The 20 Best Desmoid Tumor Doctors Near Me in Staten Island, NY

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The 20 Best Desmoid Tumor Doctors near Staten Island, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 121 doctor with experience in Desmoid Tumor near Staten Island, NY. Of these, 95 are Experienced, 18 are Advanced, 5 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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    Richard M. Steinbruck
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery At Mason Avenue

    256 Mason Avenue, Building C, 3rd Floor, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I have been in active practice in General Surgery since 1986, with a special interest in Breast and Oncologic surgery. This includes surgery for melanoma, sarcoma, thyroid and parathyroid, and laparoscopic and robotic procedures. I am committed to resident education, and I have been a Staten Island resident since 1987, with strong ties to the local community. Dr. Steinbruck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Basem N. Azab
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    Surgical Oncology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery At Mason Avenue

    256 Mason Avenue, Building C, 3rd Floor, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Basem Azab is a Surgical Oncologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Azab is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Splenectomy.

    Vincent Ruggiero
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Healthcare Associates In Medicine

    3333 Hylan Boulevard, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vincent Ruggiero, M.D., is a board certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic hand and upper extremities specialist. He joined Healthcare Associates in Medicine's hand specialist team in 1999, following the completion of his fellowship studies. Today, Dr. Ruggiero serves as Director to the Hand Center at Healthcare Associates in Medicine, a division of the Orlin & Cohen Medical Specialists Group. He was recognized by Castle Connolly for his excellence in Orthopaedic Surgery and awarded Regional Top Doctor 2019-2021 and Top Doctor NY Metro Area 2019-2021.As a New York native, Dr. Ruggiero attended Pace University and graduated Summa Cum Laude in Biology. Dr. Ruggiero earned his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine while achieving two accolades, the Richmond County Medical Society Scholarship Award and the American Heart Association Medical Student Fellowship. He completed his Orthopaedic residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, a Level I Trauma Center, where he was named Administrative Chief Resident and received the Resident Teaching Award 1998. At SUNY Health Science Center, Dr. Ruggiero obtained sub-specialty training in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery in Syracuse, NY under the tutelage of Dr. Andrew K. Palmer. Additional fellowship training in Pediatric Orthopaedics was completed at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children in Dallas, TX.As Director of the Hand Center at Healthcare Associates in Medicine, Dr. Ruggiero takes a special interest in returning his patients to a high functioning lifestyle using operative and non-operative solutions tailored to each injury. He has authored numerous peer reviewed publications, presented at national conferences, and conducted research on orthopaedic topics with special attention to flexor tendon repairs and adult septic arthritis. Dr. Ruggiero has served as Honorary Police Surgeon to the New York City Police Department for over 10 years, as well as team physician for Wagner College Athletics and various high school athletic teams. Additionally, he has served as the clinical instructor of the SUNY Downstate Orthopedic Residency Program and as instructor of hand and wrist surgery at Staten Island University Hospital from 2010 to the present. Presently, he is the Director of the Hand Center at Healthcare Associates in Medicine, a division of Orlin & Cohen Medical Specialists Group. Dr. Ruggiero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Ganglion Cyst, and Dupuytren Contracture.

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    Lauren B. Grossman
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Healthcare Associates In Medicine

    3333 Hylan Boulevard, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lauren B. Grossman, M.D., is a board certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand and upper extremity problems. She is the Associate Director of the Hand Center at Healthcare Associates in Medicine, a division of Orlin & Cohen Medical Specialists Group. Dr. Grossman joined Healthcare Associates in Medicine s hand subspecialist team in 2013, from the Stony Brook University Hospital Medical Center. She was recognized by Castle Connolly for her excellence in Orthopaedic Surgery and awarded Regional Top Doctor 2019-2021, Top Doctor NY Metro Area 2019-2021, and Exceptional Women in Medicine 2020.She attended Emory University in Atlanta, GA where she achieved the Emory University Dean s List 2001- 2003 and was accepted in the Alpha Kappa Delta: International Sociology Honor Society. Dr. Grossman traveled to Boston, MA to obtain her medical degree at Tufts University School of Medicine. Her academic success earned her the George L. Howland Prize and she graduated with clinical honors in Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma, Surgical Anatomy, Surgery, Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Family Medicine. She completed her residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the SUNY Downstate Medical Center under the tutelage of Dr. William P. Urban, Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Following the completion of her residency, Dr. Grossman remained in New York for specialized training in Hand and Microsurgery with Dr. Lawrence C. Hurst, Chief of the Division of Hand Surgery at Stony Brook University Medical Center.Dr. Grossman enjoys the opportunities presented to her as a hand specialist, from performing highly specialized and delicate elective microsurgery for trauma injuries, to helping patients in need globally through humanitarian surgical missions. Dr. Grossman has presented multiple research projects at different meetings including a new way to train microsurgical technique, carpal tunnel release techniques, scaphoid fixation and fixation of femur fractures. She enjoys teaching and mentoring, having presented an extensive online lecture series in 2020 through the Association for the Study of Internal Fixation (AO North America) and looks forward to providing additional lectures in 2021. As a member of the New York Society for Surgery of the Hand, Dr. Grossman also presented at the Society s 2018 and 2020 meetings. In conjunction with her tenure at Healthcare Associates in Medicine, a division of Orlin & Cohen Medical Specialists Group, Dr. Grossman has spent time in developing countries, volunteering her skills to help those who are unable to receive hand surgical care. She traveled to Honduras in 2018 with the Touching Hands Project, an ASSH program funded by the American Foundation for Surgery of the Hand, to provide free hand care to adults and children with upper extremity issues. Dr. Grossman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Rhizarthrosis, and Ganglion Cyst.

    Michael R. Castellano
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Hernia Center At Seaview Avenue

    501 Seaview Avenue, Suite 301, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Castellano is a General Surgeon in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Castellano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, and Hernia Surgery.

    Elite in Desmoid Tumor
    Elite in Desmoid Tumor

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mrinal Gounder is an Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Gounder is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Desmoid Tumor, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Epithelioid Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Gounder is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Desmoid Tumor
    Surgical Oncology
    Elite in Desmoid Tumor
    Surgical Oncology

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Singer is a Surgical Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Singer has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Liposarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Singer is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Desmoid Tumor
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
    Elite in Desmoid Tumor
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

    Mskcc Surgery Group

    1275 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aimee Crago is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Crago is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Liposarcoma, Desmoid Tumor, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Splenectomy.

    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    General Surgery

    Frederick L Sabido M.D. P.C.

    1551 Richmond Rd Ste 2A, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frederick Sabido is a General Surgeon in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Sabido is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hemangiopericytoma, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor

    Staten Island University Hospital

    475 Seaview Ave, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Henry Mcpherson is a Radiologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Mcpherson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Subcutaneous Emphysema, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Pneumomediastinum.

    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    Radiation Oncology

    New York University

    111 Broadway, Fl 2, 
    New York, NY 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Hu is a Radiation Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Hu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Tongue Cancer, and Teratocarcinosarcoma.

    Advanced in Desmoid Tumor
    Advanced in Desmoid Tumor

    SUNY Downstate Medical Center

    450 Clarkson Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Schwartzman is a General Surgeon in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Schwartzman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Generalized Fibromatosis, Desmoid Tumor, Infantile Myofibromatosis, Islet Cell Transplantation, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    General Surgery

    New York Advanced Laparoscopic And Bariatric Surgery PC

    150 Brighton 11th St, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leonid Chernobelsky is a General Surgeon in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Chernobelsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor
    Experienced in Desmoid Tumor

    Doctor's Office Center - Orthopedics

    90 Bergen Street, Room 1200, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Benevenia is an Orthopedics provider in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Benevenia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Bone Tumor, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Chondrosarcoma, Bone Graft, and Osteotomy. Dr. Benevenia is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Desmoid Tumor
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Desmoid Tumor
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

    Weill Medical College Of Cornell

    525 E 68th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Russell Berman is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Berman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Desmoid Tumor, Congenital Generalized Fibromatosis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Vivek Maheshwari
    Advanced in Desmoid Tumor
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Advanced in Desmoid Tumor
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    Professional Associates In Surgery LLP

    1500 Pleasant Valley Way, Suite 205, 
    West Orange, NJ 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Vivek Maheshwari is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Maheshwari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Maheshwari is currently accepting new patients.

    Brenda D. Panzera
    Advanced in Desmoid Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Desmoid Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology
    12 East 86th Street, Ofc 4, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brenda Panzera is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Panzera is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Blood Clots, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Anemia.

    Steven Gruenstein
    Advanced in Desmoid Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Desmoid Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology | Internal Medicine
    12 East 86th Street, Ofc 4, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Gruenstein is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Gruenstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Blood Clots, Anemia, Malabsorption, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

    Advanced in Desmoid Tumor
    Plastic Surgery
    Advanced in Desmoid Tumor
    Plastic Surgery

    Brooklyn Hospital Center

    121 DeKalb Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nadeem Chaudhry is a Plastic Surgeon in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Chaudhry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Hemangiopericytoma, Congenital Generalized Fibromatosis, Infantile Myofibromatosis, Desmoid Tumor, and Fasciotomy.

    Distinguished in Desmoid Tumor
    Distinguished in Desmoid Tumor

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Keohan is an Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Keohan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Desmoid Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Liposarcoma, Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Keohan is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Desmoid Tumor?

    A desmoid tumor is an abnormal growth that arises from connective tissue, which is the tissue that provides strength and flexibility to structures such as bones, ligaments, and muscles. Affected individuals typically develop a single tumor, although some have multiple tumors. Desmoid tumors most often develop when people are in their 30s or 40s, although they can occur anytime between adolescence and late adulthood.

    When should I see a Desmoid Tumor doctor near Staten Island, 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 Desmoid Tumor doctor near Staten Island, 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 Desmoid Tumor doctors near Staten Island, 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 Desmoid Tumor doctors near Staten Island, 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 Desmoid Tumor doctor near Staten Island, 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 Desmoid Tumor doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Desmoid Tumor 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 Desmoid Tumor doctor near Staten Island, 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 Desmoid Tumor 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 Desmoid Tumor 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 Desmoid Tumor doctors near Staten Island, NY?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Desmoid Tumor 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 Desmoid Tumor doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Desmoid Tumor 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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