Bart A. Frizzell, MD
Bart A. Frizzell, MD
Conditions and Treatments
- Volumetric Arc Radiotherapy (VMAT)
- Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)
- Conformal External Beam Radiation Therapy
- Prostate Cancer
- Head & Neck Cancer
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Nasopharyngeal Cancer
- Oropharynx Cancer
- Parathyroid Cancer
- Pharynx Cancer
- Skin Cancer
- Testicular Cancer
- Heterotopic Bone
- Metastatic Spine Disease
- Anal Cancer
- Adrenal Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Neck Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Penile Cancer
- Salivary Glands Cancer
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Thymoma and Thymic Cancer
- Pain
- Metastatic Brain Disease
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- Bone Tumor
- Melanoma
- Oral Cancer
- Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer
- Peritoneal Malignancy
- Sebaceous Carcinoma
- Stomach Cancer
- Thyroid Cancer
- Metastatic Bone Disease
- Bone Cancer
Ratings and Reviews
4.7185 Ratings 69 Comments |
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| Listened to me | 4.8 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.8 |
| Addressed my questions and concerns | 4.7 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- November 7, 2023 Very thorough and knowledgeable. I trust him. Glad he’s my doctor.
- October 25, 2023 Excellent
- October 22, 2023 Dr. Frizzell took the time to explain options, reasons for recommended treatment, possible side effects, etc. I'm very satisfied with my first consultation with him.
- October 22, 2023 Dr Frizzell answered all my questions. It was a very important meeting for me
- October 22, 2023 Do not like the worry about where to park in order to be on time for appt.
- October 17, 2023 Outstanding
- October 17, 2023 Hope the support and great care continues. I feel as though I am in very good hands.
- October 15, 2023 Prior to my meeting Dr Frizzell about my cancer , I had plenty of questions. By the time he was done thoroughly explaining the procedure/process, he had covered almost all my concerns. Excellent job , great bedside manner, don't change anything!!
- September 17, 2023 He was very thorough in helping me understand my options.
- September 12, 2023 Very professional. Gave a complete response to all my questions. I highly recommend this physician.
- September 11, 2023 Dr. Frizzell is one of the most caring, professional and thorough Doctors I’ve had. His passion for what he does and the care in puts into his patients is unmatched. He should be recognized!
- September 3, 2023 Explained everything, asked if I had questions. Answered all my daughter's questions.
- August 31, 2023 I trust him. I felt like he and his team were there for me in every way.
- August 16, 2023 Dr. Frizzell was very helpful in explaining all our options and the specifics of Merkel cell carcinoma in a manor that was easily understood.
- August 13, 2023 Dr. Frizzell very knowledgeable and very caring. I am fortunate to have him in charge of my care!
- August 9, 2023 Dr. Frizzel explained everything very plainly to us and answered all of our questions. We are very comfortable and trust Dr. Frizzel
- August 3, 2023 Muy seco con mi problema y el servicio de intérprete no funsiono
- August 3, 2023 Clearly explained his plan for treatment.
- August 3, 2023 We were very comfortable with his explanations and treatment suggestions.
- August 3, 2023 DR. Frizzell explained what my situation was and gave all options for treatments and answered all questions asked. Also personally called when I wanted to staart treatment.
- July 26, 2023 Dr. Frizzell is extremely knowledgeable in the field of oncology and is able to explain the most complex issues surrounding my treatment. He is empathetic and yet very professional. I am fortunate to be under his care.
- July 26, 2023 Very personable and gave me a feeling of confidence
- July 20, 2023 Asked good questions and explained his recommendations clearly.
- July 19, 2023 He is probably an excellent clinician but needs to speak with patient in first person language while student physicians are attending patient sessions.
- July 16, 2023 DR.FRIZZELL WAS VERY FRIENDLY AND WAS VERY INFORMATIVE.
- July 11, 2023 Very understanding
- July 3, 2023 Very thorough; gave me confidence to move forward.
- July 2, 2023 Dr. Friizzell explained every thing very carefully, answered all questions and in a way they way the could be understood. I felt like I was talking to a friend some one who cared and his intern was the same.
- July 2, 2023 Thoughtful doc who took the time to give me pertinent details addressing my nuances. He spoke to me without condescending even though he has probably given this 'talk' a thousand times...it was my first. I appreciate his skill and knowledge, and experience. Also impressed by his sense of humor!
- June 22, 2023 Very professional. Explained everything and told me what I needed to do.
- June 5, 2023 Dr Frizzell was great. He was thorough and explained everything in a way that was easily understood. He explained all the options and all the side effects that may/may not happen. He then made me feel more confident in my choices.
- May 22, 2023 He has an easy bedside manner and explains things in a way that is easy to understand.
- May 21, 2023 Dr. Frizzell is absolutely the one doctor any person would want on their team when it’s comes to something as serious as cancer. In my opinion His knowledge and experience is far beyond other doctors in his field so when it came time to save my life I was the luckiest person alive to have gotten Dr. Frizzell as one of my Doctors to treat my cancer. I tell him every time I leave his office how much I appreciate from deep down in my heart how much I deeply appreciate him and his entire team for the job they did for me and my family.
- May 21, 2023 The doctor explained procedures very clearly.
- May 21, 2023 Dr Frizzell greeted me almost like an old friend. We talked for a few minutes before he got into the details of my situation and he was very informative. He was very attentive to my concerns. I’m comfortable with his decisions.
- May 17, 2023 Took the time to explain alternatives. Allowed my daughter MD to participate via phone. answered all our questions.
- May 17, 2023 Explained my procedure in detail and made me very comfortable in his office. Very knowledgeable and friendly and assured me they would do everything possible to try and solve my problem. Best staff ever.
- May 3, 2023 Walking encyclopedia of radiation oncology
- April 30, 2023 felt very lucky to have him for my Doctor I felt he was very up to date on treatment and I feel that I am getting very good care from him
- April 30, 2023 Dr. Frizzell has always been very professional each time I saw him. He takes a personal interest in his patients and their care. He explains everything in detail that is easy to understand. He always takes the time to listen to his patients. He answers any questions that I might have. I have felt very privileged to have had Dr. Frizzell as my provider. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
- April 28, 2023 Dr Frizzell was very concise in giving me the three options I have.
- April 27, 2023 -Very Patient -Kind -Thorough -Knowledgeable
- April 20, 2023 Dr Frizzell is very helpful and informative with information regarding your progress at each visit.
- April 16, 2023 He is very thorough in going over all your tests and results and answers any questions or concerns that you may have.
- April 16, 2023 Dr Frizzell is always very thorough in asking questions about my current health and answers all my questions
- April 10, 2023 He told it like it is, and that was much appreciated
- April 5, 2023 I am so thankful that our roads lead us to doctor to Doc Frizzell. He is the full package, with what you are looking for in a physician. He is very meticulous, very intelligent, leaving no wrinkle the current condition, the prognosis, the choices that are available to the patient; explaining complete information about each choice. The conversations were engaging, to the point, and informative . He has a wonderful attitude, a terrific manner about himself, and completely considerate and respectful of the patient . He actually likes what he does, and it comes across. We did not feel like we were a number or part of a cattle call. You don’t find many of these qualities in current physicians. Thank you Dr. Frizzell for just being you.
- March 31, 2023 Dr. Frizzell's medical care is excellent. I rely unconditionally on his diagnoses, advice and treatment.
- March 27, 2023 Knowledgeable and understanding. Understood and explained my condition.
- March 26, 2023 He makes you feel you are his only patient
- March 18, 2023 Nice guy very knowledgeable
- March 7, 2023 Dr Frizell is a very thorough and caring physician. Very thankful for the time he takes to explain what is going on and what needed for my care
- March 7, 2023 Dr Frizzell was very thorough and gave me all options available. He listened to all my concerns and I felt comfortable with him being in charge of my treatments
- March 6, 2023 I question why he would recommend radical surgery when the urologist recommended active monitoring over the next 18 months. He made assumptions using the same data from the biopsy and concluded surgery was the best option? This does not sit well with me.
- March 1, 2023 very knowledgeable and personable
- February 28, 2023 Doctor was very knowledgeable about my symptoms and explained it to me.
- February 12, 2023 I appreciate the full and complete explanation on what the process would contain
- February 10, 2023 Dr. Frizzell is friendly, very professional as well but doesn't mind a little small talk to set me at ease.
- January 30, 2023 Dr. Frizzell explained everything very well and asked if I had questions. He was very kind and caring. He gave me the best physical assessment I have had in a long time from a physician. I left feeling like I was well taken care of.
- January 30, 2023 Great Dr explain my situations and gave me wise counsel
- January 30, 2023 Dr. Frizzell was knowledgeable, direct, and responsive to all of my questions.
- January 26, 2023 Dr. Frizzle was very personable and knowledgeable. He listened carefully to any concerns I had. I felt very confident in his care.
- January 23, 2023 Dr. Frizell is very knowledgable and compassionate. He takes the time to explain our course of treatment.
- January 9, 2023 Very thorough examination and helpful in answering my questions.
- December 24, 2022 Good
- December 22, 2022 Doctor Fizzell is very knowledgeable and experienced in treating patience with this type of medical issues. Always willing and thorough in explaining your diagnosis with recommending treatment and guide thru to process from beginning to end.
- December 20, 2022 Dr. Frizzell explain my condition and treatment in a way that was easily understood also he took time to answer all my questions in detail. I didn??t feel have rushed. Very good experience.
- December 19, 2022 He is very professional ,explains everything in an easily understood way and he has a very good bedside manner.
- December 15, 2022 Dr. Frizzell appeared knowledgeable & explained things in terms I could understand. He was also very thorough.
Locations
Credentials
Education
- BS, David Lipscomb University, 1992
- MD, University of Tennessee College of Medicine, 1996
Residency
- Methodist Central Hospital, 1997
- Medical University of South Carolina Medical Center, 2001
Board Certifications
- American Board of Radiolog, American Board of Radiology
- American Board of Radiology, American Board of Radiology
- American Board of Radiology - Radiation Oncology
Positions
- Physician
- Clinical Associate Professor, Radiation Oncology
- Clinical Associate Professor, Urology
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Research
- Simple and Rapid Creation of Customized 3-dimensional Printed Bolus Using iPhone X True Depth Camera. LeCompte MC, Chung SA, McKee MM, Marshall TG, Frizzell B, Parker M, Blackstock AW, Farris MK. Pract Radiat Oncol. ; 9(4):e417-e421.
- Omitting Elective Irradiation of the Contralateral Retropharyngeal Nodes in Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma Treated with Intensity-modulated Radiotherapy. Nagatsuka M, Hughes RT, Shenker RF, Frizzell BA, Greven KM. . 2019 Jan; 11(1):e3825.
- A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial of Fruit and Vegetable Concentrates on Intermediate Biomarkers in Head and Neck Cancer. Datta M, Shaw EG, Lesser GJ, Case LD, Vitolins MZ, Schneider C, Frizzell B, Sullivan C, Lively M, Franzmann E, Hu JJ. Integr Cancer Ther. 2018 03; 17(1):115-123.
- Impact of bladder volume on radiation dose to the rectum in the definitive treatment of prostate cancer. Frizzell B, Lovato J, Foster J, Towers A, Lucas J, Able C. J Community Support Oncol. 2015 Aug; 13(8):288-91.
- Dietary and serum lycopene levels in prostate cancer patients undergoing intensity-modulated radiation therapy. Datta M, Taylor ML, Frizzell B. J Med Food. 2013 Dec; 16(12):1131-7.