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Dr. William Skinner, MD

Dr. William Skinner, MD

Medical Oncology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. William Skinner, MD is a medical oncologist in Paducah, KY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY D'ABIDJAN / COLLEGE OF MEDICINE in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital and Baptist Health Paducah. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Mercy Health - Paducah Cancer Center

285 Medical Center Dr Paducah, KY 42003
Telehealth available

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(270) 441-4343

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Skinner is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah Paducah, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Skinner specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Skinner's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Skinner

3.6

27 ratings, 17 with a written review
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  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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biography

Dr. William Skinner, MD is a medical oncologist in Paducah, KY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY D'ABIDJAN / COLLEGE OF MEDICINE in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy...read more

  • Medical Oncology

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  • University D'abidjan / College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Mercy Health - Paducah Cancer Center

Mercy Health - Paducah Cancer Center285 Medical Center Dr Paducah, KY 42003
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Livingston Hospital

    131 Hospital Dr
    Salem, KY 42078

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    92%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Baptist Health Paducah

    2501 Kentucky Ave
    Paducah, KY 42003
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital

    1530 Lone Oak Rd
    Paducah, KY 42003
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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