25 of the Best Oncologists Near Me in Teaneck, NJ

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25 of the Best Oncologists Near Me in Teaneck, NJ

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MediFind found 1343 specialists near Teaneck, NJ

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    Larisa Geskin
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Larisa Geskin is an Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Geskin is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), T-Cell Lymphoma, Mycosis Fungoides, and Sezary Syndrome.

    Expertise in
    41
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    41
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology

    HMH - John Theurer Cancer Center - Hackensack

    92 2nd Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tatyana Feldman is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Feldman is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Expertise in
    37
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    37
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology

    HMH - John Theurer Cancer Center - Hackensack

    92 2nd Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jamie Koprivnikar is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Koprivnikar is highly rated in 37 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions

    CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion

    180 Fort Washington Ave Ste 512, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pamela Freda is an Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Freda is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Acromegaly, Hypertrichosis-Acromegaloid Facial Appearance Syndrome, Acromegaloid Facial Appearance Syndrome, and Pituitary Tumor.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology

    HMH - John Theurer Cancer Center - Hackensack

    92 2nd Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Vesole is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Vesole is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology

    HMH - John Theurer Cancer Center - Hackensack

    92 2nd Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Noa Biran is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Biran is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Plasmacytoma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology

    HMH - John Theurer Cancer Center - Hackensack

    92 2nd Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Siegel is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Siegel is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Plasmacytoma, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology

    HMH - John Theurer Cancer Center - Hackensack

    92 2nd Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Harsh Parmar is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Parmar is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    June Y. Hou
    Expertise in
    25
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    25
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology | Oncology

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    June Y. Hou, MD is an Associate Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology at the Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Hou received her undergraduate degree at Yale College with Honors, and completed medical school at Georgetown University School of Medicine. After completing her residency training at Yale New Haven Hospital, she pursued a gynecologic oncology fellowship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center. She is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Gynecologic Oncology, and also has a Master Degree of Business Administration from Columbia Business School.She joins the faculty at Columbia University Medical Center with a research interest in promoting equity and diversity in clinical trials, and quality of life measures in clinical trial participants. Her clinical interest encompasses expanding awareness of heredity gynecological cancers and access to care, along with clinical outreach. A past recipient of a career development grant focusing on molecular pathogenesis of ovarian cancer and rare uterine cancers, Dr. Hou has given numerous nationally-recognized presentations based on her work, and has led numerous clinical trials. Clinically, Dr. Hou is certified in minimally invasive surgery, including robotic-assisted surgery. Her expertise includes novel and traditional chemotherapeutics and complex pelvic surgeries. Her goal is to provide compassionate and individualized care to all women with pre-malignant or gynecological cancers. Dr. Hou is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor, Hysterectomy, and Oophorectomy.

    Marina Konopleva
    Expertise in
    25
    conditions
    Expertise in
    25
    conditions

    Montefiore Medical Center

    111 East 210th Street, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marina Konopleva, MD, Phd, is Professor, Oncology, Professor, Molecular Pharmacology, Director, Leukemia Program and Co-Director, Blood Cancer Institute, at Montefiore Einstein. Her clinic focus centers on treating patients with hematologic malignancies, with an emphasis on acute myeloid and acute lymphoblastic leukemia. She has additional expertise in treating patients with high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome and chronic myeloid leukemia. Dr. Konopleva is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Nicole Lamanna
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicole Lamanna, MD, is an Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine in the Hematologic Malignancies Section of the Hematology/Oncology Division. Dr. Lamanna is a hematologist/oncologist whose research interests include lymphoid leukemias, specifically chronic lymphocytic leukemia. She is an experienced clinical investigator and her research focus has been the development of combination therapies that include chemoimmunotherapy, immunomodulatory drugs, novel kinase inhibitors and monoclonal antibodies. She also is working to find active, safer therapies for older patients with these diseases. She earned her medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed her fellowship in Hematology-Oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Lamanna is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

    Rajshekhar Chakraborty
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rajshekhar Chakraborty, MD is an assistant professor of medicine at Columbia University Irving Medical Center in the division of hematology/oncology. After receiving his medical degree from University of Delhi, India, he completed his residency in internal medicine at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai-Queens Hospital Center. Subsequently, he spent three years as a clinical researcher in plasma cell disorders at the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, followed by fellowship in hematology/oncology at the Cleveland Clinic.During fellowship, he conducted outcomes research with a focus on quality of life and treatment-related toxicities in plasma cell disorders. After fellowship, he started his job as Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Multiple Myeloma and Amyloidosis Program at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.Dr. Chakraborty cares primarily for patients with plasma cells disorders, including multiple myeloma, amyloidosis, MGUS, POEMS syndrome, and Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinemia. His research interests include clinical trials and outcomes research in plasma cell disorders. Dr. Chakraborty is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Primary Amyloidosis, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Colonoscopy.

    Eun-ju Lee
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Eun-Ju Lee is part of the Weill Cornell Hematology and Medical Oncology Non-Malignant Hematology Program. She sees patients with non-malignant hematological diseases and her research efforts focus on the field of immune thrombocytopenia as well as in potential applications of whole exome sequencing in thrombophilia. After receiving her BA from Johns Hopkins University, Dr. Lee received her MD from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons. After completing her residency at the New York-Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia Medical Center, she underwent a three-year fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at Yale-New Haven Hospital. Dr. Lee was a Doris Duke Clinical Research Fellow, and was awarded an NIH NIDDK student research training grant. Her publications include first authored articles in Blood Reviews and Clinical Lymphoma Myeloma and Leukemia. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Thrombocytopenia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, and Splenectomy.

    David M. Loeb
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    The Children's Hospital At Montefiore

    3415 Bainbridge Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Loeb, MD, PhD, is Chief, Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and Cellular Therapy at Children’s Hospital at Montefiore and Professor, Pediatrics and Professor, Developmental and Molecular Biology at Montefiore Einstein. His clinical work focuses on tumors of connective tissue, such as bone and muscle. He also has expertise in the care of children with other solid tumors. As a member of the bone marrow transplantation team, Dr. Loeb also cares for patients with acute leukemias and has expertise in the application of immunotherapy to childhood cancer. Dr. Loeb is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ewing Sarcoma, Osteosarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, and Bone Tumor.

    Expertise in
    42
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    42
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jason Wright is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in New York, New York. Dr. Wright is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Hysterectomy, and Oophorectomy. Dr. Wright is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    37
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    37
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology

    HMH - John Theurer Cancer Center - Hackensack

    92 2nd Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michele Donato is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Donato is highly rated in 37 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Colonoscopy.

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

    HMH - John Theurer Cancer Center - Hackensack

    92 2nd Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andre Goy is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Goy is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Expertise in
    29
    conditions
    Expertise in
    29
    conditions

    HMH - John Theurer Cancer Center - Hackensack

    92 2nd Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tracy Proverbs is an Oncologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Proverbs is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Expertise in
    26
    conditions
    Expertise in
    26
    conditions

    HMH - John Theurer Cancer Center - Hackensack

    92 2nd Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Pecora is an Oncologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Pecora is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Epithelioid Sarcoma, Melanoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Expertise in
    25
    conditions
    Expertise in
    25
    conditions

    HMH - John Theurer Cancer Center - Hackensack

    92 2nd Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harry Harper is an Oncologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Harper is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Gastrostomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Expertise in
    25
    conditions
    Expertise in
    25
    conditions

    HMH - John Theurer Cancer Center - Hackensack

    92 2nd Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donna Mcnamara is an Oncologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Mcnamara is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma.

    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology | Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology | Hematology Oncology

    HMH - John Theurer Cancer Center - Hackensack

    92 2nd Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelly Fitzpatrick is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Fitzpatrick is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Primary Mediastinal B-Cell Lymphoma (PMBCL), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Hereditary Resistance to Anti-Vitamin K, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Expertise in
    22
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    22
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    530 East 74th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Geyer is a Hematologist Oncology provider in New York, New York. Dr. Geyer is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Leukemia, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    Expertise in
    20
    conditions

    Office

    20 Prospect Ave Ste 400, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stuart Goldberg is a Hematologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Goldberg is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), Multiple Myeloma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions

    Regional Cancer Care Associates

    92 2nd St Ste 301, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stefan Faderl is an Oncologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Faderl is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Leukemia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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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 Teaneck, NJ?

    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 Teaneck, NJ?

    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 Teaneck, NJ?

    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 Teaneck, NJ?

    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 Teaneck?

    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 Teaneck, NJ?

    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 Teaneck, NJ?

    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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