Summary

Dr. William Edwards is an oncologist and internal medicine physician with nearly five decades of medical experience. They earned their medical degree from the University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine and completed residency training at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. With 48 years of practice, Dr. Edwards brings extensive knowledge to cancer care and comprehensive internal medicine. They are fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Edwards practices at the Swedish American Regional Cancer Center in Rockford, Illinois, and maintains an affiliation with UW Health Heart Hospital. They specialize in treating various forms of back pain, including back pain during pregnancy and back pain affecting children and teenagers. Patients consistently rate Dr. Edwards highly for their care, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 48 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Swedish American Regional Cancer Center

3535 N Bell School RdRockford, IL 61114
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Accepts New Patients
4.7 
2.3 
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48 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Rockford , ILRockford , ILRockford , ILRockford , IL
Med School: University Of Iowa Roy J And Lucille A Carver College Of Medicine Med School: Seth G S Medical College Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine Med School: King Edward Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Robert Edwards

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

Medical Specialties

Dr. William Robert Edwards has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William Robert Edwards has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Adult T-Cell Leukemia-Lymphoma
  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Internal Medicine
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Iowa Roy J And Lucille A Carver College Of Medicine in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Edwards' NPI number is 1437140258.

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Dr. William Edwards is affiliated with Uw Health Heart Hospital.
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Dr. William Edwards's office is located at 3535 N Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL, 61114.
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