25 of the Best Oncologists Near Me in laurel, MD

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MediFind found 135 specialists near laurel, MD

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    Expertise in
    53
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    53
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Maryland Oncology Hematology Columbia

    10710 Charter Dr, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    As an active participant in the medical community, Mohit Narang, M.D. has served as a primary investigator and research assistant on many trials. During Dr. Narang’s fellowship, he was honored with the invitation to attend the Masterclass in Clinical Oncology at Montecatini, Italy by the European School of Oncology. He holds professional memberships with the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Hematology, as well as the European Society of Medical Oncology. Learn more at marylandoncology.com. Dr. Narang is highly rated in 53 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Narang is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Narang is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Oncology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Oncology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Referral may be required

    Howard County Medical Pavilion

    10710 Charter Drive, Suite 200, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rebecca Stone is an associate professor in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics. Her area of clinical expertise is gynecologic cancers, including cervical, uterine, vulvar and ovarian cancer, as well as gestational trophoblastic disease. Dr. Stone is a highly skilled surgeon with expertise in laparoscopic and robotic surgery for gynecologic tumors. She also serves as director of the Gynecology Enhanced Recovery after Surgery initiative, an innovative, multidisciplinary program that improves recovery and healing time after major abdominal surgery, as well as minimizes health care costs for patients. Dr. Stone received her undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Virginia. She earned her medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine, where she subsequently completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Stone performed a four-year gynecologic oncology fellowship at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. She also earned a master’s degree in cancer biology from the University of Texas in 2010. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins, Dr. Stone was an assistant professor at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, where she was one of five gynecologic oncologists serving the entire state. Dr. Stone is internationally recognized for her research pertaining to early diagnosis and treatment of ovarian cancer. She is widely published in the field of gynecologic oncology, with first-author papers in the New England Journal of Medicine and Lancet Oncology, as well as over 40 co-authored manuscripts in peer-reviewed medical journals. She was honored with an award for one of the most influential papers published in the field of obstetrics and gynecology in 2012 and with an Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Grant for “Unplugging Ovarian Cancer from the Power of Platelets.” Dr. Stone strongly believes in a multidisciplinary team approach to gynecologic cancer care. She seeks to provide women with the most advanced and personalized treatment plans while best preserving quality of life. She enjoys working with community providers so that patients are comforted by receiving care close to home. Dr. Stone is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor, Ovarian Cancer, Oophorectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Stone is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Stone is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    79
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    79
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Maryland Silver Spring

    12210 Plum Orchard Drive, Suite 211, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kashif Ali is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Ali is highly rated in 79 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Iron Deficiency Anemia, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Ali is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, 2009, American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, 2005, and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology, 2009. Dr. Ali is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    67
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    67
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Maryland Silver Spring

    12210 Plum Orchard Drive, Suite 211, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Frederick Min is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Min is highly rated in 67 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Virilizing Ovarian Tumor, Agranulocytosis, and Chronic Familial Neutropenia. Dr. Min is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology, 2015. Dr. Min is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    46
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    46
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Maryland Silver Spring

    12210 Plum Orchard Drive, Suite 211, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Courtney Ackerman is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Ackerman is highly rated in 46 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Dr. Ackerman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology, 2015. Dr. Ackerman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    42
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    42
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Maryland Silver Spring

    12210 Plum Orchard Drive, Suite 211, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kashif Firozvi is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Firozvi is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Iron Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Firozvi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology, 2006. Dr. Firozvi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    35
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    35
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Greater Washington Oncology Associates

    6510 Kenilworth Avenue, Suite 2100, 
    Riverdale, MD 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hindi, Punjabi
    Accepting New Patients

    Gurdeep Chhabra is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Riverdale, Maryland. Dr. Chhabra is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Chhabra is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, 2018 and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology, 1997. Dr. Chhabra is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    33
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    33
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Maryland Glen Burnie

    305 Hospital Drive, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Yudhishtra Markan is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Markan is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Markan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and ABIM - Medical Oncology - Medical Oncology, 1995. Dr. Markan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Maryland Greenbelt

    7300 Hanover Drive, Suite 301, 
    Greenbelt, MD 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Tamil
    Accepting New Patients

    Chitra Venkatraman is an Oncologist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Greenbelt, Maryland. Dr. Venkatraman is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anemia, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Venkatraman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology, 1997 and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, 1996. Dr. Venkatraman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Maryland Glen Burnie

    305 Hospital Drive, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gayatri Nimmagadda is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Nimmagadda is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Nimmagadda is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, ABIM - Medical Oncology - Medical Oncology, 1995, and ABIM - Hematology - Hematology, 1994. Dr. Nimmagadda is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Maryland Greenbelt

    7501 Greenway Center Drive, Suite 500, 
    Greenbelt, MD 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sajeev Anand is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Greenbelt, Maryland. Dr. Anand is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Anand is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, 1987, American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, 1990, and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology, 1989. Dr. Anand is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Emily Meier is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Meier is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemolytic Anemia, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Meier is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Anchor Mental Health Association

    1001 Lawrence St NE, 
    Washington, DC 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Goedert is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Goedert is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Burkitt Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Colorectal Cancer, and Colonoscopy.

    Expertise in
    29
    conditions
    Expertise in
    29
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Maryland Oncology Hematology P.A.

    11886 Healing Way Ste 701, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vinni Juneja is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Juneja is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome. Dr. Juneja is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    25
    conditions
    Expertise in
    25
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Maryland Oncology Hematology P.A.

    11886 Healing Way Ste 701, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alida Espinoza is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Espinoza is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Adenocarcinoma. Dr. Espinoza is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Maryland Oncology Hematology P.A.

    11886 Healing Way Ste 701, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Barter is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Barter is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, and Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor. Dr. Barter is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Community Hematology Oncology

    18111 Prince Philip Dr, 
    Olney, MD 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Kreitman is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Olney, Maryland. Dr. Kreitman is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL), Leukemia, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Srivandana Akshintala is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Akshintala is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia, Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma, Neurofibromatosis, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), and Thyroidectomy.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Kaiser Permanente Largo Medical Center

    1221 Mercantile Ln, 
    Largo, MD 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Romanian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Bogdan Dumitriu is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Largo, Maryland. Dr. Dumitriu is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aplastic Anemia, Anemia, Sickle Cell Disease, and Leukemia. Dr. Dumitriu is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anne Angiolillo is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Angiolillo is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Leukemia, Agranulocytosis, and Burkitt Lymphoma.

    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Oncology And Hematology At The Tate Cancer Center Tate Cancer Center At University Of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center

    305 Hospital Drive Lower, Level, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Harvinder Singh is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Singh is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Plasmacytoma, Urothelial Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Singh is board certified in ABIM - Medical Oncology - Medical Oncology, 2000, American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, 1997, and ABIM - Hematology - Hematology, 2000. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

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

    University Of Maryland Silver Spring

    10750 Columbia Pike, Suite 501, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Patrick Cross is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Cross is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Schnitzler Syndrome, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), and Pulmonary Embolism. Dr. Cross is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology, 1995 and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, 1994. Dr. Cross is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Maryland Greenbelt

    7300 Hanover Drive, Suite 301, 
    Greenbelt, MD 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Xiaoyan Wang is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Greenbelt, Maryland. Dr. Wang is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Orotic Aciduria Type 1, Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens, and Pulmonary Embolism. Dr. Wang is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, 2011 and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology, 2011. Dr. Wang is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Wrnmmcb

    8901 Wisconsin Ave, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anne Warwick is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Warwick is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Wilms Tumor, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Leukemia, Nephrectomy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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

    Isabella C. Martire MD PA

    8343 Cherry Ln, 
    Laurel, MD 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Accepting New Patients

    Isabella Martire is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Laurel, Maryland. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), Breast Cancer, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Martire 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 laurel, MD?

    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 laurel, MD?

    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 laurel, MD?

    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 laurel, MD?

    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 laurel?

    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 laurel, MD?

    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 laurel, MD?

    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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