Summary

Dr. Alan Cantor is an oncologist with 33 years of experience treating cancer patients. He earned his medical degree and PhD from Washington University School of Medicine, building a strong foundation in both clinical practice and research. Dr. Cantor completed his residency training at St. Louis Children's Hospital, followed by specialized fellowship training in pediatric hematology and oncology at Boston Children's Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Cantor practices at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and maintains hospital privileges at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. He focuses on treating blood disorders including iron deficiency anemia, sickle cell disease, and managing sickle cell crises. His expertise includes performing diagnostic blood tests such as complete blood counts, reticulocyte counts, and iron level testing to help diagnose and monitor his patients' conditions. Patients rate him 3.0 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 33 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Boston Children's Hospital/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Location

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215

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33 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Boston , MABoston , MABoston , MABoston , MA
Med School: Washington University School of Medicine Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alan B. Cantor

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Options
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care - HMO
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care - HMO-POS
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care - POS
  • Health New England
  • HealthPartners
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Alan B. Cantor has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Alan B. Cantor has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Bone Marrow and Lymphatic Tissue Cancer (Hematologic Neoplasm)
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Hodgkin Disease
  • Leukemia
  • Metastatic Breast Cancer
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders
  • Recurrence

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology in 1998.

Residency

Completed their residency at St. Louis Children's Hospital in 1996 and Children's Hospital St. Louis, St. Louis, MO in 1994.

Medical School

Graduated from Washington University School of Medicine in 1993.

NPI Number

Alan B. Cantor's NPI number is 1164481511.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Alan Cantor's office located?
Alan Cantor's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.
Does Alan Cantor accept my insurance?
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What languages does Alan Cantor speak?
Alan Cantor speaks English.
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