25 of the Best Oncologists Near Me in Fairway, KS

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MediFind found 215 specialists near Fairway, KS

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    Expertise in
    50
    conditions
    Expertise in
    50
    conditions

    Richard And Annette Bloch Cancer Care Pavilion

    2650 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Westwood, KS 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marc Hoffmann is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Westwood, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Hoffmann is highly rated in 50 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Hoffmann is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology - 2015. Dr. Hoffmann is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    46
    conditions
    Expertise in
    46
    conditions

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anurag Singh is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Fairway, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Singh is highly rated in 46 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Singh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology - 2013. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    42
    conditions
    Expertise in
    42
    conditions

    Medical Pavilion

    2000 Olathe Boulevard, 
    Kansas City, KS 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Holzbeierlein is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 32 years. Dr. Holzbeierlein is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Cystectomy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Holzbeierlein is board certified in American Board Of Urology, Urology - 2004. Dr. Holzbeierlein is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    40
    conditions
    Expertise in
    40
    conditions

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Marathi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sunil Abhyankar is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Fairway, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 42 years. Dr. Abhyankar is highly rated in 40 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Abhyankar is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology - 1992 and American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatrics - 1990. Dr. Abhyankar is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    32
    conditions
    Expertise in
    32
    conditions

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Somali, Swahili, Turkish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Leyla Shune is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Fairway, Kansas. She has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Shune is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Multiple Myeloma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Shune is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology - 2015. Dr. Shune is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Expertise in
    31
    conditions

    The University Of Kansas Hospital

    4000 Cambridge Street, 
    Kansas City, KS 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eugene Lee is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 21 years. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Cystectomy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Urology, Urology - 2015. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    Expertise in
    24
    conditions

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gary Doolittle is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fairway, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 42 years. Dr. Doolittle is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, and Bone Tumor. Dr. Doolittle is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 1987. Dr. Doolittle is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions

    Richard And Annette Bloch Cancer Care Pavilion

    2650 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Westwood, KS 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrea Jewell is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Westwood, Kansas. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Jewell is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Jewell is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology - 2019 and American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, Obstetrics And Gynecology - 2015. Dr. Jewell is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tara Lin is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fairway, Kansas. She has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Lin is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Lin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology - 2005. Dr. Lin is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    Richard And Annette Bloch Cancer Care Pavilion

    2650 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Westwood, KS 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Qamar Khan is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Westwood, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 40 years. Dr. Khan is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer in Men, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Khan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology - 2005. Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Medical Genetics
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Medical Genetics

    Richard And Annette Bloch Cancer Care Pavilion

    2650 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Westwood, KS 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Weitzel is a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Westwood, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 38 years. Dr. Weitzel is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Li-Fraumeni Syndrome, Breast Cancer in Men, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy. Dr. Weitzel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology - 1989 and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 1986. Dr. Weitzel is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions

    Saint Luke's Cancer Specialists-Plaza

    4401 Wornall Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Goldlust is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Goldlust is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    Office

    4350 Shawnee Mission Pkwy, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Takefumi Komiya is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fairway, Kansas. Dr. Komiya is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

    Expertise in
    39
    conditions
    Expertise in
    39
    conditions

    The University Of Kansas Hospital

    4000 Cambridge Street, 
    Kansas City, KS 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Powers is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Powers is highly rated in 39 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, Synovial Sarcoma, Angiosarcoma of the Scalp, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Powers is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology - 2014. Dr. Powers is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    33
    conditions
    Expertise in
    33
    conditions

    Medical Pavilion

    2000 Olathe Boulevard, 
    Kansas City, KS 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Moben Mirza is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Mirza is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Clear Cell Sarcoma, Wilms Tumor, Familial Wilms Tumor 2, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Mirza is board certified in American Board Of Urology, Urology - 2012. Dr. Mirza is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    32
    conditions
    Expertise in
    32
    conditions

    Richard And Annette Bloch Cancer Care Pavilion

    2650 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Westwood, KS 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Mcguirk is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Westwood, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 36 years. Dr. Mcguirk is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Mcguirk is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology - 1997. Dr. Mcguirk is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    32
    conditions
    Expertise in
    32
    conditions

    Medical Pavilion

    2000 Olathe Boulevard, 
    Kansas City, KS 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Duchene is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Duchene is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Duchene is board certified in American Board Of Urology, Urology - 2008. Dr. Duchene is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Expertise in
    31
    conditions

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Nepali
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Prakash Neupane is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Fairway, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 35 years. Dr. Neupane is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). Dr. Neupane is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology - 2001. Dr. Neupane is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    30
    conditions
    Hematology
    Expertise in
    30
    conditions
    Hematology

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anup Kasi is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Fairway, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Kasi is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, and Familial Pancreatic Cancer. Dr. Kasi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology - 2015. Dr. Kasi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions

    Medical Pavilion

    2000 Olathe Boulevard, 
    Kansas City, KS 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hadley Wyre is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Wyre is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Retroperitoneal Fibrosis, Obstructive Uropathy, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Wyre is board certified in American Board Of Urology, Urology - 2016. Dr. Wyre is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    26
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Neurosurgery
    Expertise in
    26
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Neurosurgery

    Medical Pavilion

    2000 Olathe Boulevard, 
    Kansas City, KS 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Turkish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tolga Tuncer is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 32 years. Dr. Tuncer is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, Oligodendroglioma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Tuncer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology - 2013 , United Council For Neurologic Subspecialties, Neuro-Oncology - 2011 , and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 2008. Dr. Tuncer is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    Expertise in
    20
    conditions

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Saqib Abbasi is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fairway, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 11 years. Dr. Abbasi is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT), Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Ependymoma, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Abbasi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology - 2021 and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 2018. Dr. Abbasi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    67
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    67
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    AdventHealth Medical Group Hematology Oncology At Shawnee Mission

    9100 W 74th St, 
    Merriam, KS 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jacob Smeltzer is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Merriam, Kansas. Dr. Smeltzer is highly rated in 67 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Colorectal Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.

    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Marathi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rahul Parikh is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fairway, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Dr. Parikh is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, Clear Cell Sarcoma, and Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). Dr. Parikh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology - 2012. Dr. Parikh is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Weijing Sun is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fairway, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Sun is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Sun is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology - 2001. Dr. Sun is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is an oncologist?         

    An oncologist is a doctor who treats cancer. There are different types of oncologists who focus on specific kinds of treatments. Here are some examples: 

    • Medical oncologists use medications like chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies to fight cancer. 
    • Surgical oncologists perform operations to remove cancerous tumors or tissue. 
    • Radiation oncologists use high-energy radiation to destroy cancer cells. 
    • Pediatric oncologists focus on treating children and teens with cancer. 
    • Geriatric oncologists work with people with cancer who are 65 and older. 
    • Gynecologic oncologists treat cancers in reproductive organs for individuals assigned female at birth. 
    • Hematologist-oncologists treat cancers of the blood, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. 

    Why am I being referred to an oncologist?     

    You may be referred to an oncologist if your primary care doctor suspects you have cancer or another serious condition that requires specialized treatment. Oncologists are experts in diagnosing and treating cancer, but they also manage other conditions like blood disorders or abnormal cell growths that aren’t cancerous. For example, some people are referred to a hematologist-oncologist for issues with blood cells.  

    What tests are performed by an oncologist? 

    Oncologists use a variety of tests to help diagnose cancer and other serious conditions. These tests help them understand what stage the cancer is in or if the cancer has spread. Common tests include: 

    • Blood tests to check for abnormal cells, proteins, or other markers that might suggest cancer. 
    • Biopsies, where a small tissue sample is taken from a suspected area to check for cancer cells. 
    • Imaging tests like CT scans, MRIs, X-rays, and PET scans, which help oncologists get a detailed picture of what’s happening inside the body.

    What treatments are available to me?   

    The type of treatment you receive depends on the kind of cancer, its stage, and your overall health. Treatment usually begins soon after diagnosis, depending on how quickly care needs to start. Your oncologist will guide you through the different treatment options and help you decide on the best approach. 

    Some common treatments include: 

    The type of treatment you receive depends on the kind of cancer, its stage, and your overall health. Treatment usually begins soon after diagnosis, depending on how quickly care needs to start. Your oncologist will guide you through the different treatment options and help you decide on the best approach. 

    Some common treatments include: 

    • Chemotherapy, which uses drugs to kill cancer cells. 
    • Radiation therapy, which uses high-energy rays to target and destroy cancer cells. 
    • Surgery, where tumors or cancerous tissue are physically removed from the body. 
    • Immunotherapy, which helps boost your immune system to fight cancer. 
    • Targeted therapy, which attacks specific changes in cancer cells that help them grow. 

    When should I see an Oncologist near Fairway, KS?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Oncologist near Fairway, KS?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Oncologists near Fairway, KS?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Oncologists near Fairway, KS?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Oncologist in Fairway?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Oncologist search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Oncologist?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Oncologist near Fairway, KS?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Oncologist?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Oncologist may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Oncologists near Fairway, KS?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Oncologist search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Oncologist that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Oncologist search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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