How many oncologists are in the U.S.?

There were more than 1.6 million new cancer cases in the U.S. in 2020. And while cancer treatments continue to advance, the healthcare providers that treat patients with cancer play a vital role in their path to remission.

What is an oncologist?

An oncologist is a physician who specializes in studying, diagnosing, and treating tumors and cancers. Oncologists work at some of the leading cancer centers, academic medical centers, and physician groups across the country.

What are the different types of oncologists?

Oncology doctors tracked in PhysicianView may have oncology listed as their primary specialty, or they may fall under radiology or surgery specialties as radiation oncologists and surgical oncologists.

Medical oncology specialties

• Gynecological oncology specializes in the female reproductive system including cervical and ovarian cancer
• Hematology/oncology specializes in blood disorders and cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma
• Medical oncology specializes in treating cancer with medication including chemotherapy
• Pediatric hematology/oncology specializes in blood disorders and cancers in children, teens, and young adults
• Radiation oncology specializes in the treatment of cancer using radiation therapy
• Surgical oncology specializes in cancer treatment through surgical procedures

How many oncologists are in the U.S.?

As of August 2023, the PhysicianView product tracks 19,017 oncologists in the U.S. as well as 5,826 radiation oncologists and 1,398 surgical oncologists for a total of 26,241 oncologists.