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Rajiv Panikkar, MD, is the chair of the Geisinger Cancer Institute.|Dr. Panikkar was raised in Bloomsburg, Pa. He received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University Hospital, where he served as chief medical resident. His hematology/oncology fellowship was at Temple University Hospital/Fox Chase Cancer Center. He is board certified in hematology and oncology, and he practices as a medical oncologist.|Dr. Panikkar came to Geisinger in 2008 as a medical oncologist at Geisinger Medical Center. As chair of the Geisinger Cancer Institute, he currently leads 11 hematology/oncology, 6 radiation oncology and 4 palliative medicine sites across Pennsylvania. He is the principal investigator for Geisinger’s National Cancer Institute Community Research Program, a collaborative network designed to conduct oncology clinical trials and generate new knowledge through cancer care delivery research.|“The Geisinger Cancer Institute has an amazing opportunity to provide compassionate, patient-focused care close to home. We are expanding clinical trial opportunities and providing new medications and new technology to our communities. Our commitment to a team approach allows us to bring highly trained physicians together who are focused on the patient. Working at Geisinger is special — it has given me the opportunity to care for families I grew up with. I am excited about the growth of comprehensive services for the patients in our region."".
Dr. Panikkar is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Arterial Embolism, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles and participating in 18 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
1000 East Mountain Boulevard, Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
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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Select Specialty Hospital-Danville
Manjari Pandey is an Oncologist in Danville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pandey is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Gliosarcoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, Glioblastoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center At UPMC Williamsport Divine Providence
Abdalla Sholi, MD, specializes in hematology oncology and medical oncology and is board-certified in medical oncology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC Williamsport, UPMC Wellsboro and UPMC Cole. Dr. Sholi completed his residencies in primary care and internal medicine at Scranton-Temple Residency Program and medical degree at the University of Jordan. Dr. Sholi is highly rated in 56 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rajiv P. Panikkar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rajiv P. Panikkar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Rajiv P. Panikkar by calling their office at 800-275-6401. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Rajiv P. Panikkar a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rajiv P. Panikkar 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. Rajiv P. Panikkar specialize in?
While Dr. Rajiv P. Panikkar is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Arterial Embolism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Rajiv P. Panikkar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Rajiv P. Panikkar has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Rajiv P. Panikkar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Rajiv P. Panikkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Rajiv P. Panikkar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Panikkar isDistinguished. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Lung CancerDr. Panikkar isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Panikkar isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
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- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Panikkar isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Panikkar isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Panikkar isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Panikkar isAdvanced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Experienced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary GlandsDr. Panikkar isExperienced. Learn about Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands.
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Panikkar isExperienced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Adrenal CancerDr. Panikkar isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Cancer.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Panikkar isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Panikkar isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Panikkar isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.