How Do Expert Contributors Help Patients?
Expert contributors work with mesothelioma patients and researchers daily. Their unique perspectives help patients, caregivers and loved ones better understand mesothelioma, treatment options and how to improve their prognosis.
The medical experts who work with Asbestos.com are well-respected health professionals in their fields. Their work has been published in peer-reviewed medical journals, textbooks and other publications such as U.S. News & World Report, WebMD, the Tampa Bay Times and more.
Medical Experts
These medical experts are at the forefront of mesothelioma treatment and research. Through their affiliations with top cancer treatment centers, these physicians have access to the latest advancements in mesothelioma care. In addition, contributors on Asbestos.com include mental health counselors and registered dietitians specializing in oncology care.
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Dr. Kristopher Bunting
Doctor of Medicine & Contributing Writer
Dr. Kristopher Bunting has served as a medical director in resource management for the U.S. Army Southeast Regional Medical Command. He also served as a research assistant at the Medical College of Georgia and received a degree in medicine from Tulane University School of Medicine.
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Dr. Michele Carbone
Medical Oncologist and Pathologist
Dr. Michele Carbone is director of Thoracic Oncology at the University of Hawaii Cancer Center.
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Dr. W. Charles Conway
Oncologist
Dr. W. Charles Conway specializes in peritoneal surface malignancies and gastrointestinal cancers.
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Dr. Marcelo DaSilva
Thoracic Surgeon
Thoracic surgeon Dr. Marcelo DaSilva is medical director of the AdventHealth Cancer Institute in Orlando.
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Dr. Raja Michael Flores
Thoracic Surgeon
Dr. Raja Flores is nationally acclaimed and chief of thoracic surgery at Mount Sinai Medical Center.
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Dr. Jacques Fontaine
Thoracic Surgeon
Thoracic surgeon Dr. Jacques Fontaine is director of the Mesothelioma Research and Treatment Center.
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Dr. Farid Gharagozloo
Thoracic Surgeon
Thoracic surgeon Dr. Farid Gharagozloo is internationally known for mesothelioma robotic surgery.
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Dr. Chuong Hoang
Thoracic Surgeon and Scientist
Dr. Chuong Hoang is advancing the treatment of pleural mesothelioma at the National Cancer Institute in Maryland.
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Dr. Rupesh Kotecha
Radiation Oncologist
Dr. Rupesh Kotecha is a radiation oncologist treating malignant mesothelioma at the Miami Cancer Institute.
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Dr. Daniel A. Landau
Oncologist and Hematologist
Dr. Daniel Landau is an experienced mesothelioma researcher with multiple board certifications.
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Dr. Rodney Landreneau
Oncologist
Dr. Rodney Landreneau is a world-renowned thoracic surgeon specializing in pleural mesothelioma.
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Dr. Loic Lang-Lazdunski
Surgical Oncologist
Surgical oncologist Dr. Loic Lang-Lazdunski is internationally renowned as an expert in mesothelioma surgery.
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Dr. Edmund K. Moon
Interventional Pulmonologist
Dr. Edmund K. Moon leads the pleural mesothelioma immunotherapy research initiative at Penn Medicine.
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Dana Nolan, MS, LMHC
Mental Health Counselor
Dana Nolan, MS, LMHC, is a mental health counselor experienced in counseling and clinical research.
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Tejal Parekh
Registered and Licensed Dietitian
Tejal Parekh is a registered and licensed dietitian in Florida with a master’s in nutrition and dietetics from Georgia State University.
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Dr. Brian Pettiford
Oncologist
Dr. Brian Pettiford leads the pleural mesothelioma program at New Orleans’ Ochsner Cancer Institute.
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Dr. Charles B. Simone II
Radiation Oncologist
Radiation oncologist Dr. Charles B. Simone specializes in mesothelioma research and clinical trials.
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Dr. Jennifer M. Suga
Oncologist
Dr. Jennifer Suga is an oncologist and mesothelioma specialist at Kaiser Permanente Vallejo Medical Center.
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Dr. Paul H. Sugarbaker
Surgical Oncologist
Dr. Paul H. Sugarbaker of the Washington Cancer Institute is the world’s leading expert in peritoneal mesothelioma.
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Dr. Jeffrey Velotta
Thoracic Surgeon
Dr. Jeffrey Velotta is a thoracic surgeon treating mesothelioma at Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center in California.
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Dr. Wickii Vigneswaran
Thoracic Surgeon
Dr. Wickii Vigneswaran of Loyola University Medical Center pioneered robotic surgery for mesothelioma patients.
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Dr. Nestor Villamizar
Thoracic Surgeon
Thoracic surgeon Dr. Nestor Villamizar leads the multidisciplinary program at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.
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Dr. Yvonne Waterman
Asbestos Law Specialist and Expert Contributor
Dr. Yvonne Waterman is the founder of the European Asbestos Forum and a specialist in
asbestos litigation.
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Dr. Peter J. Wild
Pathologist
Dr. Peter J. Wild is director of the Dr. Senckenberg Institute of Pathology at University Hospital Frankfurt.
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Dr. Andrea Wolf
Thoracic Surgeon and Mesothelioma Researcher
Thoracic surgeon Dr. Andrea Wolf is director of the Mesothelioma Program at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City.
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Professional Affiliations
The medical experts who work with Asbestos.com are affiliated with top medical organizations, including:
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Survivors and Caregivers
Asbestos.com is fortunate to have these mesothelioma survivors and caregivers share their personal experiences in support of mesothelioma patients and their loved ones. Their stories inspire others to live fuller and healthier lives.
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Melanie Ball
Writer
Melanie Ball’s experience as her father’s caregiver gives her a unique perspective on mesothelioma.
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Kasie Coleman
Contributing Writer
Kasie Coleman is a mesothelioma survivor. She helps others by sharing her story of hope.
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Lorraine Kember
Writer
Lorraine Kember is an author and speaker who shares her experiences as a mesothelioma caregiver.
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Tamron Little
Mesothelioma Survivor and Writer
Tamron Little is a peritoneal mesothelioma survivor who shares her experiences to inspire others.
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Emily Ward
Cancer Advocate & Long-Time Mesothelioma Survivor
Emily Ward was a pleural mesothelioma survivor who helped others navigate a mesothelioma diagnosis.
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Michael Cole
Cancer Advocate & Long-Time Mesothelioma Survivor
Michael Cole is a seven-year pleural mesothelioma survivor. He was diagnosed at age 46 with this rare form of cancer caused by asbestos exposure. He strives to raise awareness about mesothelioma.
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Legal Contributors
Our team of legal contributors provides perspectives on asbestos litigation, asbestos legislation and bans.
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Joe Lahav
Lawyer and On-Site Legal Advisor
Joe Lahav, who lost his mother to cancer, is a lawyer and legal advisor at The Mesothelioma Center.
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William Davis
Lawyer and Senior Counsel, The Peterson Firm
William Davis is an experienced attorney specializing in complex commercial litigation with an emphasis in health care disputes.
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Karen Marshall
Writer
Karen Marshall is an attorney with The Peterson Firm and practices law in the District of Columbia.
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Samuel Meirowitz
Partner, Meirowitz & Wasserberg, New York
Samuel Meirowitz specializes in mesothelioma and asbestos law at Meirowitz & Wasserberg in New York.
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Jim Kramer
Shareholder, Simmons Hanly Conroy
Jim Kramer is a skilled trial lawyer at Simmons Hanly Conroy, which serves mesothelioma patients.
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Peter Tambini
Attorney, Weitz & Luxenberg, PC, New York
Peter Tambini is an associate attorney working in asbestos litigation at law firm Weitz & Luxenberg.
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Daniel Wasserberg
Partner, Meirowitz & Wasserberg, New York
Daniel Wasserberg represents plaintiffs nationwide in mesothelioma and other asbestos cases as a partner with the law firm Meirowitz & Wasserberg.
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Legal Accreditations
Our legal contributors have nationwide expertise, with Juris Doctor degrees and affiliations that include:
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