43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. George, Medical Oncologist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Christopher George is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. George completed his residency at Letterman Army Med Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Letterman Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. George is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. George’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. George’s office at (352) 787-9448.
Where did Dr. George go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Letterman Army Med Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Letterman Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl
Is Dr. George board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher George is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. George speak?
Dr. George and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. George typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. George diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. George. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. George typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher George may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. George's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. George accept my insurance?
Dr. George accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 787-9448 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. George accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. George in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Florida
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. George's office located?
Florida Cancer Specialists Pl
3402 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Tampa, FL 33607
(352) 787-9448
What is Dr. George's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. George's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881646156.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. George?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. George
What is Dr. Christopher George's specialty?
Dr. George is a Medical Oncologist near Tampa, FL.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Christopher George affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. George is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Morton Plant Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher George accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Christopher George is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher George offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. George's office at (352) 787-9448 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher George?
Please contact Dr. George's office at (352) 787-9448 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher George have?
Dr. Christopher George is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. George
Florida Cancer Specialists Pl
3402 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Tampa, FL 33607