UR Medicine Faculty
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(URMFG) consists of over 900 specialist and primary care providers spanning 19
departments.
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region. AHP offers a full range of care.
I chose oncology because of its richness and the ability to impact people's lives in a positive way. The field is unmatched in terms of the interpersonal relationships that are developed, medical complexity and research opportunities.
My philosophy is that optimal patient care stems from both...
I chose oncology because of its richness and the ability to impact people's lives in a positive way. The field is unmatched in terms of the interpersonal relationships that are developed, medical complexity and research opportunities.
My philosophy is that optimal patient care stems from both a thorough understanding of the disease process, as well as intimate knowledge of the patient as a human being. I continually work to deepen my relationships with patients in order to improve outcomes.
I am a regular person who is as comfortable coaching my kids' sports teams as I am with a stethoscope around my neck. I love spending time with my family, which includes my wife Ticia and children Caleb, Ava and Megan. My area of expertise includes myeloid leukemias.
Conditions I Treat
- Acute leukemia, all types - Chronic myeloid leukemia - Myelodysplastic syndrome - Myeloproliferative disorders including polycythemia vera, myelofibrosis and essential thrombocythemia
Certified Specialties
Medical Oncology
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Faculty Appointments
Professor
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Department of Medicine, Hematology/Oncology (SMD)
Professor
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Cancer Center - Joint
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Medical Oncology, Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. 2009 - 2011
Residency, Internal Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2006 - 2008
Internship, Internal Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2005 - 2006
Education
MD | University of Rochester School of Medicine/Dentistry (USA).2005
PhD | University of Rochester School of Medicine/Dentistry (USA).2004
Awards
James 14th Annual Scientific Meeting award for one of top 3 Translational Research Poster.2012
James V. Warren Award for accomplishments as the most outstanding research fellow in the Department of Internal Medicine.2011
ASH news daily author.2010
Distinction in research, Internal Medicine Residency Program.2008
Raphael Dolin Resident Research Award for dedication to patient care, critical scholarship, and teaching.2008
Rochester city-wide Internal Medicine resident poster day 1st place, scientific division.2007
Class of 1990 Resident Teaching Award.2007
: University of Rochester School of Medicine Class of 1976 Prize (In.2005
Arnold P. Gold Foundation 2004 Humanism in Medicine Essay contest-2nd prize.2004
Loh KP, Sanapala C, Jensen-Battaglia M, Rana A, Sohn MB, Watson E, Gilmore N, Klepin HD, Mendler JH, Liesveld J, Huselton E, LoCastro M, Susiarjo M, Netherby-Winslow C, Williams AM, Mustian K, Vertino P, Janelsins MC
European journal of medical research.. 2023 May 3028 (1):180. Epub 05/30/2023.
LoCastro M, Sanapala C, Mendler JH, Norton S, Bernacki R, Carroll T, Klepin H, Watson E, Liesveld J, Huselton E, O'Dwyer K, Baran A, Flannery M, Kluger BM, Loh KP
Journal of geriatric oncology.. 2023 January 14 (1):101374. Epub 09/10/2022.
Watson EE, Sanapala C, Cortes AM, Klepin HD, Wittink M, Norton SA, Richardson DR, Dale W, Magnuson A, Mendler JH, Liesveld JL, Huselton EJ, O'Dwyer KM, LeBlanc TW, El-Jawahri A, Wong M, Loh KP
Blood advances.. 2022 November 86 (21):5707-5710. Epub 1900 01 01.
Loh KP, Sanapala C, Janelsins M, Klepin HD, Schnall R, Culakova E, Sohn MB, Vertino P, Susiarjo M, Jensen-Battaglia M, Becker MW, Liesveld J, Mendler JH, Huselton E, Lin PJ, Mustian K
Journal of geriatric oncology.. 2022 May 13 (4):545-553. Epub 12/21/2021.
Loh KP, Sanapala C, Di Giovanni G, Klepin HD, Janelsins M, Schnall R, Culakova E, Vertino P, Susiarjo M, Mendler JH, Liesveld JL, Lin PJ, Dunne RF, Kleckner I, Mustian K, Mohile SG
Journal of geriatric oncology.. 2021 July 12 (6):909-914. Epub 03/04/2021.
Flannelly C, Tan BE, Tan JL, McHugh CM, Sanapala C, Lagu T, Liesveld JL, Aljitawi O, Becker MW, Mendler JH, Klepin HD, Stock W, Wildes TM, Artz A, Majhail NS, Loh KP
Biology of blood and marrow transplantation : journal of the American Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation.. 2020 December 26 (12):2335-2345. Epub 09/20/2020.
Loh KP, Ramsdale E, Culakova E, Mendler JH, Liesveld JL, O'Dwyer KM, McHugh C, Gilles M, Lloyd T, Goodman M, Klepin HD, Mustian KM, Schnall R, Mohile SG
JMIR cancer.. 2018 October 294 (2):e10296. Epub 10/29/2018.
Ho TC, LaMere M, Stevens BM, Ashton JM, Myers JR, O'Dwyer KM, Liesveld JL, Mendler JH, Guzman M, Morrissette JD, Zhao J, Wang ES, Wetzler M, Jordan CT, Becker MW
Blood.. 2016 September 29128 (13):1671-8. Epub 07/15/2016.
Lissy NA, Van Dyk LF, Becker-Hapak M, Vocero-Akbani A, Mendler JH, Dowdy SF
Immunity.. 1998 January 8 (1):57-65. Epub 1900 01 01.
Ratings & Comments
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Ratings
Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)
4.9 stars
Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others
4.9 stars
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.9 stars
Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care
4.9 stars
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.9 stars
Patient Comments
5.0 stars
Dr Mendler and Dr Love are both wonderful! I felt very heard and supported.
Nov 25, 2024
5.0 stars
Dr. Mendler and I had a great conversation about my condition. He explained what he felt were the challenges my disease has and where we are now.He listened to my concerns and I felt that he valued my input and the plan that has been put in place was mutually acceptable.
Nov 15, 2024
5.0 stars
I'm welcomed like a family member into this office
Nov 11, 2024
5.0 stars
I felt confident that the physician knew my record and understood my case and had a resolution
Oct 16, 2024
5.0 stars
They handle complex case with caring and dispatch
Sep 25, 2024
5.0 stars
Dr Mendler was not only supportive but was totally upbeat about my response to treatment. His positive attitude helped relieve my anxiety.
Sep 25, 2024
4.6 stars
He is very empathetic.
Sep 01, 2024
5.0 stars
Dr Mendler has been a blessing to me during this difficult time in my life. I can't thank him enough, and also Shaun, for their expertise and commitment to my care.
Aug 31, 2024
5.0 stars
Dr Mendler has taken the time to know me and my opinions. . To have a caring,knowledgeable Dr.,is comforting. We live in [...],wouldn't be treated by any other centerpositive it's the best place.
Aug 24, 2024
4.0 stars
No problem all were very helpful
Aug 24, 2024
5.0
Dr Mendler is maybe the best Dr I have engaged with. I ask lots of questions. Some are very complicated like my illness is. Dr Mendler has always answered any questions I have ever had in detail. That's what I need, Detail and being thorough with his explanations. I need facts and that's what I get. He is obviously exceptionally smart, and I feel blessed to have him as my care provider.
Aug 22, 2024
5.0
Very good
Aug 15, 2024
5.0
Dr. Mendler is [...] good communicator and is patient with questions. He looks and discusses overall care issues. Very fortunate to have him for a practitioner!
Jul 10, 2024
5.0
It is good to have a provider that also has normal health concerns and is able to relate through shared experiences.
Jun 08, 2024
5.0
The Dr. Is the best around
Mar 29, 2024
5.0
A very good communicator
Mar 23, 2024
3.8
There is so little known about VEXAS and treatment, but Dr. Mendler and Richardson are learning while guiding and much appreciated.
Mar 08, 2024
Dr. Jason Mendler is very knowledgeable and personable
Feb 16, 2024
5.0
Bedside manor was amazing. Made me feel comfortable about discussing my cancer.
Feb 04, 2024
5.0
Was the most through Dr I ever had
Feb 03, 2024
5.0
Dr. Mendler was very good
Dec 23, 2023
5.0
He is excellent in every way.
Dec 03, 2023
5.0
He was fabulous..
Nov 15, 2023
5.0
Can't say enough good about Dr. Mendler! He is excellent overall and we are thankful for his expertise and his relational skills.
Oct 27, 2023
4.6
Dr. Mendler was very approachable, listened well, and responded with what he knows - and what we still need to determine.
Aug 28, 2023
5.0
Provider is straight forward and direct with inquiries & directions; makes patient comfortable with understanding of diagnosis & treatment plans
Aug 09, 2023
5.0
Loved Dr. Mendler. He was fantastic. He explained everything and took as much time as we needed also great PR
Jul 26, 2023
5.0
Very pleasant experience. Did not feel rushed. All questions/concerns addressed.
Apr 10, 2023
5.0
Dr. Mendler made a difficult appointment a lot easier in his approach.
Apr 04, 2023
5.0
Again, the physician provider was outstanding by any measure and the Wilmot Cancer Institute Is fortunate to have him on their clinical team.
Mar 23, 2023
5.0
Provider was very knowledgeable about my condition & caring, compassionate.
Mar 07, 2023
5.0
Very good consultation.
Feb 13, 2023
5.0
Dr. Mendler couldn't have been more caring or responsive. He was everything a care provider should be. IThe scale doesn't go high enough to grade his level of care.
Jan 27, 2023
Very happy with the diagnosis and monitoring of my treatments. Dr Mendler was outstanding
Jan 26, 2023
5.0
He was honest even when we didn't like to hear it.... We appreciate being able to have an appt. every 6 mo. instead of oftener, as trips to Rochester are expensive.
Jan 25, 2023
5.0
Dr. Mendler treats me like family.
Nov 21, 2022
5.0
The provider was very good [...].
Oct 20, 2022
5.0
Dr. Mendler is caring, knowledgeable & willing to listen consistently.
Oct 19, 2022
5.0
Have great confidence in Dr. Mendler.
Oct 19, 2022
5.0
Dr. Mendler has a very calm, casual, engaging demeanor. He throughly explains what he believes to be your condition, tests that could clarify your current condition, and treatment options that might be pursued depending upon the outcome of additional tests.
Jul 27, 2022
5.0
He is very professional but listens to my input and clarifies questions very well
Jul 05, 2022
5.0
The team I have dealt with has answered all of my questions, discussed treatment and condition at length. Beyond what I ask. I have received excellent care - which is why I drive to Rochester [...]
Jun 14, 2022
5.0
Dr. Mendler is an excellent hematologist and physician
