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Antonio Carlos Wolff

Antonio Carlos Wolff, MD

Medical Oncology

Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • French
  • Portuguese
  • Spanish
  • English

Gender

Male

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Antonio Carlos Wolff

Professional Titles

  • Co-Director, Breast & Gynecologic Cancer Program
  • Co-Director, Women's Wellness & Healthy Aging Program

Primary Academic Title

Professor of Oncology

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Dr. Antonio Wolff is internationally recognized for his work on breast cancer biomarkers, including HER2. As a practicing oncologist and clinical translational researcher, his research has been pivotal to improve the quality of breast cancer biomarker testing in breast cancer, including HER2 and estrogen receptor testing. Among his leadership accomplishments is ensuring that sophisticated laboratory findings are translated into improved clinical care in breast cancer. He is a Fellow of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), a Komen Scholar and a Breast Cancer Research Foundation investigator. He has served as associate editor for Journal of Clinical Oncology, and serves on the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Guideline Steering Committee. He is a leader of the Translational Breast Cancer Research Consortium (TBCRC), and one of the principal investigators of the Evolutionary Clinical Trial for Novel Biomarker-Driven Therapies (EVOLVE) in Metastatic Breast Cancer, which was one of the three disease groups recently awarded by ARPA-H to conduct innovative trials using Advanced Analysis for Precision Cancer Therapy (ADAPT). After many years of service as Breast Committee Chair in the ECOG-ACRIN Clinical Trial Network of the National Cancer Institute (NCI), he was elected in 2024 as Co-Chair of the NCI Breast Cancer Steering Committee and appointed to the international steering committee of the Oxford Overview Collaborative, which are positions aimed at advancing clinical trials in breast cancer. At Johns Hopkins, he is an elected member of the Miller Coulson Academy of Clinical Excellence and was honored during the 125th Anniversary Living the Hopkins Mission celebrations of the JHU School of Medicine.

Clinical Trial Keywords

breast cancer, biomarkers, survivorship

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Recent News Articles and Media Coverage

Why Clinical Trials? Because they matter, X (October 12, 2022)

Additional Academic Titles

Professor of Pathology

Research Interests

Breast Cancer, Cancer Biomarkers, Clinical Trials, Cancer Survivorship

Selected Publications

  • Wolff AC, Blackford AL, Visvanathan K, Rugo HS, Moy B, Goldstein LJ, Stockerl-Goldstein K, Neumayer L, Langbaum TS, Theriault RL, Hughes ME, Weeks JC, Karp JE. Risk of marrow neoplasms after adjuvant breast cancer therapy: the national comprehensive cancer network experience. J Clin Oncol. 2015 Feb 1;33(4):340-8. doi: 10.1200/JCO.2013.54.6119. Epub 2014 Dec 22. PMID: 25534386 

  • Wolff AC, Somerfield MR, Dowsett M, Hammond MEH, Hayes DF, McShane LM, Saphner TJ, Spears PA, Allison KH. Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor 2 Testing in Breast Cancer: ASCO-College of American Pathologists Guideline Update. J Clin Oncol. 2023 Jun 7:JCO2202864. doi: 10.1200/JCO.22.02864. Online ahead of print. PMID: 37284804

  • Kim HS, Umbricht CB, Illei PB, Cimino-Mathews A, Cho S, Chowdhury N, Figueroa-Magalhaes MC, Pesce C, Jeter SC, Mylander C, Rosman M, Tafra L, Turner BM, Hicks DG, Jensen TA, Miller DV, Armstrong DK, Connolly RM, Fetting JH, Miller RS, Park BH, Stearns V, Visvanathan K, Wolff AC, Cope L. Optimizing the Use of Gene Expression Profiling in Early-Stage Breast Cancer. J Clin Oncol. 2016 Dec 20;34(36):4390-4397. doi: 10.1200/JCO.2016.67.7195. Epub 2016 Oct 31. PMID: 27998227 

  • Santa-Maria CA, Wolff AC. Antibody-Drug Conjugates in Breast Cancer: Searching for Magic Bullets. J Clin Oncol. 2023 Feb 1;41(4):732-735. doi: 10.1200/JCO.22.02217. Epub 2022 Nov 29. PMID: 36446052

  • Visvanathan K, Cope L, Fackler MJ, Considine M, Sokoll L, Carey LA, Forero-Torres A, Ingle JN, Lin NU, Nanda R, Storniolo AM, Tulac S, Venkatesan N, Wu NC, Marla S, Campbell S, Bates M, Umbricht CB, Wolff AC, Sukumar S. Evaluation of a Liquid Biopsy-Breast Cancer Methylation (LBx-BCM) Cartridge Assay for Predicting Early Disease Progression and Survival: TBCRC 005 Prospective Trial. Clin Cancer Res. 2023 Feb 16;29(4):784-790. doi: 10.1158/1078-0432.CCR-22-2128. PMID: 36534524

Honors

  • Scholar, Susan G Komen Foundation, 4/1/23
  • Member, JHU Miller Coulson Academy of Clinical Excellence, 4/1/18
  • Recipient, NCI Cancer Clinical Investigator Team Leadership Award, 7/1/10
  • Fellow, American Society of Clinical Oncology, 6/1/10
  • Fellow, American College of Physicians, 7/1/04

Memberships

  • American Society of Clinical Oncology
  • European Society of Medical Oncology

Professional Activities

  • ECOG-ACRIN Breast Cancer Committee, Chair, 1/1/18
  • The Journal of Clinical Oncology, Associate Editor for Breast Cancer, 1/1/12 - 6/30/22

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
    • 10803 Falls Road, Pavilion III STE 1500, Lutherville, MD 21093
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  2. Skip Viragh Outpatient Cancer Center
    • 201 North Broadway Street, Viragh BLDG 10th FL, Baltimore, MD 21287
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Medical Oncology, 1995
  • Fellowship: Barnes-Jewish Health, Hematology and Oncology, 1992
  • Residency: The Mount Sinai Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1991
  • Residency: MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1990
  • Medical Education: Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, MD, 1986

Board Certifications

  • Medical Oncology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1995

Insurance

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  • First Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthSmart/Accel
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  • MultiPlan
  • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
  • Point Comfort Underwriters
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

98 ratings, 37 reviews

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

Overall Rating by Patient
Provider Listened Carefully
Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
Provider Spent Enough Time
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2026

    He is one of best doctors I have seen in a long time. He was very easy to talk to. He was very detailed. He provided me with all the test I needed to start my treatmentplan. I am very pleased with him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2026

    Dr. Wolff is wonderful! He listens intently on what I'm saying about my issue and makes me feel like I'm a part of this process on my care. He always explains things in a way that makes sure I understand and he makes me feel comfortable to speak up about my health.

    1 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2026

    I have been a patient of Dr Antonio Wolff's since 2014. I see him every year and every year he is Never on time. I always have to wait over 40 minutes or more.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    Dr Wolff is the most caring and concerned physician that I have ever had. He is wonderful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/12/2026

    He was very friendly and helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    I feel very fortunate to have been under Dr Wolff's care. He has been kind, and grounded, and a companion for me during my cancer journey. I trust him. We have intelligent conversations about the most recent findings in the field as they pertain to my situation. I feel seen. Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    I'm very grateful for the time, attention, and expertise everyone on the oncology team provided.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Every doctor should be as good as Dr. Wolff!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    In a lifetime of or having had Medical care, I have never had a more caring physician or physician assistant care then I had with Dr Wolff and assistant [staff]. They are over the top! His team are all very caring and patient with a person as I that's going through cancer.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    Excellent in all respects

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    Dr. Wolff is an exceptional oncologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Very knowledgeable and helpful provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Dr Wolff is a compassionate, knowledgeable provider who takes his time with you and listens to you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Excellent oncologist. Very happy with Him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    I felt positive after meeting with Dr. Wolff. The conversation was calm and pleasant- no stress. Dr Wolff provided and discussed my treatment plan. I felt confident.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    A very good experience with Dr Wolff- and all ppl involved-- highly satisfied

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    Excellent consultation for stage IV cancer. Dr. Wolff listened carefully and asked questions appropriately.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Dr. Wolff, whom I met for the first time at this visit, was incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, and kind. He explained my situation with great clarity, was a great listener, and absolutely did not rush through this appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Kind, very knowledgable, relatable, listens, understands

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Always late

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    He has never been on time or even close for any visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Dr Wolfe is great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    Very comfortable with Dr Wolff

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    Dr. Wolff always gives me plenty of time and never makes me feel rushed. He reviews my results with me and makes sure I understand all of his decisions. He has a terrific bedside manner and makes me feel very much at ease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    ACW helped save my life and is an amazing oncologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Easy to talk. Listen carefully to my concerns.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    He makes sure I get the best tests and follow up needed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    Dr Wolff has been my doctor for many years. I always feel comfortable with him. He is an OUTSTANDING doctor! He explains everything, listens to your concerns and is personable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Very respectful and caring

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    The provider was warm, courteous, competent and engaged. I appreciated that he did not rush through the visit, he took time to respond to my comments and questions. I also appreciated that he was considerate of my specific medical history in regard to recommendations for my care/treatment going forward rather than just sticking to the typical protocol/standards of care based on my cancer diagnosis and treatment thus far

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    Dr Wolff took time to discuss and explain clearly the medical issues related to my disease. He was caring and answered all questions I had.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    Repeat visits. Always positive & informative a

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    I see Dr. Wolff only for breast cancer related issues. He is always thorough, respectful, and pleasant. He also ensures that I know what he is doing/thinking, and coordinates well with others of my cancer team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    Provider listened well, was not rushed, explained everything in a very communicable manner.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/15/2025

    Dr Wolff is knowledgeable and offers good information and advice. But I always have to wait at least an hour, sometimes two! My time is valuable also.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/23/2025

    Dr Wolff is excellent. He is easy to talk to, and he listens. He works ""with"" the patient.