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Charles Wendling

Charles Wendling, MD

Dr. Wendling joined Messino Cancer Centers in June 2024. He received his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine – Shreveport and completed an internal medicine internship and residency at Creighton University Medical Center. Upon completion, he pursued a hematology-oncology fellowship at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center – Shreveport. Dr. Wendling then served as a bone and marrow transplantation clinical fellow at Stanford University Medical Center.

With over 25 years of experience as a physician and over 15 years of specialization in oncology and hematology, Dr. Wendling is a triple-Board certified physician in internal medicine, hematology and medical oncology. He treats a wide range of cancer and blood disorders and has an additional focus on both malignant and benign hematologic conditions.

Dr. Wendling prioritizes a comprehensive and personalized approach to patient care by listening intently to patients to learn their histories and concerns. This approach ensures a treatment plan is provided tailored to the unique needs of each patient.

In his free time, Dr. Wendling enjoys reading, spending time outdoors and traveling with his wife and son.

Education:

Doctor of Medicine

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

Shreveport, Louisiana

Bachelor’s Degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology

Tulane University

New Orleans, Louisiana

Training:

Fellowship Blood & Bone Marrow Transplant

Stanford University Medical Center

Stanford, California

Fellowship Hematology and Oncology

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

Shreveport, Louisiana

Residency in Internal Medicine

Creighton University Medical Center

Omaha, Nebraska

Certification:

Board certified in Medical Oncology

Board certified in Hematology

Board certified in Internal Medicine

Memberships:

American Society of Clinical Oncology

American Society of Hematology

American Society of Transplantation and Cellular Therapy

Locations:

Available for appointments in Asheville and Franklin.