Summary

Dr. Waqas Azhar is a board-certified oncologist who brings 15 years of experience treating cancer patients. He earned his medical degree from King Edward Medical University and completed his residency at Bronx VA Medical Center. His extensive background in oncology allows him to provide comprehensive cancer care with a focus on both treatment and patient support. Dr. Azhar is fluent in English and Hindi.

Dr. Azhar practices with Bronxcare Health System and sees patients in Springfield, Illinois. He specializes in treating breast cancer, including advanced metastatic cases, and helps patients manage treatment-related side effects like nausea and vomiting. His expertise includes administering infusion therapy and intravenous chemotherapy to deliver targeted cancer treatments. Dr. Azhar's experience spans various chemotherapy protocols designed to fight cancer effectively.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 15 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Hindi
  • Bronx Va Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

SIU Medicine Pediatrics

400 N 9th StSpringfield, IL 62702

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Springfield , ILFort Wayne , INSpringfield , ILSan Jose , CA
Med School: King Edward Medical University Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of Lublin
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Waqas Azhar

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Health Alliance
  • Healthlink
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Waqas Azhar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Waqas Azhar has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hematology/oncology
  • Hospitalist

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Bronx Va Medical Center

Medical School

King Edward Medical UniversityGraduated in 2011

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Waqas Azhar affiliated with?
Dr. Waqas Azhar is affiliated with Bronxcare Health System.
Is Dr. Waqas Azhar accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Waqas Azhar accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Waqas Azhar's office located?
Dr. Waqas Azhar's office is located at 400 N 9th St, Springfield, IL, 62702.
Does Dr. Waqas Azhar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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