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UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Kidney Cancer Program
Address
5115 Centre AvePittsburgh, PA, 15232
Key Contacts
Dr. Leonard Appleman MD, PhD – Leader, GU Cancer Section
Zahra Kelly DO – Medical Oncologist
Dr. Roby Thomas – Medical Oncologist
Dr. Jodi Maranchie – Professor Urologic Oncology
Dr. Adam Olson – Radiation Oncologist
Volume
Metrics reflect this center’s demonstrated experience across key areas of kidney cancer care.
Kidney Cancer Surgery Volume
HighClear Cell Kidney Cancer Diagnosis Volume
HighNon–Clear Cell Kidney Cancer Diagnosis Volume
Very HighClinical Trial Participation Volume
MediumRadiation & Ablation Procedure Volume
MediumAbout these ratings
Volume and expertise levels are determined using standardized thresholds established by the Kidney Cancer Association and updated annually. Metrics are based on available data and may not reflect the full scope of a center’s capabilities or activity. These metrics are intended to help patients identify centers with demonstrated experience in kidney cancer care.
Types of Services Offered
Clinical Trials 
End of Life Services 
Genetic Counseling 
Infusion Center 
Integrative Oncology 
Molecular Testing 
Multidisciplinary Clinic 
Oncology Urgent Care Clinic 
Palliative & Supportive Care 
Patient Case Discussions / Tumor Boards 
Precision Medicine 
Survivorship Clinics 
Interventional Radiology 
Medical Oncology 
Pain Management 
Palliative Care 
Pathology 
Radiation Oncology 
Radiology 
Urologic Surgery Kidney Cancer Types & Expertise
Other Expertise
Familial RCC
Special Programs, Recognitions & Outcomes
Consortium Member
VHL Alliance Center
Research Programs
Clinical 
Multi-Institutional Collaboration 
Population-Based 
Research Lab 
Translational Multi-Institutional Collaborations
National Comprehensive Cancer Network
National Clinical Trials Network
ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group
Alliance for Clinical Trials Oncology
Big Ten Cancer Research Consortium
Children's Oncology Group
University of Pittsburgh
National Cancer Institute
Patient Resources & Support Services
Art Therapy 
Fertility Preservation Counseling 
Financial Navigators 
Interpreter Services 
Lodging / Long-Term Housing 
Lymphedema Therapy 
Music Therapy 
Nurse Navigators 
Nutrition Services / Dietician 
Occupational Therapy 
On-site Dispensing / Pharmacy 
Parking Assistance (valet or concierge) 
Pastoral / Spiritual Care 
Patient Navigators 
Peer Support Options 
Physical Therapy 
Psychiatrists / Psychologists 
Remote Monitoring Tools 
Social Workers / Counselors 
Transportation Service 
Wellness Center Insurance Carriers
Accepted
- Aetna
- Cigna
- UnitedHealthcare
- Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Capital Blue Cross
- Independence Blue Cross
- UPMC Health Plan
- Humana
- MultiPlan
- First Health
- Traditional Medicare
- Pennsylvania Medicaid
- UPMC for You
- TRICARE
- TRICARE for Life
- VA Community Care
- UPMC Health Plan Marketplace products
- Highmark Marketplace products
Insurance information is provided as a guide and may change. Participation can vary by plan, location, and individual coverage. Please contact the treatment center and your insurance provider directly to confirm that your specific insurance plan is currently accepted and to understand any applicable coverage requirements or costs.