Summary

Dr. Muhammad Popalzai is a hematologist and oncologist who specializes in treating blood disorders and cancer. He earned his medical degree from Nishtar Medical College and has been practicing medicine for 22 years. Dr. Popalzai is fluent in both English and Urdu.

Dr. Popalzai is affiliated with Memorial Hospital of Carbondale and practices at the SIH Cancer Institute in Carterville, Illinois. His expertise includes caring for patients with bone cancer and managing diabetes. He performs advanced imaging procedures such as PET scans and PET-CT scans to help diagnose and monitor treatment progress. Patients consistently rate Dr. Popalzai highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 22 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Urdu
  • Nishtar Medical College
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

SIH Cancer Institute

1400 Pin Oak DrCarterville, IL 62918
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Muhammad Popalzai, MDSuven Shankar, MDAlberto Cuartas, MDDr. Heather Dawn Riggs, MD
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3.2 
22 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Urdu Speaks English, Hindi, Kannada Speaks English Speaks English
Carterville , ILCarterville , ILMarion , ILDayton , OH
Med School: Nishtar Medical College Med School: University De Caldas, Fac De Med, Manizales, Colombia Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Muhammad Popalzai

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Muhammad Popalzai has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Muhammad Popalzai has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hematology/oncology
  • Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Muhammad Popalzai holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Nishtar Medical College in 2004.

NPI Number

Muhammad Popalzai's NPI number is 1003051871.

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Where is Muhammad Popalzai's office located?
Muhammad Popalzai's office is located at 1400 Pin Oak Dr, Carterville, IL, 62918.
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What languages does Muhammad Popalzai speak?
Muhammad Popalzai speaks English and Urdu.
Does Muhammad Popalzai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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