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John L. Villano, MD, PhD

  • Director, Clinical Neuro-Oncology Research Program
4.79 out of 5

About

John L. Villano specializes in the treatment of brain cancers. He will advance UK HealthCare's Clinical Neuro-Oncology Research Program, serving as its director. UK HealthCare has a history of being a world-class neuro-oncology program, and he will help carry this tradition into the future.

Previously, Dr. Villano served as the director of medical neuro-oncology at the University of Illinois Medical Center. He earned a medical degree and doctor of philosophy at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas and trained in neurology at the University of Michigan. He also completed a fellowship in hematology/oncology at the University of Chicago. He is a former American Society of Clinical Oncology track leader for CNS tumors. Currently, he is on the board of the Central Brain Tumor Registry US. He is also a member of the Neuro-Oncology Committee in the cooperative group ALLIANCE and a Society of Neuro-Oncology committee member.

Faculty Rank

  • Medical Director, Precision Medicine Clinic
  • Professor of Medicine

Training & Education

Degree

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas

Residency

Neurology, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor
Internal Medicine, Cook County Hospital, Chicago

Fellowship

Hematology/Oncology, University of Chicago

Certifications and Special Training

American Board of Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology

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Patient Stories

Ratings & Reviews

4.79 out of 5
17 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    November 4th 2024
    Shower me the status of my condition and made fact based decisions.

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    October 24th 2024
    I asked my doctor about the details of the infusion he recommended. I needed the information very quickly before saying yes or no. I spoke to an oncologist pharmacist at the pharmacy on the phone who explained much about the infusion (positive and negative), and he sent me a copy explaining everything about this infusion scheduled for next Monday (tomorrow). He is very helpful.

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    October 14th 2024
    I'm facing lung and liver cancer after having a brain cancer removed and I feel better already than I have in several years . I have a positive attitude that concerning my hope fore the future because of what I've witnessed with your staff.I am a believer and life and death are in God's hands. The Lord said where the body is there the eagles shall be gathered together.The best compliment I can give your staff is I believe I'm there because he wants me there

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    October 7th 2024
    He deserves a raise. I have seen him for many years and he is the best. I am a nurse and have never worked with or received care from a better physician.

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    September 30th 2024
    Excellent.
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      September 26th 2024
      We were very impressed with Dr. Villano. He was well prepared, energetic, and answered any questions we had. He also sent someone from the pharmacy to talk more to us about the new medication treatment he was suggesting we try before starting any radiation or anything. We were very impressed with him and are excited that he is going to be my oncologist.
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      September 19th 2024
      Have been incredibly pleased with UK HealthCare
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      August 15th 2024
      Dr. Villano gave us time to think and ask questions. We didn't discuss risks or other options yet, but he did provide research to support his recommendations. We appreciated his attention to detail and his patience.
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      August 8th 2024
      Very very good.
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      July 31st 2024
      Absolutely love Dr. Villano! Dr. Villano is very caring and understanding. Dr. Villano explains well and guides in the proper direction. Highly recommend for anyone needing an amazing oncologist! No doubt God led him to his doctoring.
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      July 29th 2024
      Dr. Villano came in room and says the spot on your brain has grown, he never sits down, he never talks about options, he says he will talk with the tumor board and we never know what they say - very stressful.
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      April 22nd 2024
      Highly recommend Dr. Villano
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      April 11th 2024
      Dr Villano is a very kind and caring doctor.
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      April 8th 2024
      Dr. Villano is wonderful!!
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      April 8th 2024
      Dr Villano takes his time with me, answering any questions I have and I don't feel rushed, he also brings up on computer my current scans and explains them thoroughly. He is awesome!
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      April 3rd 2024
      Good experience, he discussed tests that were done prior to telehealth
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      February 26th 2024
      I would and have recommend Dr. Vollano to others. Excellent