Bruce R Kressel, MD

Hematology Oncology

Medical Oncology

Accepting New Patients

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

4.9 of 5 stars

249 Ratings, 91 Reviews

Languages

English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Male

About Bruce R Kressel

Primary Academic Title

Instructor in Oncology

Background

Bruce R. Kressel, M.D., is a medical oncologist at Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital and an instructor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

In addition to an expertise in breast and lung cancer, Dr. Kressel has an expertise in gynecologic oncology and general medical oncology, with specific focuses on hematologic malignancies including lymphoma, leukemia and myeloma.

Dr. Kressel earned his medical degree at Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in hematology and oncology, also at George Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Kressel completed a fellowship in oncology at the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center as well.

Dr. Kressel has been regularly named one of America’s Top Doctors and one of America's Top Doctors for Cancer by Castle Connolly. He has also been named a Top Doctor in the Washington D.C. and Washington-Baltimore areas by Castle Connolly, as well as a Top Doctor by Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine and Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Kressel is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Hematology.

Dr. Kressel has contributed to numerous publications, presentations and clinical trials.

Clinical Trials Summary

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PubMed

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=bruce+r.+kressel

Selected Publications

Aue, G., Carroll, N., Kressel, B.R., Hardi, R., Horne, M.K. 3rd. "Disseminated intravascular coagulation in an ambulatory young woman." J Lab Clin Med. 2005 Sep;146(3):192-6.
Curiel, R.V., Brindle, K.A., Kressel, B.R., Katz, J.D. "Dysphagia after testicular cancer." Arthritis Rheum. 2005 Dec;52(12):3712.
Lemanne, D., Block, K.I., Kressel, B.R., Sukhatme, V.P., White, J.D. "A Case of Complete and Durable Molecular Remission of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Following Treatment with Epigallocatechin-3-gallate, an Extract of Green Tea." Cureus. 2015 Dec 29;7(12):e441. doi: 10.7759/cureus.441.

Honors

America's Top Doctors, Castle Connolly
Top Doctor, Washington, D.C. and Washington-Baltimore Regions, Castle Connolly
Top Doctor, Consumers' Checkbook Magazine
Top Doctor, Washingtonian Magazine
America's Top Doctors for Cancer, Castle Connolly

Memberships

American Society of Clinical Oncology,
Member
American Society of Hematology,
Member

Locations

Sibley Memorial Hospital
- 5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Washington, DC 20016
- phone: 202-660-6500
- fax: 202-660-6501

Expertise

Education

The George Washington University Hospital

Fellowship, Oncology, 1977

The George Washington University Hospital

Fellowship, Hematology, 1976

The George Washington University Hospital

Residency, Internal Medicine, 1974

Tufts University School of Medicine

Medical Education, MD, 1973

Board Certifications

Hematology

American Board of Internal Medicine, 1978

Medical Oncology

American Board of Internal Medicine, 1977

Internal Medicine

American Board of Internal Medicine, 1976

Insurance

Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

249 ratings, 91 reviews

The 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.

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5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/21/2025
I have been a patient of Dr. Kressel's for more than twelve years and am grateful for the care he and his colleagues always have provided.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/16/2025
Dr. Kressel is extremely knowledgeable, an an excellent listener, and a compassionate provider.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/16/2025
Nice person; very knowledgeable; honest about the unknowns in my treatment options.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/15/2025
Dr. Kressel is great. I was delayed in getting to the appointment but he waited and took me t=right away when I arrived.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/14/2025
Dr. Kressel is a fine doctor. We appreciated his willingness to consider a second opinionwe had gotten from the National Institutes of Health.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/13/2025
Dr. Kressel s the BEST!!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/9/2025
Dr. Kressel has been my provider for 17 years. Thanks to his excellent care, I am in remission from non Hodgkin's lymphoma for 4 years. He is an outstanding doctor.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/8/2025
Dr. Kressel is an old fashioned doctor who is thorough in his analysis, and takes time to examine the results.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/8/2025
Excellent doctor and very knowledgeable
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/24/2024
EXCELLENT
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/19/2024
Excellent communications
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/19/2024
Dr. Kressel is just outstanding. Thorough, caring, and communicative. Very comfortable being in his care.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/12/2024
In theiir capacity they all are excellent
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/12/2024
An excellent provider that communicates very clearly with the patient, so we understand what is going on.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/11/2024
I trust Dr Kressel
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/5/2024
Dr. Kressel has been a good doctor for me.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/4/2024
I rely on Dr. Bruce Kressel as a specialist and he is superb. My condition carries overlaps into other medical cares and the good doctor is knowledgeable enough to Know the difference.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/2/2024
Always professional and looking at total health not just the cancer.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 11/21/2024
Outstanding explaining and evaluation and Relating ability
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 11/21/2024
I've been seeing Dr. Kressel for eight years. My experience has been outstanding. I have utmost confidence in his expertise.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 11/5/2024
He is the best caring and helpful doctor I ever seen . He concerns about my health and I will thank him for being a great doctor .
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 11/5/2024
Consistently highest standard in all aspects of my visit with Dr Kressel.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 10/29/2024
I have been a patient with Dr Kressel for almost 25 years of cancer treatment. I appreciate his honesty,intelligence,knowledge, conservative approach to treartment. Even NIH said "He is a very smart doctor".
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 10/22/2024
Excellent
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 10/8/2024
Very happy
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 10/8/2024
Always on time very thorough and always ask if I have questions
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 10/8/2024
He is extremely thorough and explains everything in a way I understand. I feel that he is very on top of providing me with the best treatment.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 10/2/2024
Dr Kressel is excellent
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/19/2024
Excellent!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/5/2024
I have worked with Dr. Kressel for 20 years and have the highest regard for him.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/5/2024
Dr. Kressel is a very good doctor.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/4/2024
He is the BEST
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/3/2024
He is very helpful and knowledgeable.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/29/2024
Rather cool bedside manner. But very knowledgeable and professional.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/29/2024
Dr Kressel has his patients well being and care first and foremost.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/22/2024
Excellent
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/22/2024
Dr. Kressel is very kind and knows what he is doing. I would recommend him to anyone I know.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/21/2024
Excellent care, respect, and understanding of my case.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/14/2024
Dr Kressel is a fantastic Dr. He is so knowledgeable, empathetic, kind is always open to hearing and resolving any concerns.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/14/2024
I feel confident in the level of care Dr Kressel provided
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/13/2024
Dr. Kressel definitely knows stuff. He has, as a matter of fact, the right stuff in bedside manner, knowledge, and empathy.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/8/2024
I always feel well cared for after my visits with Dr. Kressel and his entire team.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/7/2024
Dr Kressel is wonderful and I have complete trust and faith in him.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/6/2024
I've been seeing Dr Kressel for almost 20 yrs. He is a kind, compassionate and very knowledgeable doctor.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/6/2024
Dr. Bruce Kressel is the best. He explains very well my test results. He answers my questions and listens to me.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/30/2024
My provider is very caring. He considers all the options available for my treatment and If necessary communicates with outside entities to find those feasible for me.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/30/2024
Dr. Kressel is an excellent doctor , he listened carefully to my issues and made very valuable recommendations. Thank you Dr. Kressel.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/30/2024
Dr Kressel is an outstanding doctor, oncologist, and care provider. I am 83 and in the course of my life, he stands out among any previous doctors, with two other doctors who practice the same level of care as Dr Kressel-and I have received care from the best in their field. (My first husband was a cardiologist at NIH and had the benefit of learning from him what was expected in high levels of patient care). Dr Kressel is among the best.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/17/2024
Dr. Kressel is the best - caring, patient, informative!!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/17/2024
Excellent
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/16/2024
Excellent
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/9/2024
Dr Kressel is an excellent Doctor
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 6/27/2024
This time included, I have always received excellent care from Dr. Kressel. His expertise has always been invaluable in diagnosing and treating my condition.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 6/17/2024
Excellent.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 6/12/2024
Dr. Kressel wants to see me in one year. That is good news.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 6/12/2024
Dr. Kressel's extensive knowledge and experience with CML manifests itself in his comments and the advice he offers. I am grateful to be his patient.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 6/11/2024
Dr. Kressel is an outstanding and compassionate doctor.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 6/11/2024
Excellent physician
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 6/10/2024
Dr. Kressel was efficient, kind and caring as always. Most importantly he listened carefully to my questions and concerns and was able to address each one.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 6/5/2024
Very professional.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/28/2024
Dr. Kressel has been a very good doctor for me.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/28/2024
Provider is very kind and thorough. I am so happy to have Dr Kressel treating my cancer
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/28/2024
Excellent
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/22/2024
Dr. Kressel is always kind, informed, interested and extremely helpful. He always has patient answers to my questions no matter how simple. I always feel confident in his judgments.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/22/2024
Dr. Kressel is the most compassionate and competent provider I know.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/22/2024
I love my provider.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/2/2024
Excellent provider
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/1/2024
Informative, very communicative, respectful, showing interest in how I felt
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/30/2024
Kressel is excellent
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/30/2024
Generous with his time to explain situation.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/30/2024
I have a rare type of cancer and he is doing his best to provide appropriate treatment.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/24/2024
My doctor is one of the best oncologist at John Hopkins in Washington DC
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/23/2024
Very through. Willing to listen to and answer questions.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/18/2024
I am most fortunate to have a doctor with the thorough precise knowledge and advice as Dr Kressel.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/18/2024
Dr.Kressel is just the best physician. He treats you with respect while imparting knowledge about your condition. I love that he is interested in my total health; I feel as if I am his only patient; always interested in all aspects of my health.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/18/2024
I feel fortunate to be one of Dr Kressel's patients!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/17/2024
Dr. Kressel is outstanding!! I feel fortunate to have him as my Oncologist!!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/8/2024
Dr. Kressel and his team are very helpful and supportive.. They always treat me with respect and listen to my silly questions and concerns
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/8/2024
Dr. Kressel is the very best.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/1/2024
Have been going to Dr. Kressel for years and he's a trusted and knowledgeable doctor.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 3/28/2024
Thorough, caring, competent.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 3/26/2024
Dr. Kressel is truly wonderful. He is knowledgeable and very kind.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 3/25/2024
He is very professional and caring
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 3/20/2024
Excellent
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 3/18/2024
Very caring, knowledgeable, and patient with my questions about my care.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 3/14/2024
Dr. Kressel has been my medical oncologist since [year] and has always provided excellent care and counseling.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 3/11/2024
Just outstanding, and has all details given directly and trust his good judgment
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 3/4/2024
My doctor listens to me and helps me understand my status and future follow up
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 2/26/2024
Dr. Kressel is a very good doctor.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 2/26/2024
Always a good visit