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Dr. Peter Pickens, MD

Medical Oncology* Age 71
Dr. Peter Pickens, MD
4.8 (70 Ratings)

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Dr. Peter Pickens, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA.
Dr. Peter Pickens, MD
4.8 (70 Ratings)
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Dr. Peter Pickens, MD

Medical Oncology* Age 71
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Peter Pickens, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA.

About

Dr. Peter Pickens, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA and has 46 years experience. They graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. They currently practice at Alliance Cancer Specialists and are affiliated with Grand View Health, Jefferson Abington Hospital and Holy Redeemer Hospital. At present, Dr. Pickens received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 70 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Pickens also speaks Spanish. Dr. Pickens is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Friendly Staff

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Compare Dr. Pickens with our nearby Medical Oncology Specialists at Jefferson Torresdale Hospital
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These providers are on the medical staff of Jefferson Torresdale Hospital.
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  • Blue Card PPO
  • Medicare
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
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  • Dental
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Locations

  1. 1 Abington Hematology/Oncology Associates
    9910 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19115
    Monday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Abington Hematology/Oncology Associates
    201 Gibraltar Rd Ste 120, Horsham, PA 19044
    Monday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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4.8
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Nov 29, 2023
He is compassionate and caring for his patients. He’s never in a hurry yet on time. He’s patient and has a great sense of humor. He is thorough and answers questions so his patients understand. He is also very supportive to his wand their families. He will surely be missed!
Beth Alden — Nov 29, 2023
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Biography
  • Dr. Peter Pickens, MD is a medical oncology specialist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 1978. He specializes in Medical Oncology and Hematology & Oncology.
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Languages Spoken
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Specialties*
Medical Oncology
Hematology & Oncology
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Education

Education

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  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    1978
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Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Peter Pickens, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Pickens' profile.

Dr. Peter Pickens, MD is affiliated with Grand View Health, Jefferson Abington Hospital and Holy Redeemer Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Peter Pickens, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Grand View Health

    700 Lawn Ave, Sellersville, PA

  • Jefferson Abington Hospital

    1200 Old York Rd, Abington, PA

  • Holy Redeemer Hospital

    1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook, PA