Our Cardio-Oncology Physician Team

At the University of Chicago Medicine, our cardio-oncology experts collaborate closely with each patient’s care team to ensure that individuals with pre-existing cardiovascular conditions are more likely to safely receive the cancer treatment they need.

Meet Our Cardio-Oncology Physician Team

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Jeanne DeCara, MD

Cardiology (Heart Care)
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Tamar Polonsky, MD

Cardiology (Heart Care)

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