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  • Internal Medicine, Oncology
  • 46 years of experience
  • Messino Cancer Centers Asheville 551 Brevard Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
  • (828) 212-7021

Brief Intro

Known as "the soul of the practice," Dr. Messino’s vision has helped guide Cancer Care of Western North Carolina into a remarkable place of healing and hope. He is known for doing whatever it takes to ensure that his patients receive the very best treatment possible. His patients also appreciate the time he takes with each office visit to ensure that every question and concern is answered completely. Dr. Messino graduated from Kent State University, Kent, Ohio with a BA in Biological Science. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the Medical School at Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. His internship and residency were completed at East Carolina School of Medicine, Greenville, North Carolina, where he held the distinction of being Chief Resident. He returned to Ohio State University for his Fellowship in Hematology/Oncology. Dr. Messino has been practicing with Cancer Care of WNC since 1990. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Oncology and board-eligible in Hematology. Dr. Messino is a member of the American Medication Association, American College of Physicians, North Carolina Medical Society, Piedmont Oncology Associates, and Southeast Community Cancer Consortium, and is currently the vice-chairman of the Oncology Service Line at Mission St. Joseph’s Hospital.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Ohio State University Medical Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health - 1979

Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health - 1979

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • Messino Cancer Centers Asheville
  • 551 Brevard Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
  • Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Oncology
  • Internal Medicine

Conditions Addressed

  • Testicular Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
  • Malignant Neoplasm of Colon
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Uterine Cancer
  • Malignant Neoplasm of Female Breast
  • Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Leukemia
  • Anemia
  • Iron Deficiency Anemia
  • Multiple Myeloma
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Procedures Performed

  • Chemotherapy
  • Blood transfusion

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Integra
  • AmeriHealth
  • Meritain Health
  • Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Tricare
  • Aetna
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Wellcare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • Cancer 22
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 20
  • Orthopedics 43
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 29
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 39
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 48
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 22
  • Children's Hospital 8
  • Urology 37
  • Psychiatry 40
  • Geriatrics 41
  • Rehabilitation 22
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 8
  • Ophthalmology 1
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 5
  • Rheumatology 2
  • Long Term Care 7
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 36