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Benjamin P. Levy, MD
Medical Oncology
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Benjamin P. Levy
Professional Titles
- Clinical Director of Medical Oncology, Johns Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Oncology
Background
Dr. Benjamin Levy is a thoracic medical oncologist and the clinical director of medical oncology for the Johns Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital, as well as an associate professor of oncology for Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He practices out of the Johns Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Levy is a physician scientist who is interested in innovative immunotherapeutic approaches for advanced stage lung cancer patients and biomarkers that help define those patients more likely to respond to such agents. He has an expertise in thoracic malignancies, including non-small cell lung cancer, small cell lung cancer and thymic malignancies, as well as head and neck cancer.
Dr. Levy earned his medical degree from Medical College of Georgia. He completed an internal medicine residency at Georgetown University Hospital, followed by a hematology/oncology fellowship at New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, where he received the Department of Medicine Research Fellow of the Year Award and the 2009 American Society of Clinical Oncology Young Investigator Award for his clinical research in prostate cancer. Dr. Levy previously worked as an assistant professor at the Icahn School of Medicine, medical director of thoracic oncology for Mount Sinai Health Systems and associate director of the Cancer Clinical Trials Office for Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City.
Dr. Levy played an integral role on several American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) committees and currently serves as associate editor for the ASCO University Committee. He completed a two year term on the editorial board for the Journal of Clinical Oncology and currently serves as an ad hoc reviewer for other journals, including Clinical Lung Cancer, The Oncologist and Oncotarget. Dr. Levy was recently selected as one of only 15 oncologists in the country to the prestigious ASCO Leadership Development program, whose mission is to identify and develop future leaders of ASCO. In addition to his ASCO commitments, Dr. Levy serves on the ALLIANCE Respiratory Committee, the IASLC Staging Committee and the IASLC Career Development & Fellowship Committee.
Centers and Institutes
Videos
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
- Levy Lends Insights Into the Current and Future Use of ADCs in NSCLC, ONCLive (May 30, 2024)
- The Importance of Multidisciplinary Care in Lung Cancer, ONCLIVE (April 15, 2024)
- A Comprehensive Discussion on Biomarker Testing in Lung Cancer , GO2 for Lung Cancer(March 10, 2023)
- New Fellows of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (FASCO), The ASCO Post Staff(May 25, 2023)
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Biomarker Testing for NSCLC/SCLC - Early and Late Stage, Lung Cancer Living Room(03/10/23)
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Why are lung cancer rates rising in people who’ve never smoked?, City of Hope (April 27, 2022)
- Benjamin Levy, MD, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Joins LUNGevity’s Scientific Advisory Board, Lungevity (May 15, 2019)
- Clinical Insights on Newer Immunotherapies in Lung Cancer
- The Role of Liquid Biopsies in Lung Cancer, OncLive
Research Summary
Dr. Levy is a physician scientist who is interested in innovative immunotherapeutic approaches for advanced stage lung cancer patients and biomarkers that help define those patients more likely to respond to such agents.
Selected Publications
Levy BP, Becker DJ. "The time for low-dose computed tomography screening is now: a medical oncologist perspective." Oncology (Williston Park). 2014 Nov;28(11):964-6. No abstract available.
Levy BP, Chioda MD, Herndon D, Longshore JW, Mohamed M, Ou SH, Reynolds C, Singh J, Wistuba II, Bunn PA Jr, Hirsch FR. "Molecular Testing for Treatment of Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: How to Implement Evidence-Based Recommendations." Oncologist. 2015 Oct;20(10):1175-81. doi: 10.1634/theoncologist.2015-0114.
Levy BP, Rao P, Becker DJ, Becker K. "Attacking a Moving Target: Understanding Resistance and Managing Progression in EGFR-Positive Lung Cancer Patients Treated With Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors." Oncology (Williston Park). 2016 Jul;30(7):601-12. Review.
Becker DJ, Wisnivesky JP, Grossbard ML, Chachoua A, Camidge DR, Levy BP. "Survival of Asian Females With Advanced Lung Cancer in the Era of Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor Therapy." Clin Lung Cancer. 2017 Jan;18(1):e35-e40. doi: 10.1016/j.cllc.2016.08.008.
Rizvi NA, Mazières J, Planchard D, Stinchcombe TE, Dy GK, Antonia SJ, Horn L, Lena H, Minenza E, Mennecier B, Otterson GA, Campos LT, Gandara DR, Levy BP, Nair SG, Zalcman G, Wolf J, Souquet PJ, Baldini E, Cappuzzo F, Chouaid C, Dowlati A, Sanborn R, Lopez-Chavez A, Grohe C, Huber RM, Harbison CT, Baudelet C, Lestini BJ, Ramalingam SS. "Activity and safety of nivolumab, an anti-PD-1 immune checkpoint inhibitor, for patients with advanced, refractory squamous non-small-cell lung cancer (CheckMate 063): a phase 2, single-arm trial." Lancet Oncol. 2015 Mar;16(3):257-65. doi: 10.1016/S1470-2045(15)70054-9.
Memberships
- American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO),
- Associate Editor, ASCO University Committee
- ASCO Leadership Development Program
- Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology,
Respiratory Committee
- International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer,
- Staging Committee
- Career Development & Fellowship Committee
Professional Activities
- Clinical Lung Cancer, Ad Hoc Reviewer
- Oncotarget, Ad Hoc Reviewer
- The Oncologist, Ad Hoc Reviewer
Locations
- Sibley Memorial Hospital
- 5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Washington, DC 20016
- phone: 202-660-6500
- fax: 202-660-6501
Expertise
Education
New York-Presbyterian Weill Cornell
Fellowship, Hematology and Medical Oncology, 2009MedStar Georgetown University Medical Center
Residency, Internal Medicine, 2005Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
Medical Education, MD, 2002Board Certifications
Medical Oncology
American Board of Internal Medicine, 2009Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
88 ratings, 41 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 12/16/2024
He is the absolute BEST!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2024
Dr. Benjamin Philip Levy is a compassionate, skilled, knowledgeable and "top notch" oncologist. I'm fortunate to have him as the lead member of my care team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2024
Dr Levy is a very clear communicator and compassionate. He listens to our concerns and takes the time to answer our questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2024
Dr. Levy is wonderful! He is extremely knowledgeable in his field of expertise; he is caring and concerned; and he worked diligently to ensure that I understood my treatment issues and options. He listened to me; he answered my endless questions; and I have great faith in working with him as my medical oncologist and expert in my lung cancer journey.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2024
Dr Levy was so knowledgeable and took alot ofTime to explain
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
One word, Awesome!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2024
Dr Levy is very caring and capable. He and his team inspire confidence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2024
Very knowledgeable, kind, and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2024
Excellent patient, explained things exceptionally well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2024
Ben Levy is the BEST!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2024
Excellent bedside manner and attention to details. Very satisfied
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2024
Dr Levy is outstanding We are very fortunate to have his expertise and care in our communityA tremendous asset for Sibley and Hopkins
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2024
Dr. Levy is very knowledgeable, personable, and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2024
I see this provider every few months as part of surveillance after chemo and radiation treatment for lung cancer. The provider is consistently EXCELLENT
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2024
Professional and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2024
Excellent Friendly Compassionate knowledgeablee
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
The doctor seemed very understanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2024
Dr Levy is clear in descriptions, caring about my care, & listens to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2024
Caring, encouraging, informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2024
Dr. Levy is always pleasant, well prepared, thorough, and interested in my well being.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2024
Good doctor; empathetic and a good listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
Care and compassion, listening attentively, did not feel rushed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
Dr. Levy has always been amazing. Concerned about his patients personally as well as health wise.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2024
Dr. Levy is a top notch medical oncologist. Superb!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2024
Ben Levy is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2024
Great doctor, very clear, empathetic, listens. Very knowledgeable. I feel confident in his judgment and recommendations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
I have great faith in Dr.Levy. He listens carefully and gives clear instructions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2024
Excellent!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2024
Always understanding, approachable, listens intently, offers advice in my language.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2024
Dr Levy is up to date with new treatments, is very clear in describing illness & medications, & is caring with patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2024
He is the best and most caring physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2024
Knowledgeable of my history with a personal touch.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
AWESOME!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Has my full trust in my health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2024
Outstanding services provided, very friendly, very clear, very patient. I did greatly appreciated Do. Levy for his treatment and follow up!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2024
My provider is simply the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2024
Consistent excellent service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2024
Dr. Levy has always been very thorough and easy to understand. He listens carefully. He explains the reasons for his decisions. I highly recommend him to anyone who has lung cancer.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2024
Really like my Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2024
My provider showed great care and compassion about my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2024
I love Dr.Levy