Fishkin, M.D., Paul A. S. - Illinois CancerCare

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Board Certifications

Hematology/Medical Oncology, Internal Medicine

Staff Education

Dr. Fishkin graduated from Omaha Central High School and attended Creighton University for his undergraduate degree and doctorate in medicine. He completed an internship and a residency in internal medicine at the University of Oklahoma, and he pursued his fellowship in hematology/oncology in San Francisco at Letterman Army Medical Center.

Work History

Dr. Fishkin served in the U.S. Army in Honolulu, Hawaii, at Tripler Army Medical Center as a staff hematologist and medical oncologist. He was also an assistant clinical professor of medicine at the University of Hawaii. He teaches at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria.

When did you join Illinois CancerCare?

1994

Family Information

Born in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Fishkin and his wife have two grown children and live in Peoria.

What medical change has impacted the field of cancer the most since you began practicing medicine?

The molecular biology of cancer.

Why did you choose your field?

"Oncology was an emerging area of medicine and I wanted to be part of it."

Patient Testimonials

Dr Fishkin fully explained the cancer I have and the treatment he prescribed. A true professional in my opinion. His support staff are friendly and supportive.

Everyone has been very kind and helpful.

Friendly and comfortable while concerned about me.

Alway a great experience with Dr Fishkin

I only had a short visit with Dr. Fishkin regarding a continuing watch for a blood cancer possibility. My latest blood test showed no change in my status. Dr. Fishkin was easy to talk to and seemed very competent to me. I felt comfortable that he was assigned to my care.

I was impressed with Dr Fishkin's level of professionalism and his kind approach to explaining my diagnosis.

Very prompt and helpful throughout the office

Always optimistic. Takes time to listen.

Willing to answer questions. Very honest.

Fast, efficient and reliable.

Everyone at Illinois CancerCare are very caring and sympathetic to not only the patients but also their families they always make sure you have what you need, and take time to explain treatment to you. Because of them I am in remission.

Excellent care. Always informs me of what treatments I will get and why. I ask questions he always answers it in a way I can understand.

I like his humor - sometimes he's explaining things above my head, and I have to ask him to explain it which he never seems to mind and slows it down for me. (not in a condescending way)

Explain everything to have us understand