Dr. Nirmala Saraf

Ramamohana Kancherla is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Smithtown, New York. Dr. Kancherla is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Congenital Neutropenia. His top areas of expertise are Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Pulmonary Embolism, and Gastrostomy.

Michael Maresca is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Smithtown, New York. Dr. Maresca is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Congenital Neutropenia. His top areas of expertise are Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Pulmonary Embolism, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

Philosophy of care | Having been on the receiving end of multiple cancer diagnoses within my own family as I grew up, I strongly believe my patients and their families have the right to an honest discussion about their disease process. I personally make every effort to explain things in a simple yet detailed way, so patients understand their disease, goals of care and treatment plan. I want to be a trusted partner in helping them deal with their diagnosis, and make every effort to treat each patient as I would a family member. | Why I entered medicine | My family suffers from a genetic syndrome that predisposes them to developing cancer. Having grown up watching and helping most of the people I love deal with cancer, I decided to study medicine and do what I could to improve treatment and help others live their best possible lives with this disease. After medical school, I did basic science research at Johns Hopkins University, followed by residency and fellowship training at the Cleveland Clinic and the University of Pittsburgh, all to become the best oncologist I could be. | Community involvement | I am involved in organizations and charities that improve the lives and treatment of cancer patients. I also help provide free specialized remote care and expert opinion to international patients in collaboration with their local health care providers. I enjoy community events to educate people on targeted therapies and their success in making cancer a chronic disease. I also enjoy giving talks on how oncology is evolving and how cancer today often means patients living full lives while being treated for their disease. | Personal interests | Outside of work, I love to spend time with my family and our two dogs. Together we enjoy cooking, traveling, trying new cuisines and being outdoors. I also enjoy hunting and fishing. Dr. Ali is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Congenital Neutropenia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome.