The 20 Best Breast Cancer Doctors Near Me in Valhalla, NY

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The 20 Best Breast Cancer Doctors near Valhalla, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 187 doctor with experience in Breast Cancer near Valhalla, NY. Of these, 106 are Experienced, 45 are Advanced, 33 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Breast Cancer
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Elite in Breast Cancer
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Westchester

    500 Westchester Ave, 
    West Harrison, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrea Barrio is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in West Harrison, New York. Dr. Barrio is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Lymphedema, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Barrio is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Breast Cancer
    Elite in Breast Cancer

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Westchester

    500 Westchester Ave, 
    West Harrison, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Diana Lake is an Oncologist in West Harrison, New York. Dr. Lake is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET). Dr. Lake is currently accepting new patients.

    Abraham Mittelman
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer

    WPHPA Medical Oncology

    2 Longview Avenue, 4th Floor, 
    White Plains, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hungarian
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mittelman earned his medical degree from his medical degree from Mt. Sinai School of Medicine. He completed his internship at Elmhurst Hospital Center, Queens, and his internal medicine residency at State University of NY Health Science Center, Brooklyn. He completed a fellowship in oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in July 1983. Dr. Mittelman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer.

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    Preya Ananthakrishnan
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer

    WPHPA Breast Surgery

    2 Longview Avenue, 4th Floor, 
    White Plains, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Tamil

    Dr. Ananthakrishnan, Director of Breast Surgery, is a fellowship-trained breast surgeon whose practice is dedicated to the treatment of breast disease. She has extensive experience, previously serving on the faculty of the Cleveland Clinic and Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. She was the director of the Breast Surgery Fellowship at Columbia, and used her expertise to train the next generation of breast surgeons. She is the author of numerous publications on breast cancer surgery, and has presented her research at national and international meetings. Dr. Ananthakrishnan is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, and a member of the Society of Surgical Oncology. Dr. Ananthakrishnan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.

    Karen Green
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Hematology
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Hematology

    WPHPA Cancer And Blood Specialists Of New York

    2 Longview Avenue, 3rd Floor, 
    White Plains, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Karen Green graduated from New York University School of Medicine in 1988 and received residency training in Internal Medicine at The New York Hospital/Cornell Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. She completed a fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Cornell Medical Center. After completing her training in 1995, she spent eight years on the full-time faculty at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Cornell Medical Center, where she served as Assistant Professor of Medicine and specialized in breast cancer. Dr. Green is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    Sara Sadan
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer

    WPHPA Oncology & Hematology

    2 Longview Avenue, 2nd Floor, 
    White Plains, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Offers Telehealth

    Sara Sadan, M.D. is the Director for Breast and Women's Cancers at White Plains Hospital. Dr. Sadan received her medical degree from the Hebrew University, Hadassah Medical School in Jerusalem, Israel in 1984. Dr. Sadan spent four years at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in basic and clinical research and in clinical trials and subsequently did her fellowship in oncology and hematology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. Dr. Sadan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma.

    Dan Costin
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer

    WPHPA Cancer And Blood Specialists Of New York

    2 Longview Avenue, 3rd Floor, 
    White Plains, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Dan Costin is Director of the White Plains Hospital Center for Cancer Care. He has been practicing medical oncology and hematology in Westchester since 1993. He received his B.S. in biochemistry at the University of California in Los Angeles and his medical degree at the University of California in San Francisco. He completed his internal medicine residency at Beth Israel Hospital in Boston in 1990, his fellowship in medical oncology at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda in 1991, and his fellowship in hematology at New York University in 1993. He has been an attending physician at White Plains Hospital since 1993 and served as section chief of the department of Hematology-Oncology from 1999 to 2007. Dr. Costin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Chondrosarcoma, Osteosarcoma, and Angiosarcoma.

    Randy Stevens
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    White Plains Hospital Center For Cancer Care

    2 Longview Avenue, 
    White Plains, NY 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Stevens is Director of Radiation Oncology at White Plains Hospital Center for Cancer Care. Dr. Stevens specializes in the management of breast and gynecologic cancers, prostate, lung, rectal, esophageal, pancreatic, bladder, central nervous system, myeloma and hematologic malignancies. Dr. Stevens has expertise in the use of numerous advanced radiotherapy treatment techniques, including stereotactic ablative radiotherapy/stereotactic body radiotherapy (SABR/SBRT), intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT), image guided radiation therapy (IGRT), stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), 3D-conformal radiotherapy (3D-CRT) and brachytherapy for breast, gynecologic and other malignancies. Dr. Stevens is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Anal Cancer, and Vulvar Cancer.

    Pond R. Kelemen
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Surgery At Phelps, 777 North Broadway

    777 North Broadway, Suite 301, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pond Remsen Kelemen, MD, is a surgical oncologist focused on breast surgery with over two decades of experience. He also offers comprehensive surgical treatment of skin cancer, with a focus on Melanoma.Dr. Kelemen was interested in medicine from a young age, volunteering at his local hospital and working as an orderly throughout high school and college. He went on to complete an anatomic pathology residency at University of Illinois at Chicago, a general surgery residency at University of Chicago Hospitals, and a surgical oncology fellowship at The John Wayne Cancer Institute in California. His career experience includes over 20 years as a cancer surgeon who now focuses his practice and research on breast health, high risk screening and management of breast cancers, melanoma and other skin cancers.Dr. Kelemen joined Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Care Center at Northern Westchester Hospital and Physician Partners Breast Surgery at Phelps in 2021. He works as part of a highly skilled, interdisciplinary team, including medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and genetic specialists to develop individualized treatment plans. Patients can promptly receive imaging, biopsy, consultations and treatment all without leaving their community. When it comes to his patients, Dr. Kelemen prides himself on his communication skills and even taught himself to speak Spanish to better connect with more patients.Passionate about research, Dr. Kelemen has completed studies on the techniques of intraoperative radiation, as well as the use of genotyping in early breast cancer. Studying the genetic makeup of tumors allows us to personalized treatment as much possible when it comes to diagnosis and treatment, says Dr. Kelemen. He has presented at national conferences and is widely published on these topics.Dr. Kelemen is also an associate professor of surgery at Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, where he teaches students the importance of character. To become a doctor, you have to learn about organic chemistry, he says. But what are you going to do at 3 in the morning when you have a problem that's hard to solve? How are you going to treat that patient at that time? Tenacity and devotion are among the most important things in medicine. Dr. Kelemen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Andrew Y. Ashikari
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Surgery At Phelps, 777 North Broadway

    777 North Broadway, Suite 301, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Andrew Ashikari, MD, FACS, is a nationally acclaimed surgical oncologist with over 25 years of clinical practice in the New York metropolitan region.Dr. Ashikari's state-of-the-art care includes nipple-sparing mastectomy, a procedure he says enhances cosmetic outcome and provides effective medical benefit for women with breast cancer or who want to reduce hereditary risk. His expertise in this surgery is unparalleled-his team has performed some of the highest volumes of nipple sparing mastectomies than any breast center in the world.""I wanted to be a doctor from a young age,"" says Dr. Ashikari, who was inspired by his physician father. ""He started his breast cancer practice in Westchester back when there really was no such thing as a breast surgery practice.""Dr. Ashikari completed a surgical oncology fellowship at the University of Chicago and an internship and general surgery residency at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He then served as director of the Ashikari Breast Center in Dobbs Ferry and Cortlandt Manor, NY, before joining Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Care Center at Northern Westchester Hospital and Physician Partners Breast Surgery at Phelps in 2021.Dr. Ashikari works with a highly skilled, interdisciplinary team, including medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists and genetic specialists to develop individualized treatment plans. Patients can promptly receive imaging, biopsy, surgical consultation, medical and radiation oncology consultations, and genetic information-all without leaving their community.Dr. Ashikari is widely published and has completed research on a variety of topics and clinical protocols, including breast cancer, prevention for high-risk patients, breast reconstruction, implants, and intraoperative radiotherapy. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, the Society of Surgical Oncology, the New York Surgical Society, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the New York Metropolitan Breast Group and the American Society of Breast Surgeons.When it comes to his patients, Dr. Ashikari says it's all about exceptional expertise-and a personal touch. ""Our team has so many years of valuable experience, and each team member is directly involved in patient care,"" he says. ""We're here to help them in every possible way.""". Dr. Ashikari is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Breast Infection, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Anna W. Komorowski
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Hematology Oncology At Phelps

    777 North Broadway, Suite 102, 207, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish

    Anna Komorowski is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Dr. Komorowski is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Robert J. Raniolo
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Specialties At Phelps, 777 North Broadway

    777 North Broadway, Suite 204, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Robert Raniolo is a General Surgeon in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Dr. Raniolo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Yael S. Zack
    Advanced in Breast Cancer
    Hematology
    Advanced in Breast Cancer
    Hematology

    WPHPA Oncology & Hematology

    2 Longview Avenue, 2nd Floor, 
    White Plains, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Yael Zack is a member of White Plains Hospital Physician Associates, Oncology & Hematology of White Plains. Dr. Zack is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Anemia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

    Heather L. Katz
    Advanced in Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Hematology Oncology At Phelps

    777 North Broadway, Suite 102, 207, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Heather Katz, DO, FACOI, FACP, is a board-certified hematologist and medical oncologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of solid tumors and hematologic malignancies. Her clinical expertise includes cancers of the breast, gastrointestinal tract, head and neck, genitourinary system, lung, and gynecologic organs, as well as hematologic conditions such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. Dr. Katz is committed to delivering comprehensive, evidence-based care grounded in compassion and respect for each patient’s individual journey. She emphasizes shared decision-making, continuity of care, and clear communication to empower patients and their families throughout treatment and survivorship. Dr. Katz earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology, with a minor in Human Development, from the State University of New York at Geneseo. She received her medical degree from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Parker, Colorado, and completed her internal medicine residency at Broward Health Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where she served as Chief Resident and was named Resident of the Year. She went on to complete her fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology at Marshall University’s Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine in Huntington, West Virginia, serving as Chief Fellow in her final year. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, and Hematology by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Katz is a Fellow of both the American College of Osteopathic Internists and the American College of Physicians. She has presented at numerousnational oncology conferences and is the author of over 15 peer-reviewed publications in the medical literature. Dr. Katz is dedicated not only to clinical excellence but also to advancing the field of oncology through research, education, and mentorship. Her patients recognize her for her thoughtful bedside manner, personalized treatment planning, and unwavering commitment to high-quality care. . Dr. Katz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Clear Cell Sarcoma, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

    Ranjana Chaterji
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    General Surgery | Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    General Surgery | Orthopedics

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Care Center At Northern Westchester

    400 East Main Street, 
    Mount Kisco, NY 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bengali, Norwegian

    "Dr. Ranjana Chaterji practices at Northern Westchester Hospital. She specializes in the comprehensive, minimally invasive, and compassionate treatment of benign and malignant breast disease. Her offices are located in Mt Kisco and Yorktown. Dr. Chaterji is passionate about getting to know her patients and following their journeys, which is why she chose to specialize in breast surgery.When a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer, she may feel worried, confused and overwhelmed. ""It's my job to make a game plan and instill her with confidence in her treatment plan,"" says Dr. Chaterji. ""High-tech medicine needs to be combined with empathy, support, and caring."" Breast surgery is an exciting field where many more choices and options are being opened up to women. It's empowering and tailored to each woman.Dr. Chaterji believes in a holistic approach to treating breast cancer and often recommends integrative medicine as part of the treatment process. ""I wholeheartedly believe that holistic treatments complement medical treatment,"" says Dr. Chaterji. ""I encourage my patients to take advantage of our Bruce and Andrea Yablon Cancer Health and Wellness Program, where they can choose from free integrative medicine services, including reiki, acupuncture, massage, nutrition planning, fitness and exercise plans, mindful wellness and emotional support, and a survivorship program.""". Dr. Chaterji is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Intraductal Papilloma, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Julie M. Gold
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology | Internal Medicine
    90 South Bedford Road, 
    Mount Kisco, NY 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Julie Gold is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Mount Kisco, New York. Dr. Gold is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer.

    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer

    Westchester Oncology & Hematology Group P.C.

    19 Bradhurst Ave Ste 2100, 
    Hawthorne, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tauseef Ahmed is an Oncologist in Hawthorne, New York. Dr. Ahmed is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Breast Cancer
    Internal Medicine

    Westchester County Health Care Corporation

    100 Woods Rd, 
    Valhalla, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wei Tang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Valhalla, New York. Dr. Tang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Asthma, Parainfluenza, Endoscopy, and Osteotomy.

    Advanced in Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Westchester Medical Center

    100 Woods Rd, 
    Valhalla, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raman Kaul is a Radiation Oncologist in Valhalla, New York. Dr. Kaul is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and Posterior Fossa Tumor.

    Mark S. Gordon
    Experienced in Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
    Experienced in Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

    WPHPA Surgical Oncology

    2 Longview Avenue, 5th Floor, 
    White Plains, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gordon received his medical degree from Northwestern University Medical School and completed his general surgery residency at The New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center, now known as New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. He then completed a Fellowship in Surgical Oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. His accomplished academic record includes active service as an Instructor in Surgery at The New York Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center and later as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at Cornell University Medical College. Dr. Gordon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Intraductal Papilloma, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Breast Cancer?

    Breast cancer is cancer that starts in the tissues of the breast. There are two main types of breast cancer:

    • Ductal carcinoma starts in the tubes (ducts) that carry milk from the breast to the nipple. Most breast cancers are of this type.
    • Lobular carcinoma starts in the parts of the breast, called lobules, which produce milk.

    In rare cases, other kinds of breast cancer can start in other areas of the breast.

    When should I see a Breast Cancer doctor near Valhalla, NY?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Breast Cancer doctor near Valhalla, NY?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Breast Cancer doctors near Valhalla, NY?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Breast Cancer doctors near Valhalla, NY?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Breast Cancer doctor near Valhalla, NY?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Breast Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Breast Cancer doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Breast Cancer doctor near Valhalla, NY?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Breast Cancer doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Breast Cancer doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Breast Cancer doctors near Valhalla, NY?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Breast Cancer doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Breast Cancer doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Breast Cancer doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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