25 of the Best Oncologists Near Me in ayer, MA

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MediFind found 27 specialists near ayer, MA

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    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
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    Lowell General Hospital Neurology – Main Campus

    295 Varnum Ave, 
    Lowell, MA 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Soma Sengupta is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Lowell, Massachusetts. Dr. Sengupta is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Brain Tumor, Glioma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, and Astrocytoma. Dr. Sengupta is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital - Fitchburg Campus

    275 Nichols Road, 
    Fitchburg, MA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kriti Mittal is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Dr. Mittal is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), and Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer. Dr. Mittal is board certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology , and Internal Medicine . Dr. Mittal is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Oncology
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Oncology
    Referral may be required

    UMass Memorial Health - Marlborough Campus

    157 Union Street, 
    Marlborough, MA 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Czech
    Accepting New Patients

    Jan Cerny is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Dr. Cerny is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), Multiple Myeloma, Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Cerny is board certified in Medical Oncology. Dr. Cerny is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    UMass Memorial Health - Marlborough Campus

    157 Union Street, 
    Marlborough, MA 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Gillis-Smith is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Dr. Gillis-Smith is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Gillis-Smith is board certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology-Oncology , and Internal Medicine .

    Expertise in
    28
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    28
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Lowell General Hospital

    295 Varnum Ave, 
    Lowell, MA 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Douglas Tisdale is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Lowell, Massachusetts. Dr. Tisdale is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer.

    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    St Joseph Hospital Of Nashua NH

    172 Kinsley St, 
    Nashua, NH 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary Voltz is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Nashua, New Hampshire. Dr. Voltz is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Breast Cancer.

    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Nashua Oncology & Hematology

    10 Prospect St Ste 202, 
    Nashua, NH 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nancy Chun is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Nashua, New Hampshire. Dr. Chun is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS).

    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Lowell General Hospital

    295 Varnum Ave, 
    Lowell, MA 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kimberly Brennan is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Lowell, Massachusetts. Dr. Brennan is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Healthalliance-Clinton Hospital-Fitchburg Campus

    275 Nichols Rd, 
    Fitchburg, MA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sowmya Korapati is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Korapati is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Korapati is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    St Joseph Hospital Of Nashua NH

    172 Kinsley St, 
    Nashua, NH 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Umit Tapan is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Nashua, New Hampshire. Dr. Tapan is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Tapan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Lowell General Hospital Cancer Center

    295 Varnum Ave, 
    Lowell, MA 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah Paraghamian is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Lowell, Massachusetts. Dr. Paraghamian is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor, and Cervical Cancer. Dr. Paraghamian is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Healthalliance-Clinton Hospital-Fitchburg Campus

    275 Nichols Rd, 
    Fitchburg, MA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Madhavi Toke is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Dr. Toke is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Toke is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Coordinated Primary Care Inc.

    275 Nichols Rd, 
    Fitchburg, MA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Janaki Moni is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Dr. Moni is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Moni is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Behavioral Medicine Associates

    275 Nichols Rd, 
    Fitchburg, MA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Shepro is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Dr. Shepro is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), and Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    UMass Memorial-Marlborough Hospital

    157 Union St, 
    Marlborough, MA 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neil Kluger is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Dr. Kluger is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Polycythemia Vera, Schnitzler Syndrome, and Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS).

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital - Fitchburg Campus

    275 Nichols Road, 
    Fitchburg, MA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shrinkhala Khanna is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Dr. Khanna is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Adenocarcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Dr. Khanna is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Khanna is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital - Fitchburg Campus

    275 Nichols Road, 
    Fitchburg, MA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alice Caffrey is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Caffrey is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Caffrey is board certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology , and Internal Medicine . Dr. Caffrey is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Healthalliance-Clinton Hospital-Fitchburg Campus

    275 Nichols Rd, 
    Fitchburg, MA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Winokur is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Winokur is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Stomach Cancer, and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes. Dr. Winokur is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Healthalliance-Clinton Hospital-Fitchburg Campus

    275 Nichols Rd, 
    Fitchburg, MA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Laurie Pearson is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Dr. Pearson is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Pearson is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Russell B. Butler MD PC

    131 Old Road To 9 Acre Cor, 
    Concord, MA 
     (13.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Julie Fu is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Concord, Massachusetts. Dr. Fu is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Polycythemia Vera, Paget Disease of the Breast, Thrombocytopenia, and Anemia. Dr. Fu is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    0
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    Referral may be required

    HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital - Fitchburg Campus

    275 Nichols Road, 
    Fitchburg, MA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ryan Holstead is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. His clinical expertise encompasses Malabsorption, Melanoma, Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Holstead is board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. Dr. Holstead is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
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    0
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    Referral may be required

    Mass General Cancer Center At Emerson Hospital

    131 Old Road To 9 Acre Cor, 
    Concord, MA 
     (13.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Rainone is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Concord, Massachusetts. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Breast Cancer, and Reticulohistiocytoma. Dr. Rainone is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    0
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    UMass Memorial-Marlborough Hospital

    157 Union St, 
    Marlborough, MA 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michele Proos is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Polycythemia Vera, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Expertise in
    0
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    Expertise in
    0
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    Referral may be required

    Healthalliance-Clinton Hospital-Fitchburg Campus

    275 Nichols Rd, 
    Fitchburg, MA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ryann Quinn is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Quinn is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Referral may be required
    275 Nichols Rd, 
    Fitchburg, MA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Abdul Memon is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Fitchburg, Massachusetts.

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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 ayer, MA?

    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 ayer, MA?

    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 ayer, MA?

    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 ayer, MA?

    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 ayer?

    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 ayer, MA?

    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 ayer, MA?

    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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