richter Syndrome.
- Sertoli-Leydig Cell TumorDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor.
- Severe Congenital NeutropeniaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Severe Congenital Neutropenia.
- Sinus CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Sinus Cancer.
- Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL)Dr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
- Stomach CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- T-Cell LymphomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about T-Cell Lymphoma.
- TeratocarcinosarcomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Teratocarcinosarcoma.
- Testicular Yolk Sac TumorDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor.
- Throat CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Throat Cancer.
- ThrombocytopeniaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Thrombocytopenia.
- Tongue CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Tongue Cancer.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic SarcomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma.
- Urothelial CancerDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Urothelial Cancer.
- Virilizing Ovarian TumorDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Virilizing Ovarian Tumor.
- Vitamin B12 DeficiencyDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin B12 Deficiency.
- Wilms TumorDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Wilms Tumor.
- WT1-Related Wilms Tumor SyndromesDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.