2.9
49 Ratings with 5 written Reviews
Summary
A nationally renowned expert with more than 50 years of experience treating hematologic malignancies, Jacob D. Bitran, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.P., is a clinical professor of hematology and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation at City of Hope® Cancer Center Chicago.In his practice, Dr. Bitran helps diagnose and treat a wide range of blood cancers, including high-grade lymphoma, high-risk leukemias and myeloma. His goal is to offer curative therapy wherever possible and, if a cure is not possible, to serve patients with compassion and expertise, with the goal of extending their quality of life and their time with their families. His goals are to grow City of Hope Chicago’s stem cell transplant program and to explore leading-edge therapies for conditions such as multiple sclerosis.As a researcher and scholar, Dr. Bitran has published hundreds of papers, abstracts and book chapters that explore innovative new approaches to hematology-oncology, among many other topics. He has received …numerous awards for his work as a physician, educator and clinician, including frequent inclusion on the “Best Doctors in America” list, and is a member of multiple professional associations, including the American Society of Hematology, the International Society of Experimental Hematology, and the American Society of Bone Marrow and Blood Transplantation, and as a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine.Before taking on his current role at City of Hope, Dr. Bitran led a number of transformative blood cancer and stem cell transplant programs in the Chicagoland area, including those at the University of Chicago and Lutheran General Hospital, where he was also president of the medical staff. Dr. Bitran earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his internship and residency at Michael Reese Hospital, followed by another residency in pathology at Rush Medical Center and a fellowship in hematology-oncology at the University of Chicago.
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- accepting new patients
- 55 years of experience
- speaks English
- Michael Reese Hospital
- 5 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 25 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr Jacob D. Bitran has 2 locationsCity of Hope Cancer Center Chicago
2520 Elisha AveZion, IL 60099 Tel: (877) 524-4673
Mon5:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue5:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed5:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu5:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri5:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun6:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Jacob D. Bitran
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Medical Specialties
Dr Jacob D. Bitran has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr Jacob D. Bitran has the following 25 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
55 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Internal Medicine
Internal medicine
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Michael Reese Hospital
Michael Reese Hospital & Rush-Presbyterian St. Luke's
Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center
Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology
Medical School
University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago IlGraduated in 1971
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