Expertise in
26
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Dr. Shakeeb A. Yunus

Hematology | Oncology
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
330 Brookline Ave, 
Boston, MA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
26
conditions
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
330 Brookline Ave, 
Boston, MA 

Overview

Shakeeb Yunus is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts.

Dr. Yunus is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), Schnitzler Syndrome, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), and Paget Disease of the Breast.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles and participating in 9 clinical trials. Dr. Yunus is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Hematology
Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MA

Hospital Affiliations

Winchester Hospital
Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington
Northeast Hospital Corporation
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Anna Jaques Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
BMC HealthNet
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Tufts
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
330 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215
Other Locations
Beverly Hospital
85 Herrick St, Beverly, MA 01915

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.

9 Clinical Trials

Adjuvant Nivolumab in Resected Lung Cancers (ANVIL)-A Randomized Phase III Study of Nivolumab After Surgical Resection and Adjuvant Chemotherapy in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancers
Adjuvant Nivolumab in Resected Lung Cancers (ANVIL)-A Randomized Phase III Study of Nivolumab After Surgical Resection and Adjuvant Chemotherapy in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancers
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: August 28, 2026
Intervention Type: Procedure, Biological, Other
Study Drug: Nivolumab
Study Phase: Phase 3
Adjuvant Lung Cancer Enrichment Marker Identification and Sequencing Trial (ALCHEMIST)
Adjuvant Lung Cancer Enrichment Marker Identification and Sequencing Trial (ALCHEMIST)
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: August 28, 2026
Intervention Type: Other, Procedure, Biological, Drug
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Randomized Study of Erlotinib Vs Observation in Patients With Completely Resected Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) Mutant Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
Randomized Study of Erlotinib Vs Observation in Patients With Completely Resected Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) Mutant Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: July 02, 2026
Intervention Type: Other, Drug
Study Drug: Erlotinib Hydrochloride
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Randomized Phase III Trial for Surgically Resected Early Stage Non-small Cell Lung Cancer: Crizotinib Versus Observation for Patients With Tumors Harboring the Anaplastic Lymphoma Kinase (ALK) Fusion Protein
A Randomized Phase III Trial for Surgically Resected Early Stage Non-small Cell Lung Cancer: Crizotinib Versus Observation for Patients With Tumors Harboring the Anaplastic Lymphoma Kinase (ALK) Fusion Protein
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: December 19, 2025
Intervention Type: Other, Drug
Study Drug: Crizotinib
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study of an Oral, Selective Peripheral Opioid Receptor Antagonist in Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study of an Oral, Selective Peripheral Opioid Receptor Antagonist in Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: July 17, 2025
Intervention Type: Other, Drug
Study Drug: Naloxegol
Study Phase: Phase 2
Randomized Phase II Clinical Trial of Cisplatin/Carboplatin and Etoposide (CE) Alone or in Combination With Nivolumab as Frontline Therapy for Extensive Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer (ED-SCLC)
Randomized Phase II Clinical Trial of Cisplatin/Carboplatin and Etoposide (CE) Alone or in Combination With Nivolumab as Frontline Therapy for Extensive Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer (ED-SCLC)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 03, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug, Biological
Study Drugs: Carboplatin, Cisplatin, Etoposide, Nivolumab
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Biomarker-Driven Master Protocol for Previously Treated Squamous Cell Lung Cancer (Lung-Map)
A Biomarker-Driven Master Protocol for Previously Treated Squamous Cell Lung Cancer (Lung-Map)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 01, 2023
Intervention Type: Biological, Drug, Other
Blood Sample Collection to Evaluate Biomarkers in Subjects With Untreated Solid Tumors
Blood Sample Collection to Evaluate Biomarkers in Subjects With Untreated Solid Tumors
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: September 01, 2022
Intervention Type: Other
A Phase II Study of Talazoparib (BMN 673) in Patients With Homologous Recombination Repair Deficiency Positive Stage IV Squamous Cell Lung Cancer (Lung-Map Sub-Study)
A Phase II Study of Talazoparib (BMN 673) in Patients With Homologous Recombination Repair Deficiency Positive Stage IV Squamous Cell Lung Cancer (Lung-Map Sub-Study)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 23, 2021
Intervention Type: Other, Drug
Study Drug: Talazoparib
Study Phase: Phase 2
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8 Total Publications

Outcomes of COVID-19 in Patients With a History of Cancer and Comorbid Cardiovascular Disease.
Outcomes of COVID-19 in Patients With a History of Cancer and Comorbid Cardiovascular Disease.
Journal: Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network : JNCCN
Published: July 01, 2020
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Is Dr. Shakeeb A. Yunus a top-rated expert for Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shakeeb A. Yunus is classified as an Distinguished expert for Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), 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. Shakeeb A. Yunus specialize in?

While Dr. Shakeeb A. Yunus is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), Schnitzler Syndrome, and Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.

Does Dr. Shakeeb A. Yunus participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Shakeeb A. Yunus has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL). You can view a list of Dr. Shakeeb A. Yunus's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Shakeeb A. Yunus accept my insurance?

Dr. Shakeeb A. Yunus accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 617-667-2345 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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