Our Physicians & Staff

Oncology is used to describe the complete care of the cancer patient including diagnosis, treatment, symptom, and pain management, and general medical consideration as well as the enhancement of quality of life and psychological well being.

The medical oncologists at Frankford Hospital Cancer Center have extensive expertise in all aspects of cancer care from early detection to treatment and recovery. The physicians are board-certified in internal medicine, medical oncology, and hematology, and are committed to providing compassionate, individualized cancer care.

Frankford Hospital Cancer Center uses a variety of approaches to fight cancer including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, immunotherapy, hormonal therapy, and experimental treatments. The Cancer Center is part of the Jefferson Health System and works in cooperation with Jefferson's Kimmel Cancer Center. Our medical oncologists work closely with the Radiation Therapy Department of Frankford Hospital staffed by radiation oncologists who are Jefferson University Faculty. A large number of clinical research studies are available including The Jefferson Oncology Group, The Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group and the National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project national trials.  

View biographies of our doctors here.

Our Staff

We understand that our patients need access to information, encouragement, and support provided by a team of individuals who share our commitment to quality cancer care.

For every patient at GPCHS, there's a team of people dedicated to providing care. That team extends beyond a patient's physician to those performing diagnostic procedures, administering treatment and meeting a range of other needs. Each person is a highly trained professional in his or her area of expertise. Each fully understands the demands of their job as well as the unique concerns and needs of cancer patients and their families.