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Anthony J. Cmelak MD

Professor of Radiation Oncology, Senior Medical Director, Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center at Franklin, Senior Medical Director, Vanderbilt Radiation Oncology, Director of Radiosurgery for Functional and Benign Disease, and Director of Head and Neck Cancer Radiotherapy

Areas of Expertise

  • Cancer
  • Neuro-Oncology
  • Neurosciences
  • Primary and Metastatic Nervous System Cancers
  • Radiation Oncology
  • Upper Airway (Tracheal), Oral, Nasal, Lip, and Other Head and Neck Cancers

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - Northwestern University
  • Internship - Saint Mary's Hospital and Medical Center
  • Residency - Stanford University Medical Center

Board Certifications

  • Radiation Oncology - American Board of Radiology, 1997

Patient Comments

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Very personable and easy to talk to
September 21, 2026
I was explained everything with great detail
September 6, 2026
Very good doctor, knows his stuff
September 1, 2026
Dr Cmelak is always excellent!
August 31, 2026
Shared visuals and explained everything. Listened and was attentive to questions. Gave me confidence and waylaid my concerns.
August 16, 2026
The Dr's visit was probably the best I've had within my Vanderbilt experience and I haven't had a bad experience visiting any of the medical facilities within Vanderbilt territories.
August 11, 2026
Dr. listened very well and explained things that were understood.
August 5, 2026
Dr. Cmelak is the best!
August 2, 2026
Very pleased with Dr Clemlak and his staff. Very patient with us.
July 27, 2026