Dr. John C. Leighton, MD

Dr. John C. Leighton, MD

Oncologist
541.5 mi · 5501 Old York Rd, Cancer Ctr, Braemer Heart Bldg, 1st Fl, Philadelphia, PA 19141

At a glance

Accepts 10 insurances
Aetna Better Health, AmeriHealth Caritas, BlueCross BlueShield, Community Behavioral Health, UnitedHealthcare Oxford, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Temple University, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Einstein Medical Oncology and Hematology
2 office locations
Speaks English

Office locations

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Einstein Healthcare Network
533.8 mi · 5501 Old York Rd, Cancer Ctr, Braemer Heart Bldg, 1st Fl, Philadelphia, PA, 19141
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Einstein Healthcare Network
541.5 mi · 9880 Bustleton Ave, Ste 332, Philadelphia, PA, 19115

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In-network insurances

BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Prostate cancer
Low platelet count
Prostate cancer
Low platelet count

More about Dr. John C. Leighton, MD

Dr. Leighton is a graduate of the Einstein Internal Medicine Residency Program. He completed his fellowship in hematology-oncology at Temple University Hospital-Fox Chase Cancer Center and returned to Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia in 1995 to join the full-time faculty. Dr. Leighton serves as principal investigator for Gastrointestinal Malignancy clinical trials performed at the Einstein Cancer Center. He is the recipient of the 1999 Chief Residents' Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching and a 1999 Faculty Council Teaching Award.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - Temple University, Doctor of Medicine
Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia (Internship)
Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, Residency in Internal Medicine
Temple University Hospital, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Fellowship in Hematology and Oncology

Practice

Einstein Medical Oncology and Hematology

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine
Hematology (Internal Medicine)
Medical Oncology (Internal Medicine)

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Top Doc, 2018, Philadelphia Magazine

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1861461162
Frequently asked questions

What practice does Dr. John C. Leighton work with?

Dr. John C. Leighton works with Einstein Medical Oncology and Hematology.

Where is Dr. John C. Leighton's office located?

Dr. John C. Leighton has 2 office locations in Philadelphia, view full addresses on Dr. Leighton's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. John C. Leighton have?

Dr. John C. Leighton is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine, Hematology (Internal Medicine), and Medical Oncology (Internal Medicine).

What languages does Dr. John C. Leighton speak?

Dr. John C. Leighton speaks English.

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