Overview
Philosophy of care | I believe every patient deserves care personalized to their goals and wishes. My mission is to ensure you are treated as an individual. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to improve the health of my community. I grew up in Northeastern Pennsylvania and it is my great pleasure to be able to give back to the community that raised me. | Community involvement | I enjoy staying active within my community and in improving its health. | Personal interests | I like biking, violin and taking time for personal fitness.
Dr. Decker is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
Dr. Decker is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology , and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
772 East Broad Street, Hazleton, PA 18201
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. Robert V. Decker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert V. Decker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert V. Decker by calling their office at 570-501-1242. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Robert V. Decker a top-rated expert for Familial Pancreatic Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert V. Decker is classified as an Advanced expert for Familial Pancreatic 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. Robert V. Decker specialize in?
While Dr. Robert V. Decker is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, and Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Robert V. Decker participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Robert V. Decker has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Pancreatic Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Robert V. Decker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Robert V. Decker accept my insurance?
Dr. Robert V. Decker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Aspirus Arise Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 570-501-1242 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Decker isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Decker isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Experienced
- Childhood Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Decker isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Decker isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Decker isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Phlegmasia Cerulea DolensDr. Decker isExperienced. Learn about Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Decker isExperienced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.