Summary

Dr. Dana Cardin is a hematology and oncology specialist with 29 years of experience caring for patients with blood disorders and cancer. She earned her MD degree and completed her medical training at Barry University in Florida. Dr. Cardin holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She provides care in English for her patients.

Dr. Cardin practices at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and sees patients at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville, Tennessee. She specializes in treating lung cancer, including metastatic cases, and helps patients manage cancer-related pain. Her expertise includes performing comprehensive metabolic panels and managing insulin delivery systems for patients who require diabetes care alongside their cancer treatment. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 29 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
  • 13 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center

2220 Pierce AveNashville, TN 37232

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HematologyPathologyInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
3.9 
29 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Nashville , TNNashville , TNNashville , TNSaint Louis , MO
Med School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dana Backlund Cardin

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - ACA
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Humana
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dana Backlund Cardin has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dana Backlund Cardin has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Interventional Oncology
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dana Backlund Cardin is board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL in 1997.

NPI Number

Dana Backlund Cardin's NPI number is 1487701280.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dana Cardin affiliated with?
Dana Cardin is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Does Dana Cardin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dana Cardin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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