25 of the Best Oncologists Near Me in Wyoming, MI

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MediFind found 54 specialists near Wyoming, MI

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    Expertise in
    73
    conditions
    Hematology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    73
    conditions
    Hematology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Latha Polavaram is a Hematologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 27 years. Dr. Polavaram is highly rated in 73 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Polavaram is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Polavaram is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    60
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    60
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brett Brinker is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Brinker is highly rated in 60 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses B-Cell Lymphoma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Brinker is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Brinker is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    49
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    49
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Colin Hardin is a Hematologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Dr. Hardin is highly rated in 49 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, Anemia, Multiple Myeloma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Hardin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hardin is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    42
    conditions
    Oncology | Otolaryngology
    Expertise in
    42
    conditions
    Oncology | Otolaryngology

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jared Knol is an Otolaryngologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Knol is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Prostate Cancer, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Laryngeal Cancer, and Rhabdoid Tumor Predisposition Syndrome. Dr. Knol is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Knol is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    34
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    34
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Sochacki is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 12 years. Dr. Sochacki is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Sochacki is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sochacki is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology Oncology | Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology Oncology | Gastroenterology

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sreenivasa Chandana is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Chandana is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Chandana is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chandana is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Otolaryngology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Otolaryngology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers - Cherry Street

    250 Cherry Street Southeast, Suite 2200, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    45+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Gribbin is an Otolaryngologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 45 years. Dr. Gribbin is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Gliosarcoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Gribbin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gribbin is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    30
    conditions
    Expertise in
    30
    conditions

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eric Santos is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 33 years. Dr. Santos is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Colorectal Cancer, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Santos is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Santos is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    30
    conditions
    Surgical Oncology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    30
    conditions
    Surgical Oncology | Oncology

    Corewell Health Gynecologic Oncology - Lemmen-Holton

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 4100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mae Zakhour is a Surgical Oncologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Zakhour is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ovarian Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Oophorectomy. Dr. Zakhour is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology and American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology.

    Expertise in
    28
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    28
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    Corewell Health Medical Oncology Program - Lemmen-Holton

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 5200, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Dublis is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Dublis is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Angiosarcoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Dublis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Dublis is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Oncology | Urology
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Oncology | Urology

    Urologic Consultants PC - Michigan Street

    25 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3300, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Phillip Wise is an Oncologist and a Urologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Wise is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Boils, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Peyronie Disease, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Wise is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Wise is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Surgical Oncology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Surgical Oncology | Oncology

    Corewell Health Gynecologic Oncology - Lemmen-Holton

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 4100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Hummel is a Surgical Oncologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Hummel is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lump in the Abdomen, Cervical Cancer, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Oophorectomy, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy. Dr. Hummel is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology and American Osteopathic Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Dr. Hummel is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Surgical Oncology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Surgical Oncology | Oncology

    Corewell Health Gynecologic Oncology - Lemmen-Holton

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 4100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Leigh Seamon is a Surgical Oncologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Seamon is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Splenectomy, and Oophorectomy. Dr. Seamon is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology and American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Seamon is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Amy Woude is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 37 years. Dr. Woude is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Neuroendocrine Tumor, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Woude is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Woude is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    22
    conditions
    Expertise in
    22
    conditions

    Cancer & Hematology Centers Of Western Michigan

    145 Michigan St NE Ste 3100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yuanbin Chen is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Chen is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Expertise in
    47
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology | Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    47
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology | Hematology Oncology

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers

    710 Kenmoor Avenue Southeast, Suite 200, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Erin Pettijohn is a Hematologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Dr. Pettijohn is highly rated in 47 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Pettijohn is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pettijohn is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    46
    conditions
    Otolaryngology | Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    46
    conditions
    Otolaryngology | Hematology | Oncology

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers - Foremost Drive Ste 200

    5800 Foremost Drive Southeast, Suite 200, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Fabricius is an Otolaryngologist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Fabricius is highly rated in 46 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Fabricius is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fabricius is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    38
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    38
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers - Foremost Drive Ste 200

    5800 Foremost Drive Southeast, Suite 200, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Frances Wong is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Wong is highly rated in 38 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Wong is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wong is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    26
    conditions
    Expertise in
    26
    conditions

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers - Foremost Drive Ste 100

    5800 Foremost Drive Southeast, Suite 100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Manish Sharma is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Sharma is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Liver Cancer, and Pancreatic Cancer. Dr. Sharma is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sharma is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    22
    conditions
    Oncology | Urology
    Expertise in
    22
    conditions
    Oncology | Urology

    Corewell Health Urology - Wealthy

    1900 Wealthy Street Southeast, Suite 100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Brede is an Oncologist and a Urologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Brede is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Brede is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Brede is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers - Foremost Drive Ste 100

    5800 Foremost Drive Southeast, Suite 100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nehal Lakhani is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Lakhani is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Endometrial Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Lakhani is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lakhani is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Oncology | Urology
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Oncology | Urology

    Corewell Health Urology - Wealthy

    1900 Wealthy Street Southeast, Suite 100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Conrad Tobert is an Oncologist and a Urologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 12 years. Dr. Tobert is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Bladder Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Tobert is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Tobert is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology | Transplant Surgery
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology | Transplant Surgery

    Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Adult Blood And Marrow Transplant Outpatient Clinic - Lemmen-Holton

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 5200, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sami Brake is an Oncologist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Brake is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Brake is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Brake is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Oncology | Otolaryngology
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Oncology | Otolaryngology

    The Cancer & Hematology Centers

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Haritha Reddy is an Otolaryngologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 12 years. Dr. Reddy is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. Dr. Reddy is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Reddy is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Adult Blood And Marrow Transplant Outpatient Clinic - Lemmen-Holton

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 5200, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Prashant Nageshwar is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Dr. Nageshwar is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Hepatic Venoocclusive Disease with Immunodeficiency, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Nageshwar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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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 Wyoming, MI?

    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 Wyoming, MI?

    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 Wyoming, MI?

    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 Wyoming, MI?

    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 Wyoming?

    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 Wyoming, MI?

    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 Wyoming, MI?

    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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