The 20 Best Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor Doctors Near Me in Greenvale, NY

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 130 doctor with experience in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor near Greenvale, NY. Of these, 122 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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    Neeraj Kaushik
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology
    2200 Northern Boulevard, Suite 212, 
    Greenvale, NY 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Neeraj Kaushik is a Gastroenterologist in Greenvale, New York. Dr. Kaushik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Eugene Rubach
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    General Surgery
    2200 Northern Boulevard, Suite 125, 
    Greenvale, NY 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Ukrainian

    Eugene Rubach is a General Surgeon in Greenvale, New York. Dr. Rubach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Hernia, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

    Francisco A. Garcia
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology
    2800 Marcus Avenue, Suite 200, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Francisco Garcia is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Alpha Thalassemia, Alpha Thalassemia X-Linked Intellectual Disability Syndrome, Thalassemia, and Iron Deficiency Anemia.

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    Juan C. Bucobo
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Great Neck

    600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 111, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    An internationally recognized advanced endoscopist, Juan Carlos Bucobo, MD, FASGE is the Vice President of Gastroenterology Services for Northwell Health, the President and Executive Director of the Northwell GI Institute and IPA and a Professor of Medicine at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Dr Bucobo is committed to developing programs of excellence in gastroenterology and ensuring the delivery of top-notch, quality care to the local communities Northwell Health serves. He is an advanced endoscopist with a special interest in the diagnosis and treatment of complicated pancreaticobiliary disorders and in the resection of gastrointestinal lesions by minimally invasive, endoscopic approaches. He is committed to delivering state-of-the-art therapeutic advanced endoscopy care with compassion and sensitivity to the needs of patients and their families. Dr Bucobo is the Immediate Past President of the New York Society for Gastroenterology and Endoscopy (NYSGE), recent course director for the ASGE Post Graduate Course at ACG in Vancouver and is an active member on several national committees including the ASGE Colorectal Cancer Screening Project Advisory Council. He lectures nationally and internationally on several topics related to advanced endoscopy and on reducing healthcare disparities in gastroenterology and is an author of several peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and book chapters. Prior to joining Northwell Health, Dr Bucobo was the Assistant Dean for Clinical Outreach at Stony Brook School of Medicine, the inaugural Svetlana Koroleva Endowed Professor in Gastroenterology, President of Stony Brook Community Medical and the Chief of Endoscopy for Stony Brook Medicine. Dr. Bucobo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Calvin W. Lee
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Great Neck

    600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 111, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Calvin Lee is a Gastroenterologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    300 Community Drive, 
    Manhasset, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Louis Tsai is a Radiologist in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Tsai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    300 Community Drive, 
    Manhasset, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Sicuro is a Radiologist in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Sicuro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Lung Nodules.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Radiology
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Radiology

    NYU Langone Radiology-Mineola-Suite 10

    120 Mineola Blvd Ste 10, 
    Mineola, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Corinne Liu is a Radiologist in Mineola, New York. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Metastatic Pleural Tumor, Lung Nodules, and Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite E130, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rajiv Bansal is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Bansal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology
    600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 111, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Henry Jen, MD, is a highly skilled and experienced physician specializing in Gastroenterology and Advanced Endoscopy. As the Director of Endoscopy at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, he is dedicated to providing the highest quality care to his patients. Dr. Jen completed his MD at the State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Medicine and went on to complete his residency in Internal Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital.Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in both Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, Dr. Jen has a strong foundation in diagnosing and treating a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions. His areas of focus include endoscopic submucosal dissection, peroral endoscopic myotomy, gastrointestinal cancers, pancreatic disease, endoscopic mucosal resection, diagnostic/therapeutic endoscopic ultrasound, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, and more.With his fellowships in Gastroenterology and Advanced Endoscopy at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook, Dr. Jen has gained extensive expertise in diagnosing and managing various gastrointestinal disorders. He is committed to advancing the field of Gastroenterology and providing his patients with cutting-edge treatment options. Dr. Jen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Tony Philip
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Malayalam
    Offers Telehealth

    As Director of Quality and Patient Safety for Medical Oncology at the Monter Cancer Center, Dr. Tony Philip is committed to improving clinical outcomes. Board Certified in Hematology and Medical Oncology, Dr. Philip s clinical practice is solely dedicated to the treatment of patients with gastrointestinal cancers and sarcomas (cancers of the soft tissue and bone). He maintains an active medical practice focusing on compassionate, personalized, evidence-based multi-disciplinary care. He participates in research focused on improving the care of patients with these diseases. Currently an Assistant Professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Dr. Philip completed his Hematology/Oncology fellowship at North Shore-LIJ and his internal medicine residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. Dr. Philip earned his MD at University at Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. He is an active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, Connective Tissue Oncology Society, and American College of Physicians. Dr. Philip completed the Northwell Physician Leadership Development Program and the American Society of Clinical Oncology Quality Program. Dr. Philip is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, and Colorectal Cancer.

    Sepideh Gholami
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Surgical Oncology
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Surgical Oncology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Oncology At Lake Success

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance D, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, German
    Offers Telehealth

    Sepideh Gholami is a Surgical Oncologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Gholami is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor

    Office

    2200 Northern Blvd Ste 111, 
    Greenvale, NY 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bhoomi Mehrotra is a Hematologist in Greenvale, New York. Dr. Mehrotra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology

    Winthrop Faculty Medical Affiliates University Faculty Practice Corpor

    222 Station Plz N Ste 428, 
    Mineola, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stavros Stavropoulos is a Gastroenterologist in Mineola, New York. Dr. Stavropoulos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology

    Winthrop Faculty Medical Affiliates University Faculty Practice Corpor

    222 Station Plz N Ste 428, 
    Mineola, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Friedel is a Gastroenterologist in Mineola, New York. Dr. Friedel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology
    1 Delaware Drive, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi

    Tarun Wasil is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Wasil is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Anemia.

    Matthew J. Weiss
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Surgical Oncology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Oncology At Lake Success

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance D, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Matthew J. Weiss, MD, FACS, is deputy physician-in-chief and director of the surgical oncology program at Northwell Cancer Institute. He's a board-certified surgeon specializing in pancreas and liver diseases.With a relentless work ethic and strong desire to help people, Dr. Weiss always knew he wanted to be a doctor. ""I picked a field that allows me to tackle difficult problems and truly make an impact,"" he says.Dr. Weiss completed his residency in general surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital and was dual fellowship trained in surgical oncology and hepatobiliary surgery at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. He was previously chief of hepatobiliary surgery at Johns Hopkins, where he was also director of the Pancreas and Liver Multidisciplinary Clinics and the complex general surgical oncology fellowship. He also performed the first robotic Whipple at Johns Hopkins University. Joining Northwell in 2019, Dr. Weiss created a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, geneticists, and other specialists who collaborate to create unique treatment plans for patients across the health system. ""Every cancer is different, and every patient is different,"" he says. ""Communication among multiple providers is the best way to ensure you're treating the entire person, properly,"" he says. Dr. Weiss's team also works with scientists from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory and Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research to develop and run groundbreaking clinical trials. An international leader in both liver and pancreas surgery, Dr. Weiss has authored over 250 peer-reviewed publications in the field, and he's currently a professor of surgery and oncology at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. ""Understanding both the science of the disease and the technological aspect of surgery is so important,"" he says. Dr. Weiss focuses on using cancer genetics to help find the right surgical approach for patients. When possible, he operates robotically using small incisions for faster healing, so patients don't have to wait as long to receive additional therapies that can improve outcomes. With recent advancements in the field, Dr. Weiss has been able to successfully perform high-risk surgeries that were turned down by other institutions. ""Being a surgeon is a tremendous responsibility, and I don't take it lightly,"" he says. ""I truly and deeply care about my patients and their families-I get to know them as people and am there throughout their entire journey. That's what I'm most proud of as a doctor.""". Dr. Weiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy.

    Craig E. Devoe
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Craig Devoe, MD, MHCM, is Chief of the Don Monti Division of Medical Oncology and Hematology and Associate Professor of Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Board certified in Medical Oncology, Dr. Devoe specializes in gastrointestinal malignancies (colorectal cancer, pancreatic cancer), and cutaneous malignancies (malignant melanoma) at the Monter Cancer Center where he maintains an active practice focused on providing compassionate, personalized, evidence-based multi-disciplinary care. In addition, Dr. Devoe is a research investigator through the Northwell Health Cancer Institute s NCORP (NCI Community Oncology Research Program) grant and industry-sponsored trials. He works closely with the Cancer Institute s clinical trials office in terms of medical oversight of processes and operations, having completed a training program in clinical research design through the Harvard School of Public Health. Dr. Devoe has served as a member of the Alliance Audit Committee performing oversight at other nationally based cancer programs. After earning his medical degree from the State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook School of Medicine, Dr. Devoe trained in internal medicine at NYU Langone Long Island and completed his fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at SUNY Stony Brook. Dr. Devoe furthered his leadership and managerial skills by earning a master s in Health Care Management degree from the Harvard School of Public Health. Dr. Devoe is an active member of the American Medical Association and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Devoe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Melanoma, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Charles C. Conte
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Surgical Oncology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Oncology At Lake Success

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance D, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Charles Carmine Conte, MD, is a surgical oncologist with over three decades of experience. He specializes in every type of cancer, including breast cancer, gastrointestinal cancers and melanoma. Joining Northwell in 2004, Dr. Conte sees patients at Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Oncology at Lake Success, part of Monter Cancer Center.""Cancer doesn't follow any rules-every case is unique and complex,"" says Dr. Conte. ""That's why we take a comprehensive approach for each patient. We have surgeons, medical oncologists and radiation oncologists, as well as access to many diagnostic tools and clinical trials, all at this one center."" He is also affiliated with many Northwell hospitals for his patients' convenience.Dr. Conte trained at institutions across the Northeast, attending medical school at Dartmouth and completing a residency at Hartford Hospital and a fellowship at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. He is an associate professor of surgery at Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and teaches surgical oncology residents at Northwell. ""I really enjoy teaching because students and residents are always questioning things,"" he says. ""Explaining my decisions to them helps keep me sharp as a doctor.""When it comes to his patients, Dr. Conte is passionate about delivering personalized care. ""I love the challenge of putting the best plan together for each individual person,"" he says. ""Seeing the positive impact it has on their lives is very rewarding.""". Dr. Conte is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Intraductal Papilloma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Infection, Lymphadenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Richard D. Carvajal
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Carvajal is an Oncologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Carvajal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Uveal Melanoma, Melanoma of the Eye, Melanoma, and Tissue Biopsy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor?

    A gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) is a type of tumor that occurs in the gastrointestinal tract, most commonly in the stomach or small intestine. This type of tumor is thought to grow from specialized cells found in the gastrointestinal tract called interstitial cells of Cajal (ICCs) or precursors to these cells. Affected individuals can develop one or more tumors. GISTs are usually found in adults between ages 40 and 70; rarely, children and young adults develop this type of tumor.

    When should I see a Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor near Greenvale, 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor near Greenvale, 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctors near Greenvale, 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctors near Greenvale, 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor near Greenvale, 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gastrointestinal Stromal 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor near Greenvale, 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctors near Greenvale, NY?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gastrointestinal Stromal 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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