Our Spruce Pine location is temporarily closed. For continued patient care and new patient referrals, our physicians and staff remain fully available at nearby locations to accommodate appointments, support care, and answer questions as needed. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time.

For new appointments call 833.758.0023

Rachel Raab

Telehealth calls available now

Please call the office to schedule your telehealth visit today. For scheduled appointments, start a telehealth call with Dr. Raab.

Rachel Raab, MD

Dr. Rachel Raab joined Dr. Messino in practice at Cancer Care of WNC in June 2015. She is dedicated to providing the most advanced cancer therapies, utilizing state-of-the-art clinical trials, and focused on providing personal and individualized care to each patient.  Dr. Raab is passionate about sharing her knowledge and partnering with her patients in Western North Carolina as they navigate through the care process.

★★★★★
She listens and she is very thorough. I came here from another practice where the doctor made me feel foolish for asking questions. It's nice not to have to worry about that here. Dr. Raab is very understanding.
Susan W.
★★★★★
I am very well cared for here. Even though I am not at my best right now, I feel seen as more than a diagnosis. Thank you.
Andrea L.
★★★★★
Very knowledgeable, detailed, kind and welcomes questions. Never makes you feel rushed A+++
Elizabeth T.
★★★★★
Takes the time to check on you, conveys caring, calm nature, inspires and is confident.
Ann-Marie M.
★★★★★
Calm and supportive. Responsive to concerns.
Stacy C.
★★★★★
Very sweet and caring.
Tina H.
★★★★★
Personal touch- caring attitude.
Vicki G.
★★★★★
Love Dr. Raab- explains exactly how we need to hear it.
Kathy W.

Education:

Residency and Fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology:

Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center

Bronx, New York

Internship Internal Medicine:

University of Vermont, Fletcher Allen Healthcare

Burlington, Vermont

Doctor of Medicine:

East Carolina University

Greenville, North Carolina

Bachelor of Arts, History Major:

Vanderbilt University

Nashville, Tennessee

Certification:

Board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology

Memberships:

American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

North Carolina Medical Society

Sub-Specialty Interests:

Dr. Raab has a special interest and expertise in breast and gynecologic malignancies.

Hobbies:

Outside of work, Dr. Raab loves spending time with her husband and son and enjoys outdoor activities, cooking, reading and traveling.

Locations:

Available for appointments in Asheville.