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On this page, you will find links to search tools for:
In the final section, you will find links to information about:
"Based on your ocular melanoma treatment options, you may have different types of doctors on your treatment team. These doctors may include:
Many other specialists may be involved in your care as well, including other doctors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, psychologists, social workers, rehabilitation specialists, and other health professionals." (From American Cancer Society)
When using the physician search tools linked to below, remember:
As part of your search for physicians and medical facilities that will meet your needs, you will also be receiving important referral recommendations to consider from your current healthcare providers. In addition, you can reach out to the many resources listed on EyeMelanoma.org's Personal Support webpage for their suggestions and assistance as you make your decisions.
Ocular Oncologists Treating Ocular Melanoma:
>> Provided by A Cure in Sight
"Physician Finder" search tool
Note: Select the 'Ocular Oncologist' tab.
Search database for Physicians in the USA.
>> Provided by American Academy of Ophthalmology
"Find an Ophthalmologist" search tool
Note: Select 'Ocular Oncology' in the 'Subspecialty' drop-down menu.
Search database for Physicians in the USA and in other countries.
>> Provided by Eye Cancer Foundation
"Find an Eye Cancer Specialist" search tool
Search database for Physicians in the USA and in other countries.
Medical Oncologists Treating Ocular Melanoma:
>> Provided by A Cure in Sight
"Physician Finder" search tool
Note: Select the 'Medical Oncologist' tab.
Search database for Physicians in the USA.
Treatment Centers for Ocular Melanoma:
>> Provided by European Commission's EURACAN Network
"Find a EURACAN Expert Centre in Europe" search tool
Note: Select 'Ocular Melanoma' in the 'Rare Cancer Subtype' drop-down menu.
Search database for Medical Centers in Europe.
>> Provided by Melanoma Research Foundation's CURE OM
"Melanoma Treatment Center Finder" search tool
Note: Select 'Ocular' in the 'Services' list.
Search database for Medical Centers in the USA.
>> Provided by U.S. National Cancer Institute
List of NCI-Designated Cancer Centers
If you would also like to determine whether a physician is affiliated with a NCI-Designated Cancer Center in the U.S., click on the map illustration on the NCIDCC introductory page to go to the list of these centers by state.
>> Provided by American Society for Radiation Oncology
"Find a Radiation Oncologist" search tool
Note: Select 'Advanced Search' to access other countries.
Search database for Physicians in the USA and in other countries.
>> Provided by Society of Interventional Radiology
"Find an Interventional Radiologist" search tool
Search database for Physicians in the USA and in other countries.
>> Provided by American Academy of Ophthalmology
"Find an Ophthalmologist" search tool
Note: Select 'Retina — medical only' or 'Retina/Vitreous — medical & surgery' in the 'Subspecialty' drop-down menu.
Search database for Physicians in the USA and in other countries.
>> Provided by American Society of Retina Specialists
"Find a Retina Specialist" search tool
Search database for Physicians in the USA and in other countries.
>> Provided by American Academy of Ophthalmology
"Find an Ophthalmologist" search tool
Note: Select 'Oculofacial Plastics/Reconstructive' in the 'Subspecialty' drop-down menu.
Search database for Physicians in the USA and in other countries.
>> Provided by American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Search database for Physicians in the USA and in other countries.
The U.S. Federation of State Medical Boards' DocInfo.org website for the public contains "a database of verified information provided by state medical boards and national organizations that certify doctors." Search results provide a "profile report [at no cost] that includes Physician name and location; Medical school and graduation year; Medical license history; Medical specialty information; and Disciplinary and non-disciplinary actions taken by state medical boards." Note: Physician Assistants are also included in the database; use the "PA" search option.
The American Cancer Society provides information about things to think about when:
• "Choosing a Cancer Center or Hospital"
Additional Medical Care Self-Advocacy Information developed specifically for ocular melanoma patients is linked to on EyeMelanoma.org's Patient Empowerment webpage.
Writing down in advance what you want to discuss can help lower your stress level. Need some help getting started? Want to make sure you haven't missed an important topic?
• CURE OM has created a one-page handout of "Questions to Ask Your Doctor" — for Primary OM and for Metastatic OM.
• A list of questions to ask is also available in most of the Ocular Melanoma Guides for Patients shown at the beginning of EyeMelanoma.org's Diagnosis and Treatment webpage.
New information added to this webpage: October 27, 2025
All content and links to external sites re-verified on this webpage: October 1, 2025
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