22 Oncologists Found in Lakeside, CA

We found 22 Oncologists available in Lakeside, CA with an average 4 stars across 150 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 16 Oncologists listed are accepting new patients and 14 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Virginia Von Schaefer, MD

Oncology
Flexible scheduling
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
San Clemente, CA
"As I sit here in the VVS MD IV treatment room with 3 other patients, we are all sharing our stories." View Profile

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Dr. Virginia Von Schaefer, MD

Oncology
Flexible scheduling
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
San Clemente, CA
"As I sit here in the VVS MD IV treatment room with 3 other patients, we are all sharing our stories." View Profile

Dr. Kenneth Burton Johnson, MD

Oncology
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Is caring for my father's cancer and anemia, and treats him with dignity and respect when other doctors have dismissed my father because of his age. Not Dr. Johnson." View Profile

Dr. David James Bodkin, MD

Oncology
42 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.5 mi
"Dr. Bodkin is the Best, very caring ??" View Profile

Dr. Reema Rita Batra, MD

Oncology
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.5 mi
Dr. Reema Rita Batra, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in La Mesa, CA and La Mesa, CA. She has 25 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Kai Zu, MD

Oncology
36 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.5 mi
Dr. Kai Zu, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in La Mesa, CA and La Mesa, CA. He has 36 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Igor Medic, MD

Oncology
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.5 mi
Dr. Igor Medic, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with another office in La Mesa, CA. He has 21 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Mariela Noemi Macias, MD

Oncology
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Mariela Noemi Macias, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in Chula Vista, CA and Chula Vista, CA(and 7 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Edward Phu Huynh, MD

Oncology
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Edward Phu Huynh, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA(and 7 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Marilyn Sandra Norton, MD

Oncology
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Marilyn Sandra Norton, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in Chula Vista, CA and Chula Vista, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Kristen Noelle Rice, MD

Oncology
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA9.9 mi
"Dr. Rice has an excellent bedside manner. She shows concern and compassion and answers all the questions we have." View Profile

Dr. Barry Michael Uhl, MD

Radiation Oncology
31 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.5 mi
Dr. Barry Michael Uhl, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in La Mesa, CA and La Mesa, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Edward Kavalerchik

Internal Medicine
24 years exp
Santee, CA4.0 mi
Dr. Edward Kavalerchik is a health care provider primarily located in Santee, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and La Mesa, CA(and 13 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Diana Vesselinovitch Maslov

Oncology
8 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA8.4 mi
Dr. Diana Vesselinovitch Maslov is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with another office in San Diego, CA. She has 8 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. John R Wilkinson, MD

Oncology
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. John R Wilkinson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and La Mesa, CA. He has 44 years of experience. View Profile

Aaron James Stirling

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
Santee, CA3.2 mi
Aaron James Stirling is a health care provider primarily located in Santee, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and Santee, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Charles Richard Kossman, MD

Internal Medicine
San Diego, CA9.9 mi
Dr. Charles Richard Kossman, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. Their specialties include Oncology, Internal Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Juan Francisco Javier-Desloges, MD

Urology
11 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Juan Francisco Javier-Desloges, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in La Jolla, CA and La Jolla, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua

Addiction Medicine
67 years exp
Accepting New Patients
El Cajon, CA5.1 mi
Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua is a health care provider primarily located in El Cajon, CA, with other offices in COLUMBUS, OH and Greenville, NC(and 2052 other locations).

Dr. Michael Anthony Crucitt

Oncology
58 years exp
LA MESA, CA7.6 mi
"Excellent physician and knows a lot about cancer theraphy." View Profile

Dr. Eliana Lois Kozin, MD

Oncology
19 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Thank you for the visit today. You were very helpful. I take B12 only 3 days a week." View Profile

Dr. Sheila Ann Kalathil, MD

Oncology
11 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Sheila Ann Kalathil, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in Chula Vista, CA and Chula Vista, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Emanuel Kauder

Pediatrics
69 years exp
San Diego, CA9.3 mi
Dr. Emanuel Kauder is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 69 years of experience. His specialties include Oncology, Pediatrics. View Profile

What is an Oncologist and How Can They Help You?

An oncologist specializes in cancer diagnosis and treatment. These physicians coordinate all aspects of cancer management including treatment planning, therapy administration, and ongoing supportive care.

Oncologists complete medical school, a three-year internal medicine residency, and a two- to three-year oncology fellowship. Medical oncologists may focus on specific malignancy types or pursue combined hematology-oncology training.

An Oncologist's practice responsibilities include:

  • Specializes in neoplastic processes throughout the body
  • Conducts cancer evaluations, orders diagnostic and staging studies, establishes cancer stages, formulates treatment strategies
  • Manages breast malignancies, pulmonary cancers, colorectal tumors, hematologic malignancies, lymphoproliferative disorders, and various solid neoplasms
  • Utilizes cytotoxic therapy, immunologic agents, targeted molecular therapy, hormonal treatment, and coordination with surgical and radiation specialists
  • Alternative names: cancer specialist, medical oncologist, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for an Oncologist in Lakeside who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Oncologists in Lakeside who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Oncologists in Lakeside who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Oncologists providing telehealth services in Lakeside. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Oncologists in Lakeside?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Oncologists, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with an Oncologist in Lakeside?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Lakeside. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Oncologists in Lakeside have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Lakeside. This helps you find an Oncologist that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Oncologists in Lakeside without calling?
Search for Oncologists who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate an Oncologist in Lakeside with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Oncologists in Lakeside. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with an Oncologist in Lakeside?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Oncologist.
How can I locate an Oncologist in Lakeside who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Oncologists. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for an Oncologist in Lakeside who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Oncologists practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Oncologists who work there.

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