Oncology

James Wallace, MD

Co-Director, Specialized Oncologic Care and Research of the Elderly (SOCARE) Clinic

James Wallace, MD, is a hematologist-oncologist specializing in geriatric oncology, focusing on cancer care for older adults, including the 'oldest old' (aged 85 and older) and frail patients aged 65 and above with comorbidities. He treats specific conditions such as lung cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, renal neoplasms, breast neoplasms, skeletal system neoplasms, anemia, deep vein thrombosis, and venous embolism and thrombosis. At the University of Chicago Medicine, Dr. Wallace co-directs

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Geriatric Medicine (ABIM)
Medical Oncology (ABIM)

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine (MD, 2002)
Residency: Boston Medical Center (Internal Medicine, 2003-2005)
Residency: University of Chicago (Geriatric Medicine, 2005-2006)
Fellowship: University of Chicago (Medical Oncology, 2006-2007)

Years in Practice

24+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2012-2026 (15 years)
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Medical Oncology

Conditions & Treatments

Cancer SurvivorshipChemotherapy

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Community Hospital
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
University of Chicago Medical Center
University of Chicago Medicine

Languages

English, Spanish[3]

Conditions Dr. Wallace treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Wallace accept Aetna insurance?

James Wallace's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 12 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Wallace practice?

James Wallace practices in Chicago, IL with hospital affiliations including Community Hospital, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, and University of Chicago Medical Center.

What does Dr. Wallace specialize in?

James Wallace is a board-certified oncology specialist with focus areas in Medical Oncology.

How long has Dr. Wallace been practicing?

James Wallace has 24+ years of clinical experience in oncology.

What is Dr. Wallace's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine (MD, 2002); Residency: Boston Medical Center (Internal Medicine, 2003-2005); Residency: University of Chicago (Geriatric Medicine, 2005-2006).