William Sharfman, MD
Medical Oncology
4.9 of 5 stars
287 Ratings, 64 Reviews32 Insurances Accepted
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Locations
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10803 Falls Road, Pavilion III STE 1500, Lutherville, MD 21093
- phone: 410-583-2970
- fax: 410-583-2980
- Viragh Pharmacy
- 201 North Broadway Street, Viragh BLDG 5th FL, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 410-955-8964
- fax: 410-367-2194
Expertise
Education
Cleveland Clinic
Fellowship, Hematology and Oncology, 1989Cleveland Clinic
Residency, Internal Medicine, 1985The University of Toledo College of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 1982Board Certifications
Medical Oncology
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1989Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1986Insurance
- Aetna
- Amerigroup District of Columbia
- AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- Evernorth Behavioral Health
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- JAI Medical Systems
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- Kaiser Permanente
- KeyCare
- Maryland Physicians Care
- Medicaid DC
- Medicaid Maryland
- Medicare Maryland
- MedStar Family Choice District of Columbia
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Provider Partners Advantage HMO SNP Medicare Advantage
- South Central Preferred (SCP)
- Superior Vision
- TRICARE (Humana Military East)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
- Wellpoint (Amerigroup MD)
Reviews
4.9 of 5 stars
287 Ratings, 64 ReviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2024
Excellent provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2024
I travel two hours to be treated by Dr. Sharfman because he is the best in the field.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2024
Excellent, always answers my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2024
Excellent provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2024
Very Good experience !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2024
The best treatment, always excellent care and concern
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/7/2024
Dr. Sharfman is an expert in his field, yet he is kind, he listens, he's easy to talk to, and, in him, I have the utmost confidence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/3/2024
Awesome and Caring Doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2024
Excellent, been seeing Dr. Sharfman for 7 years
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2024
He was VERY Compassionate,Professional, and Respectful! In my whole journey for this health issue, He was the most helpful and hopeful for me!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2024
Dr Sharfman is kind, caring and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2024
Dr. Sharfman is a very thoughtful and kind man. He is very thorough and explains everything and answers all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2024
I feel like I'm being well cared for . I basically am putting my life in Dr's hands and feel good about doing so .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2024
Dr Sharfman was a refreshing example of how to treat patients. He was engaged, thoughtful, very thorough in questioning and listening to my responses, as well as positive and educational making sure I understood and was comfortable. He was an absolutely delightful and I would highly recommend him to everyone
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2024
Excellent physician who has provided oncology treatment for the last six years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2024
Dr Sharfman is the top Melanoma Cancer Oncologist at JH he shares direct experience & knowledge with regular updates in understanding terms,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2024
Awesome!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2024
Provider was knowledgeable, timely, courteous, and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2024
Dr. Sharfman is top quality in all respects.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/1/2024
Very knowledgeable and courteous. Very fortunate to have him as my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2023
He's the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2023
We have great faith in him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2023
Dr. Sharfman is simply amazing! He has a wonderful "bedside manner" and explains things in terms I can understand. I have 100% confidence that he will cure my illness.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2023
Dr. Sharfman was friendly, attentive and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2023
I'm very pleased to be seen by Dr. Sharfman. I know he is one of the best in the world at what he does and I feel privilege to be able to be treated by him for a potentially serious health issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2023
Great Guy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2023
R sharfman is my hero. He saved my life
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2023
Dr. Sharif man is one of the most knowledgeable and personable doctors out there. He is also a great communicator, especially for his specialty.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2023
Dr Sharfman is a very caring and very knowledgeable person
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2023
Dr. Sharfman was most attentive and concerned about my receiving the best possible care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2023
Dr Sharfman is excellent and I feel I'm here after a melanoma because of his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2023
Very knowledgeable & Thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2023
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2023
Highest level of knowledge about my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2023
Excellent, empathetic. Easy to talk to
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2023
Dr. Sharfman is the best, I am lucky to have him in my corner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2023
Excellent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2023
Doctor Scharfman is wonderful. I'm very fortunate to have him as my provider. He had helped me immensely.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2023
Dr. Sharfman is a tremendous care giver! Knowledgeable, considerate and empathetic, he treats me like a family friend instead of a transient client.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2023
De. Sharfman is wonderful! He has been my oncologist for 16 years. I trust him and appreciate the time he takes with me during my appointments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2023
Insightful and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2023
Dr. Scharfsman MD is an absolute gentleman and a competent, compassionate provider. I have absolute trust In and respect for him. I am grateful he is my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2023
I feel I have received excellent care throughout the two-year course of my treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2023
Clear explanations
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2023
Dr. Sharfman is very understanding and empathetic with Marion and myself (Marion's guardian)
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2023
He's the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2023
Puts me at ease. Listens
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2023
Thankful for all he does to help keep cancer in remission.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2023
We have been in the care of Dr. Sharman for over 10years--we think he is the very best---we are so grateful for all he has done
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2023
Concerned about my overall health and a good listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2023
He's the best, and I would not use anyone else They're all great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2023
Dr Sharfman is very professional and he has been excellent throughout the years for which I have been in his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2023
My wife and I love Dr Sharfman!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2023
First class. Saved .yife
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2023
I am so blessed to have Dr. Sharfman taking care of me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2023
Dr. Sharfman is the best. Dealing with cancer diagnosis is not easy but Dr. Sharfman provided great information and emotional support.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2023
An excellent clinician with superb interpersonal skills.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2023
He's the Best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2023
Dr. Sharfman is an outstanding physician whom I've been seeing for 23 years since my melanoma was discovered in 2000. He is extremely competent and compassionate. Although very busy, he never rushes visits and always listens. I am honored to have him for my doctor.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2023
Dr. Sharfman is an excellent medical provider! He listens, requests the necessary tests, and follows up to examine the result and ensure that I understand them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2023
Saved my life and remains attentive and dedicated to my care. My hero!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2023
Very professional and informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2023
Dr Sharfman is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2023
Excellent Doctor.