Expertise in
19
conditions

Dr. Nicklas R. Pfanzelter

Oncology
Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital
2650 Ridge Ave, 
Evanston, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
19
conditions
Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital
2650 Ridge Ave, 
Evanston, IL 

Overview

Nicklas Pfanzelter is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Evanston, Illinois.

Dr. Pfanzelter is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), Familial Prostate Cancer, and Urothelial Cancer.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles and participating in 7 clinical trials. Dr. Pfanzelter is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Hospital Affiliations

Swedish Hospital
Northwest Community Hospital 1
Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Walgreens
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Zing Health
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Locations

Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital
2650 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
Other Locations
Office
757 Park Ave W, Highland Park, IL 60035

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.

7 Clinical Trials

Phase III Randomized Adjuvant Study of Pembrolizumab in muScle invaSive and locAlly aDvanced urOthelial caRcinoma (AMBASSADOR) Versus Observation
Phase III Randomized Adjuvant Study of Pembrolizumab in muScle invaSive and locAlly aDvanced urOthelial caRcinoma (AMBASSADOR) Versus Observation
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: August 28, 2026
Intervention Type: Other, Biological, Procedure
Study Drug: Pembrolizumab
Study Phase: Phase 3
Molecular Analysis for Therapy Choice (MATCH)
Molecular Analysis for Therapy Choice (MATCH)
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: August 28, 2026
Intervention Type: Procedure, Drug, Other, Biological
Study Drugs: Adavosertib, Afatinib, Binimetinib, Capivasertib, Copanlisib, Crizotinib, Dabrafenib, Dasatinib, Defactinib, Erdafitinib, FGFR Inhibitor AZD4547, Ipatasertib, Larotrectinib, Nivolumab, Osimertinib, Palbociclib, Pertuzumab, PI3K-Beta Inhibitor GSK2636771, Sapanisertib, Sunitinib, Taselisib, Trametinib, Trastuzumab, Ulixertinib, Vismodegib
Study Phase: Phase 2
Randomized Phase III Trial Incorporating Apalutamide and Advanced Imaging Into Salvage Treatment for Patients With Node-Positive Prostate Cancer After Radical Prostatectomy (INNOVATE*) *INtensifying Treatment for NOde Positive Prostate Cancer by VArying the Hormonal ThErapy
Randomized Phase III Trial Incorporating Apalutamide and Advanced Imaging Into Salvage Treatment for Patients With Node-Positive Prostate Cancer After Radical Prostatectomy (INNOVATE*) *INtensifying Treatment for NOde Positive Prostate Cancer by VArying the Hormonal ThErapy
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: August 17, 2026
Intervention Type: Other, Procedure, Drug, Radiation
Study Drugs: Abiraterone acetate, Apalutamide, Hormone therapy, Prednisone
Study Phase: Phase 3
DART: Dual Anti-CTLA-4 and Anti-PD-1 Blockade in Rare Tumors
DART: Dual Anti-CTLA-4 and Anti-PD-1 Blockade in Rare Tumors
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: June 17, 2026
Intervention Type: Procedure, Biological
Study Drugs: Ipilimumab, Nivolumab
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Randomized Phase III Trial Comparing Conventional-Dose Chemotherapy Using Paclitaxel, Ifosfamide, and Cisplatin (TIP) With High-Dose Chemotherapy Using Mobilizing Paclitaxel Plus Ifosfamide Followed by High-Dose Carboplatin and Etoposide (TI-CE) as First Salvage Treatment in Relapsed or Refractory Germ Cell Tumors
A Randomized Phase III Trial Comparing Conventional-Dose Chemotherapy Using Paclitaxel, Ifosfamide, and Cisplatin (TIP) With High-Dose Chemotherapy Using Mobilizing Paclitaxel Plus Ifosfamide Followed by High-Dose Carboplatin and Etoposide (TI-CE) as First Salvage Treatment in Relapsed or Refractory Germ Cell Tumors
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: June 16, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug, Procedure
Study Drugs: Paclitaxel, Ifosfamide, Cisplatin, Pegylated G-CSF, G-CSF, Carboplatin, Etoposide Phosphate
Study Phase: Phase 3
BRCAAway: A Randomized Phase II Trial of Abiraterone, Olaparib, or Abiraterone + Olaparib in Patients With Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer With DNA Repair Defects
BRCAAway: A Randomized Phase II Trial of Abiraterone, Olaparib, or Abiraterone + Olaparib in Patients With Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer With DNA Repair Defects
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: June 01, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Olaparib, Abiraterone acetate, Prednisone
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase 1a/1b Study of Cabiralizumab in Combination With Nivolumab in Patients With Selected Advanced Cancers
A Phase 1a/1b Study of Cabiralizumab in Combination With Nivolumab in Patients With Selected Advanced Cancers
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 09, 2022
Intervention Type: Biological
Study Phase: Phase 1
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6 Total Publications

Panitumumab-Based EGFR Blockade in SMARCB1-Deficient Renal Medullary Carcinoma: Preclinical Basis and Prospective Clinical Activity.
Panitumumab-Based EGFR Blockade in SMARCB1-Deficient Renal Medullary Carcinoma: Preclinical Basis and Prospective Clinical Activity.
Journal: Clinical cancer research : an official journal of the American Association for Cancer Research
Published: January 27, 2026
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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nicklas R. Pfanzelter is classified as an Distinguished expert for Prostate 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. Nicklas R. Pfanzelter specialize in?

While Dr. Nicklas R. Pfanzelter is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Prostate Cancer, Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), and Familial Prostate Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.

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Dr. Nicklas R. Pfanzelter accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-570-2112 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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