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4 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Board-certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery and medical acupuncture, Dr. Ray has decades of experience in caring for patients with cancer, specializing in oncology surgery and reconstruction of the breast, head and neck, skin, and soft tissue. He helped develop the Breast Cancer Center at City of Hope® Chicago and served as medical director for 17 years. Dr. Ray is committed to efforts that combine evidence-based conventional cancer treatment with supportive and integrative therapies that prioritize physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual well-being. For over 40 years, Dr. Ray has taught in university, community and private-practice settings on integrative approaches in caring for patients with cancer, including medical acupuncture, mindfulness meditation, logotherapy (meaning-centered therapy), journaling, medical hypnosis, rituals and applications of a person’s spiritual and belief systems to facilitate healing. He has a special interest in assisting patients and …families with the challenging decisions associated with all aspects of cancer, treatment options, progression, and end of life issues. In Dr. Ray’s current role as medical director of Supportive and Integrative Oncology, he leads a multidisciplinary team at City of Hope Chicago, which aims to maximize the quality of life for patients and families throughout their cancer journey. The team encompasses psychiatry, behavioral health, pastoral care, naturopathic support, nutritional support, physical and occupational therapy, sexual wellness and intimacy support, medical social work, acupuncture, chiropractic, Reiki, massage therapy, mindfulness meditation, art therapy and yoga. The team’s mission is to support patients via a combination of in-person appointments, patient/family appointments, telemedicine, and digital and printed resources while collaborating closely with patients’ oncologists, treatment teams and home primary physicians.
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- accepting new patients
- 55 years of experience
- 7 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Roswell Park Cancer Institute
- 3 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| 55 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience | 55 Years of Experience | 52 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Polish, English, Greek | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English |
| Zion , IL | Niles , IL | Highland Park , IL | HOFFMAN ESTATES , IL |
| Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry | Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences | Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Stephen P. Ray
Medical Specialties
Dr. Stephen P. Ray has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Stephen P. Ray has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
55 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Medical School
University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & DentistryGraduated in 1971
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- Dr. Stephen Ray is affiliated with City Of Hope Chicago Cancer Hospital.
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- Dr. Stephen Ray's office is located at 2520 Elisha Ave, Zion, IL, 60099.
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