Overview
Mario Velasco is an Oncologist in Decatur, Illinois. Dr. Velasco is highly rated in 39 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Adenocarcinoma.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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210 W McKinley Ave Ste 1, Decatur, IL 62526
201 E Pleasant St, Taylorville, IL 62568
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 12 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- 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.
- Essential ThrombocythemiaDr. Velasco isDistinguished. Learn about Essential Thrombocythemia.
- 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.
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- AgranulocytosisDr. Velasco isAdvanced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- 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.
- Experienced
- Acute Eosinophilic PneumoniaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Acute Eosinophilic Pneumonia.
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)Dr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).
- Adult Immune ThrombocytopeniaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Velasco isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.