25 of the Best Oncologists Near Me in Gig Harbor, WA

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MediFind found 58 specialists near Gig Harbor, WA

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58 providers found
    Expertise in
    88
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    88
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Northwest Medical Specialties - Tacoma

    1624 South I Street, Suite 105, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Francis Senecal is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Senecal is highly rated in 88 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Senecal is board certified in Hematology, Internal Medicine, and Medical Oncology. Dr. Senecal is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    73
    conditions
    Expertise in
    73
    conditions

    Northwest Medical Specialties - Tacoma

    1624 South I Street, Suite 105, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jorge Chaves is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Chaves is highly rated in 73 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Dehydration, and Lynch Syndrome. Dr. Chaves is board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. Dr. Chaves is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    54
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    54
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology

    Franciscan Oncology At St. Joseph

    1617 South J Street, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    "Joseph Rosales, MD, has been a physician for over 20 years and a hematologist-oncologist in Western Washington since 2011 -- in Seattle, Federal Way and Tacoma. He is experienced in general hematology and oncology, with specialties in breast and thoracic oncology. Dr. Rosales considers himself a guide in his patients’ therapeutic journey. He meets his patients wherever they are - physically and emotionally - and strives to provide them the knowledge and perspective required to navigate difficult decisions in their care. His treatment philosophy has been consistent: to make sure that the patient remains in as much control of their care as possible while getting the best care possible.Dr. Rosales also maintains activity within the community, including involvement in oncologic education and advocacy. He received the2022 Binaytara Foundation for Excellence in Cancer Care ""Rising Star in Health Equity"" awardfor his demonstration of excellent leadership in improving cancer care in underprivileged communities.Multidisciplinary Lung Cancer Treatment during Covid-19 Video". Dr. Rosales is highly rated in 54 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Rosales is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty In Hematology And Medical Oncology. Dr. Rosales is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    41
    conditions
    Expertise in
    41
    conditions

    Franciscan Oncology At St. Joseph

    1617 South J Street, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lavanya Sundararajan, MD, is a hematologist and oncologist with a special interest in oncological tumors and benign blood disorders. She loves the challenge that these different diseases pose and staying current with all the treatment options.The nature and complexities of the many kinds of cancer, the cutting-edge research and constantly evolving treatment options, and, most importantly, the chance to make a difference that is life-changing and long-standing for patients is the reason she chose to become an oncologist. The deep bond that the oncologist shares with his or her patients and their families is a very moving and rewarding experience for Dr. Sundararajan.Dr. Sundararajan has a curious, affectionate and adventurous 10-year-old son that is the center of her universe. To stay grounded and to continue to appreciate the beauty of life, she enjoys cooking, traveling, exercising, and travel and food writing in her time outside of the clinic. Dr. Sundararajan is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Dehydration, Agranulocytosis, and Chronic Familial Neutropenia. Dr. Sundararajan is board certified in Medical Oncology, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sundararajan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    40
    conditions
    Oncology | Urology
    Expertise in
    40
    conditions
    Oncology | Urology

    Franciscan Urology Associates At St. Joseph

    1608 S J Street, 4th Floor, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jaspreet Parihar, MD, is a board-certified urologist with fellowship training in da Vinci robotic and minimally invasive surgeries in urologic oncology. His scope of work includes urologic cancers (with special interest and expertise in kidney/ bladder/prostate cancer) and benign conditions such as BPH and kidney stones. He strives to provide holistic, compassionate care and to treat his patients as he would his family.Dr. Parihar is a member of the American Urological Association, American College of Surgeons Professional Association and American Medical Association.Away from work, Dr. Parihar enjoys hiking and tennis. Dr. Parihar is highly rated in 40 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cystinuria, Hydronephrosis, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Prostatectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Parihar is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Parihar is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    33
    conditions
    Oncology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    33
    conditions
    Oncology | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Franciscan Gynecologic Oncology Associates At St. Joseph

    1708 S Yakima Ave, Suite 203, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bahman Saffari, MD, PhD, is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and fellowship trained in gynecologic oncology. Dr. Saffari is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for his patients by providing nurturing, compassionate care using the most effective, innovative surgical and medical treatments possible.Dr. Saffari is a diplomat of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, an affiliate investigator for the Gynecologic Oncology Group and a member of the Pierce County Medical Society. Dr. Saffari is fluent in Farsi and can speak medical Spanish.In his spare time, Dr. Saffari enjoys outdoor activities such as biking, hiking and kayaking. Dr. Saffari is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Cancer, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Oophorectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Saffari is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, Subspecialty In Gynecologic Oncology. Dr. Saffari is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    Hematology
    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    Hematology

    Office

    4545 Point Fosdick Dr Ste 215, 
    Gig Harbor, WA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Keech is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Keech is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL), Lung Cancer, Hemochromatosis, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology

    Franciscan Oncology At St. Anthony

    11511 Canterwood Blvd NW, Suite 315, 
    Gig Harbor, WA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Amanda Sun, MD, PhD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained hematologist-oncologist. She manages blood conditions and provides treatment for cancer.Dr. Sun serves on the Board of Directors of the Washington State Medical Oncology Society. She is a member of the American Society of Hematology and American Society of Clinical Oncology. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Virilizing Ovarian Tumor. Dr. Sun is board certified in Medical Oncology, American Board Of Internal Medicine and Hematology, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sun is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    35
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    35
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    Multicare Cancer Institute-Tacoma General Hospital

    1003 S 5th St # 4, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nehal Masood is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Masood is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Angiosarcoma.

    Expertise in
    33
    conditions
    Orthopedics
    Expertise in
    33
    conditions
    Orthopedics

    MultiCare Health System

    1003 S 5th St, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Chen is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Chen is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Thrombocythemia, Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN), Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, and Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML).

    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions

    MultiCare Health System

    1003 S 5th St, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Umesh Chitaley is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Chitaley is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Expertise in
    23
    conditions

    Multicare Cancer Institute-Tacoma General Hospital

    1003 S 5th St Fl Fourth, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Horenkamp is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Horenkamp is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Systemic Mastocytosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    Multicare Cancer Institute-Tacoma General Hospital

    1003 S 5th St # 4, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Slim is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Slim is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), and Thrombocytopenia.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions

    Northwest Medical Specialties

    1624 S I St Ste 204, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Moacyr Oliveira is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Oliveira is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Angiosarcoma.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions

    Multicare Cancer Institute-Tacoma General Hospital

    1003 S 5th St # 4, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Wafic Massry is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Massry is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions

    MultiCare Cancer Institute - Gig Harbor

    4545 Point Fosdick Dr Ste 215, 
    Gig Harbor, WA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carolyn Wild is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Wild is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and Familial Prostate Cancer.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions

    Tacoma Medical Center

    209 Martin Luther King Jr Way, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Meyering is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Meyering is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Iron Deficiency Anemia.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Franciscan Gynecologic Oncology Associates At St. Joseph

    1708 S Yakima Ave, Suite 203, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jennifer Wolf, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist who specializes in gynecologic oncology. She performs minimally invasive surgery (robotic, laparoscopic), as well as complex open surgery.Taking a patient-centered, evidence-based approach, Dr. Wolf gives patients information about their disease and treatment options so they can make the best decisions for their lives. She recognizes that not every patient fits the same treatment mold, and she wants every patient to feel comfortable expressing their questions and needs.Dr. Wolf is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, Society of Gynecologic Oncology, and American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. In 2021 she was awarded the University of Cincinnati Residency Gynecologic Oncology Award.Away from work, Dr. Wolf enjoys hiking, traveling and spending time with her family.Conditions and procedures:Cervical cancerComplex pelvic surgeryEndometrial cancerEndometriosisGestational trophoblastic neoplasiaMinimally invasive surgery (robotic, laparoscopic)Ovarian cancerUterine fibroidsVulvar/vaginal cancer. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cervicitis, Endometrial Polyps, Endometritis, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. Wolf is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Wolf is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions

    Salish Cancer Center

    3700 Pacific Highway East, Suite 100, 
    Fife, WA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stanlee Lu is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fife, Washington. Dr. Lu is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Pancreatic Cancer. Dr. Lu is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Lu is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology

    Franciscan Oncology Associates At St. Anne

    16233 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 110, 
    Burien, WA 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Manoj Agarwal, MD, is a board-certified medical oncologist. He works in partnership with patients to fight their cancer. The primary interest and focus of Dr. Agarwal’s professional activities has been the treatment and clinical research of lung cancer. As an active participant of the medical research community, he was involved with South West Oncology Group (SWOG) and other national cooperative groups. He has served as a primary investigator and research assistant on many trials over the past eight years. Now, he brings that experience and expertise to the community setting at St. Anne Cancer Center.Dr. Agarwal is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), American Society of Hematology (ASH), American College of Physician Executives (ACPE) and International Association for Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC).Away from work, Dr. Agarwal enjoys traveling, with a goal to visit 150 countries in his lifetime. Dr. Agarwal is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Thrombocythemia, Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, Schnitzler Syndrome, and Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS). Dr. Agarwal is board certified in Medical Oncology, American Board Of Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Agarwal is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions

    Franciscan Oncology Associates At St. Anne

    16233 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 110, 
    Burien, WA 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bibek Singh Pannu, MD, specializes in hematology and oncology. Dr. Pannu treats a variety of cancers, including lung, colon, breast, prostate and pancreatic cancer, as well as leukemia and lymphoma. He also treats anemia, and bleeding and clotting disorders. He holds research interests in immuno-oncology, lung cancer and GI malignancies, and pulmonary embolism.Dr. Pannu puts his patients first and approaches patient care with an open mind. He assists each patient to fully understand his or her treatment options, putting them at the center of their own care and empowering them to make their own informed treatment decisions.Away from work, Dr. Pannu enjoys hiking, biking, camping and kayaking. Dr. Pannu is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Pulmonary Embolism. Dr. Pannu is board certified in Hematology & Oncology, American Board Of Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pannu is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology

    Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Federal Way

    33501 1st Way S., 
    Federal Way, WA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Emily Stevens, MD, is a board-certified general hematologist and oncologist with a focus on benign hematology, hematologic malignancies and breast cancer. She has a special interest in cellular therapies, immune-oncology and precision oncology. Dr. Stevens has been active in oncology and cancer research since 1998.Dr. Stevens takes a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach to cancer care, with an emphasis on individualized care that considers the whole person. She strives to meet patients where they are, to support their goals and to make care decisions together. Dr. Stevens enjoys the human connection she fosters with her patients and their support systems.Away from work, Dr. Stevens enjoys gardening, cooking and  dog training. Dr. Stevens is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dehydration, Myelofibrosis, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Stevens is board certified in Internal Medicine And Hematology, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Stevens is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Multicare Cancer Institute-Gig Harbor

    4545 Point Fosdick Dr Ste 215, 
    Gig Harbor, WA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hannah Christensen is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Gig Harbor, Washington. Her clinical expertise encompasses ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Multicare Cancer Institute-Gig Harbor

    4545 Point Fosdick Dr Ste 215, 
    Gig Harbor, WA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Denise Mitchell is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Gig Harbor, Washington. Her clinical expertise encompasses ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

    Expertise in
    37
    conditions
    Expertise in
    37
    conditions

    Franciscan Urology Associates - Port Orchard

    450 S Kitsap Blvd Ste 210, 
    Port Orchard, WA 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samay Jain is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Port Orchard, Washington. Dr. Jain is highly rated in 37 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Obstructive Uropathy, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Jain 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 Gig Harbor, WA?

    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 Gig Harbor, WA?

    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 Gig Harbor, WA?

    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 Gig Harbor, WA?

    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 Gig Harbor?

    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 Gig Harbor, WA?

    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 Gig Harbor, WA?

    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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