

Oncology
Timothy Pluard, MD
Medical Director, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute
Smithville, MO
Timothy Pluard, MD, is a medical oncologist specializing in breast cancer care at Saint Luke's Cancer Institute in Kansas City, Missouri, where he serves as medical director. He leads multidisciplinary teams providing comprehensive care from diagnosis through treatment, recovery, and survivorship for women with breast cancer, including advanced and metastatic stages. Previously, he was Associate Professor of Medicine and Clinical Director of Breast Oncology at Washington University/Siteman Cance
35+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Medical Oncology (ABIM)
Education & Training
- Washington University School of Medicine — M.D., 1987
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute — Fellowship, Medical Oncology, 1991-1993
- UT Southwestern Medical Center — Residency, Internal Medicine, 1988-1990
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Medical OncologyBreast Oncology
Conditions & Treatments
Thyroid CancerBreast CancerHematologic Malignancies
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City
- Saint Luke's East Hospital
- Saint Luke's North Hospital
- Hedrick Medical Center
Languages
English
Experience
35+ years in practice