Biliary Tract Cancer near Roanoke, VA

Biography: Birgit Arb, MD, is a board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist with LewisGale Physicians serving patients in Pulaski, Virginia, and the surrounding community. Dr. Arb received her undergraduate degree in chemistry from Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and her medical degree from Pennsylvania State University School of Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Arb completed her residency in internal medicine at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, followed by her fellowship in medical oncology at the Bowman Gray School of Medicine-CCCWFU in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.Dr. Arb is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine and medical oncology and holds a certification from the Cancer Therapy Evaluation Program. She is an active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and North Carolina Oncology Association. Additionally, she has served as a board member and president for the North Carolina Oncology Association. She most recently has received a patient nominated Guardian Angel award and subsequent pinning for excellence in patient care. She has over 25 years of experience delivering comprehensive, patient-focused hematology and oncology care. Dr. Arb offers a variety of services including diagnostic bone marrow biopsies and aspirations, chemotherapy treatment planning and implementation, supportive care for infusion therapies, blood tests, radiation therapy, and immunotherapy. She believes in delivering compassionate care to each patient and works collaboratively with patients to develop the best plan of care.Outside of the practice, Dr. Arb enjoys attending Virginia Tech athletic events, being part of the Literacy Volunteers of the New River Valley, biking, hiking, and spending time with family.

Biography: Dr. Suzan Merten, MD is an Oncology Specialist who practices in Roanoke, VA. She is 64 years old and has been practicing for 37 years. Dr. Suzan Merten, MD is affiliated with Lewisgale Hospital Alleghany.

Biography: Dominique Dempah, MD, is a general surgeon in Salem, Virginia, specializing in the minimally-invasive treatment of benign and malignant gastrointestinal disorders. Dr. Dempah received his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis, Indiana, and completed his surgical residency at Saint John Hospital, in Detroit, Michigan. He did a surgical fellowship at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he trained in advanced gastrointestinal surgery including advanced laparoscopy, endoscopy, and hepatobiliary surgery. Most recently, Dr. Dempah gained advanced training at the Institut Mutualiste Montsouris in Paris, France. Prior to coming to Virginia, Dr. Dempah practiced as a general surgeon in Hazard, Kentucky. Dr. Dempah is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery. He has special interests in foregut surgery, pancreatic disease, and minimally-invasive, endoscopic, and robotic surgeries. He is fluent in French and in 1999 was the Ivory Coast Judo Junior National Champion. In his spare time, Dr. Dempah enjoys soccer, outdoor activities, and world cuisine.

Biography: Dr. Mark Kochenderfer, MD is an Oncology Specialist who practices in Roanoke, VA. He is 52 years old and has been practicing for 26 years. Dr. Mark Kochenderfer, MD is affiliated with Lewisgale Hospital Alleghany.

Biography: Dr. David Buck, MD is a Radiation Oncology Specialist who practices in Roanoke, VA. He is 51 years old. Dr. David Buck, MD is affiliated with Lewisgale Hospital Pulaski.

Biography: This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Jolene Henshaw, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon in Blacksburg, Virginia. Dr. Henshaw earned her medical degree from the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ. She completed her residency in general surgery at Southern Illinois University in Springfield, IL. Dr. Henshaw is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Henshaw is a member of the American College of Surgeons. Procedures Dr. Henshaw performs include hernia repair, gallbladder, and breast surgery including biopsies and lumpectomy.

Biography: Eric C. Steen, DO, is a board-certified General Surgeon in Salem, Virginia. Dr. Steen earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He also completed his internship and residency at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Steen in board-certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery.

Biography: Dr. Daniel Temeles, MD is an Oncology Specialist who practices in Roanoke, VA. He is 68 years old and has been practicing for 41 years. Dr. Daniel Temeles, MD is affiliated with Lewisgale Medical Center.

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Biography: Dr. Padmaja Mallidi, MD is a Hematology Specialist who practices in Roanoke, VA. She is 54 years old. Dr. Padmaja Mallidi, MD is affiliated with Lewisgale Hospital Alleghany.

Biography: Dr. Amanda Gillespie-Twardy, MD is a Hematology Specialist who practices in Roanoke, VA. She is 45 years old. Dr. Amanda Gillespie-Twardy, MD is affiliated with Lewisgale Hospital Alleghany.

Biography: Dr. Matthew Skelton, MD is a Hematology Specialist who practices in Roanoke, VA. He is 57 years old. Dr. Matthew Skelton, MD is affiliated with Lewisgale Hospital Alleghany and Lewisgale Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Paul Richards, MD is a Hematology Specialist who practices in Roanoke, VA. He is 72 years old and has been practicing for 46 years. Dr. Paul Richards, MD is affiliated with Lewisgale Hospital Alleghany.

Biography: This physician is accepting telehealth visits.