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Derrick Spell, MD, Oncology, Baton Rouge, LA

Derrick Wayne Spell MD FACP

Breast Cancer


Partner at Louisiana Hematology Oncology Associates

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  • Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center4950 Essen Lane Suite 500Baton Rouge, LA 70809

  • Phone+1 225-214-6751

  • Fax+1 225-214-6759

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Summary

  • Dr. Derrick Spell is an oncologist with a subspecialty in breast cancer, operating in Baton Rouge, LA. He completed his medical degree at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans, followed by a residency in Internal Medicine at the same institution and a fellowship in Medical Oncology at the University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals. He serves as a Consulting Physician at Baton Rouge General Medical Center and Woman's Hospital, holds a position in private practice as a partner at Louisiana Hematology Oncology Associates, and previously taught as an Assistant Professor at Earl K Long Medical Center. Dr. Spell has published research on breast cancer and related radiotherapy and MRI studies. His clinical trials focus on treatments for breast cancer, particularly in neoadjuvant therapy and risk stratification. He has received several honors, including QOPI Certification and recognition as a Best Doctor.
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    The Bite-Sized Guide to Getting Right-Sized Now available at Barnes & Noble and for Nook! Also available at Amazon and for Kindle! How did I achieve and sustain

Education & Training

  • University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals
    University of Texas Medical Branch HospitalsFellowship, Medical Oncology, 2000 - 2002
  • Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Baton Rouge)
    Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Baton Rouge)Residency, Internal Medicine, 1997 - 2000
  • Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
    Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New OrleansClass of 1997

Certifications & Licensure

  • LA State Medical License
    LA State Medical License 1998 - 2027
  • Medical Oncology
    American Board of Internal Medicine Medical Oncology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • QOPI Certified Practice American Society of Clinical Oncology, 2010-2020
  • Best Doctor Best Doctors, 2007-2020
  • District 1 School Board Member East Baton Rouge Parish Schools, 2007-2010

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Authored Content

  • The Bite-Sized Guide to Getting Right-SizedFebruary 2019

Press Mentions

  • When He Popped the Button on His Coat, Dr. Derrick Spell Knew It Was Time to Lose Weight. 80 Pounds Later, He Explains How in His New Book
    When He Popped the Button on His Coat, Dr. Derrick Spell Knew It Was Time to Lose Weight. 80 Pounds Later, He Explains How in His New BookAugust 11th, 2019
  • Louisiana Hematology Oncology Associates Recertified for Cancer Care
    Louisiana Hematology Oncology Associates Recertified for Cancer CareMarch 27th, 2017
  • Abstract p3-02-12: Impact of Magnetic Resonance Imaging on Conversion from Wide Local Excision to Mastectomy in Patients with Ductal Carcinoma in Situ: First Results from the ECOG-ACRIN 4112 Prospective Study
    Abstract p3-02-12: Impact of Magnetic Resonance Imaging on Conversion from Wide Local Excision to Mastectomy in Patients with Ductal Carcinoma in Situ: First Results from the ECOG-ACRIN 4112 Prospective StudyFebruary 20th, 2017

Committees

  • Member, Woman's Hospital Breast Cancer Leadership Team 2009 - Present
  • Member, Woman's Hospital Institutional Review Board 2007 - Present
  • Member, Our Lady of the Lake Colorectal Cancer Multidisciplinary Team 2008 - 2012

Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • German

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