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Vincent Lam

Vincent Lam, MD

Medical Oncology

Accepting New Patients
4.8 of 5 stars68 ratings, 29 reviews

Highlights

Languages

  • English

In-Network Plans

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Gender

Male

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Vincent Lam

Professional Titles

  • Director, Thoracic Oncology Clinical Research Program
  • Director, Esophageal Cancer Research Program

Primary Academic Title

Associate Professor of Oncology

Background

Dr. Lam treats patients with lung cancer, esophageal cancer, mesothelioma, and other thoracic cancers. He directs the Thoracic Oncology Clinical Research Program and the Esophageal Cancer Research Program at Johns Hopkins.

Dr. Lam is a clinical and translational researcher with a focus on cancer genomics, liquid biopsies, and novel immunotherapies such as vaccines and cell therapies. He has been recognized with a Conquer Cancer Foundation/ASCO Career Development Award, an LCFA/IASLC/BMS Young Investigator Award, and as a Gilead Research Scholar.

Research Interests

Cancer Genomics, Biomarkers, Cellular Immunotherapies

PubMed

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/vincent.lam.1/bibliography/public/

Honors

  • LCFA/IASLC/BMS Young Investigator Award, Lung Cancer Foundation of America, 1/15/20
  • Career Development Award, ASCO Conquer Cancer, 7/1/19

Memberships

  • NRG Oncology Lung Committee
  • NRG Oncology Developmental Therapeutics RT Subcommittee
  • American Society for Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
  • American Association of Cancer Research (AACR)
  • International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC)
  • Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC)

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
    • 300 Mason Lord Drive, Kimmel Cancer Center, Baltimore, MD 21224
    • Skip Viragh Outpatient Cancer Center
      • 201 North Broadway Street, Viragh BLDG 5th FL, Baltimore, MD 21287

      Expertise

      Education

      University of Maryland Medical Center

      Fellowship, Hematology and Oncology, 2016

      Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

      Residency, Internal Medicine, 2013

      University of California San Francisco School of Medicine

      Medical Education, MD, 2010

      Board Certifications

      Medical Oncology

      American Board of Internal Medicine, 2016

      Internal Medicine

      American Board of Internal Medicine, 2014

      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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      • 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

      4.8 out of 5

      68 ratings, 29 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.

      Overall Rating by Patient
      Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
      Provider Listened Carefully
      Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Explained Things Clearly
      Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
      Provider Knew Medical History
      Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
      Provider Showed Respect
      Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
      Provider Spent Enough Time
      Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/7/2025

        Dr Lam is a wonderful knowledgeable Doctor and I am grateful for the care that he continues to provide for me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/7/2025

        He is an excellent provider who is very patient and thorough.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/31/2025

        The doctor was very professional, respectful, and the appointment went on schedule.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/23/2025

        My provider shows care for me. I always feel supported.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/2/2025

        Very knowledgeable, passionate and easy to understand.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/8/2024

        Professional and caring

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/8/2024

        Dr Vincent Lam and his team provided me with excellent care. He was patient , empathetic and extremely knowledgeable in addressing my concerns during my visit. I am extremely appreciative to have him as my oncologist.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/7/2024

        Dr. Lam is personable, communicates clearly, and genuinely cares about my well-being.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/1/2024

        Dr. Lam always has my best interest at heart for me health. I have complete confidence in his care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/11/2024

        I greatly appreciate how genuinely kind and caring Dr. Lam is, in addition to his vast knowledge about my type of lung cancer.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/10/2024

        This was my first appointment with Dr. Vincent Lam. The information received exceeded my expectations.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/4/2024

        I have a lot respect for Dr lam and the clinic experience one may have Not knowing how your own body will react to the treatments are very difficult

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/3/2024

        I thought Dr. Lam and everyone at the office was excellent and listened very carefully to any questions or concerns I had

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/18/2024

        Very clear explanations and open to questions

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/6/2024

        I appreciate Dr. Lam's competence and his care. I feel understood and cared for.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/8/2024

        Always great to see Dr Lam, getting his and other JHU teams' opinions on my treatment strategy & options are something we look forward to to help us feel settled and confident in our approach and decisions made.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/25/2024

        Dr. LAM is an excellent Doctor. He helps you in any way he can. He listens even though he us very busy. He will take all the time with you that you need.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/12/2024

        Most caring, kind and a real pro

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/28/2024

        Very good experience with everyone

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/27/2024

        Listens & provides a great experienceR

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/14/2024

        My provider is the only person who gives me hope for my situation.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/17/2024

        Dr. Lam and Dr. [ ] are the absolute best in the field of ALK cancer, and they gave my case a thorough overview and were able to discuss my current issues and future treatment prospects with knowledge and empathy. I look forward to working with them in the future.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/16/2024

        First time there. Impressive

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/10/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/9/2024

        I always feel that my needs are met. And then everybody is professional and courteous to me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/9/2024

        He's brilliant and a wonderful doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/3/2024

        Dr.Lam always shows great concern for my well being. Goes over my reports and explains them where I can fully understand where I am with my treatment.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/12/2024

        Dr. Lam was very knowledgeable and helpful.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/4/2024

        Very knowledgeable and I felt like he listened to me