The 20 Best Richter Syndrome Doctors Near Me in New Hyde Park, NY

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 251 doctor with experience in Richter Syndrome near New Hyde Park, NY. Of these, 193 are Experienced, 45 are Advanced, 11 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

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

    The Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) Research and Treatment Program has become a landmark for CLL patients worldwide. Dr. Kanti Rai has been involved in diagnosing and treating CLL for almost 40 years and the staging system that bears his name came out of his early breakthrough research. His particular areas of interest are: natural history of CLL, improving prognostic features of this disease and developing newer strategies of therapy which are hypothesis-driven. Dr. Rai is an active member of the International Workshop on CLL (iwCLL) and Dr. Keating s Global CLL Foundation. He is an active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) and the American Society of Hematology (ASH). In 2006, Dr. Rai served as the President of ASH. He was the recipient of ASCO s David Karnofsky Memorial Award in 2012. In 2013, Dr. Rai was honored with the iwCLL David Galton award. In 2014 he was presented with ASH s Wallace H. Coulter Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Rai is the Joel Finkelstein Cancer Foundation Professor of Medicine, and Professor of Molecular Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell School of Medicine and Professor of Medicine at the Feinstein Institute for Medical Research, Manhasset, NY. Dr. Rai is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Leukemia, and Richter Syndrome. Dr. Rai is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Transplant Surgery

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

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

    Douglas Gladstone is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Gladstone is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
    Distinguished in Richter Syndrome

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

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

    Jonathan Kolitz, MD, FACP, is Professor of Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. An expert in malignant hematology, he is the System Head for Malignant Hematology for the Northwell Health Cancer Institute where he guides the clinical care and research activities of faculty and fellows. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology, Dr. Kolitz has been a member of the Leukemia Core Committee of the CALGB/Alliance since 1993. He has focused on the development, conduct and publication of innovative clinical trials for the treatment of hematologic malignancies, especially acute leukemia. He has been principal investigator for numerous novel drug trials and has been involved in multiple national and international collaborations, leading to over 200 publications. As an attending physician at the Monter Cancer Center, Dr. Kolitz focuses on providing compassionate, personalized, evidence-based care. Dr. Kolitz earned his medical degree from the Yale University School of Medicine. He trained in Internal Medicine at North Shore University Hospital and Hematology and Medical Oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Kolitz is an active member of the American Society of Hematology, American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American College of Physicians. Dr. Kolitz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Leukemia, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Kolitz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

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    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Advanced in Richter Syndrome

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

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

    Steven L. Allen, MD, FACP, is Professor of Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. An expert in benign and malignant hematology, he is the System Head for Benign Hematology for the Northwell Health Cancer Institute. As an attending physician at the Monter Cancer Center, Dr. Allen focuses on providing compassionate, personalized, evidence-based multi-disciplinary care. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology, Dr. Allen has been the principal investigator for numerous drug trials and has collaborated with several basic science labs, resulting in over 150 publications. Among his many professional affiliations, he is most active with the American Society of Hematology, having served in numerous leadership positions and committees. In addition, he is a dedicated member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, Empire State Hematology and Oncology Society, and the American College of Physicians. Dr. Allen earned his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. He trained in internal medicine and hematology/oncology at New York Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Allen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Schnitzler Syndrome, Follicular Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Allen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Transplant Surgery

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

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

    Ruthee-lu Bayer is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Bayer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Bayer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Elite in Richter Syndrome
    Elite in Richter Syndrome

    Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)

    520 E 70th St # 3, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Furman is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Furman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Richter Syndrome, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Furman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Pathology | Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Pathology | Medical Genetics
    270-5 76th Avenue, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wayne Tam is a Pathologist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Tam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia, Prolymphocytic Leukemia, and Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML). Dr. Tam is board certified in American Board Of Pathology and American Board Of Pathology/Anatomic Pathology.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Pathology | Oncology | Laboratory Medicine
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Pathology | Oncology | Laboratory Medicine
    270-5 76th Avenue, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peihong Hsu is a Pathologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Leukocytosis, Sickle Cell Disease, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). Dr. Hsu is board certified in American Board Of Pathology/Anatomic & Clinical and American Board Of Pathology/Hematology.

    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology | Oncology
    1999 Marcus Avenue, Suite 306, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Forte is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Forte is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Danon Disease, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Schnitzler Syndrome, and Multiple Myeloma.

    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology | Oncology
    1999 Marcus Avenue, Suite 308, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Polish
    Offers Telehealth

    Anna Kurzyna is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Kurzyna is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemolytic Crisis, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology
    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology
    1999 Marcus Avenue, Suite 308, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Francis Arena is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Arena is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Arena is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology | Oncology
    450 Lakeville Road, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Jaime Andres Suarez Londono, MD, MBA, MS, is the associate director of the adult transplantation and cellular therapy program at Northwell Cancer Institute. After completing medical school in Medellin, Colombia, Dr. Londono did a residency at Columbia University's St Luke's Roosevelt Hospital and a fellowship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He then spent eight years as an assistant professor at NYU Langone's Perlmutter Cancer Center, where he held several leadership roles in the NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine, and in the stem cell transplant programI was inspired to study hematology, oncology and transplantation because advances in the field are bringing new hope and transforming the lives of our patients in a positive way, says Dr. Londono, who believes that the future of cancer treatment lies in personalized medicine approaches, such as immunotherapy and genetic therapy.Dr. Londono joined Northwell Cancer Institute to continue his research on improving outcomes and expanding access to life saving stem cell transplants and cellular therapies. My goal is to advance the field so we can overcome the challenges of limited donor compatibility and patient eligibility, ensuring more people benefit from transformative treatments, he says.Dr. Londono and his team have authored more than a dozen scientific papers, and his current work is gaining international recognition. Beyond research, he is passionate about public outreach through the American Society of Hematology, serving as co- director of the of Health Volunteers Overseas LATAM. He was honored with the Golden Apple Award from the American Society of Hematology's Health Volunteers Overseas program in recognition of his contributions to global health.Dr. Londono is the founder of a startup dedicated to alleviating physician shortages in the United States. With an eye toward the future, Dr. Londono recently earned an MBA and an MS in Healthcare Leadership from Cornell University. I wanted to study the global healthcare landscape how medicine is delivered in different countries, what lessons we can learn, and the nuances of biotech companies and market dynamics, he explains.Outside of medicine, Dr. Londono pursues his passion for cuisine by taking classes at the American Culinary Institute. Yet his most rewarding moments come at the bedside. My patients are truly 'patient' often spending three or four weeks in the hospital. It's incredibly inspiring to witness their resilience, commitment, and humility. They are the reason I work so hard. Dr. Londono is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Londono is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

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

    Nouneh Gostanian is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Gostanian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Drug-Induced Thrombocytopenia, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Gostanian is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology | Oncology

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

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

    Eileen Sheehy-Milano,MD is an attending physician based at the Monter Cancer Center where she has special interests in breast cancer and gastrointestinal cancer. Board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology, she maintains an active practice where she focuses on compassionate, personalized, evidence based multi-disciplinary care. Prior to moving her practice to the Monter Cancer Center, Dr. Sheehy-Milano practiced for 25 years at Northwell Glen Cove Hospital. She earned her medical degree at the Jefferson College for Health Professions in Philadelphia,Pennsylvania. She trained in Internal Medicine at St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford, Connecticut with a chief residency year as part of the U. Conn. health system. She completed a fellowship in Medical Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. An active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Medical Association, Dr. Sheehy-Milano is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Dr. Milano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Anemia, Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Milano is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology | Oncology

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Romanian, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Crina Vintila is an attending physician double board-certified in medical oncology and hematology, who has served the Long Island community for more than 20 years at the Don Monti Cancer Center at Glen Cove Hospital, Huntington Cancer Institute, and most recently, at the Monter Cancer Center.Being part of the Northwell Health System for more than 2 decades, her practice has focused on delivering individualized, evidence-based patient care, in a multidisciplinary setting, with active participation in research trials. She takes special interest in breast, gastrointestinal, and hematologic malignancies.Dr.Vintila earned her medical degree at the Institute of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania. She completed internal medicine training at the Weil Cornell / NY Hospital -Booth Memorial Medical Center, and her hematology and medical oncology fellowship at Winthrop University Hospital.Dr.Vintila is fluent in Romanian, Spanish and French. Dr. Vintila is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Dr. Vintila is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Maria Jacqueline Nieto,MD,MSc is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at The Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell where she specializes in treating patients with benign and malignant hematological conditions.Dr Nieto is board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. Dr Nieto's clinical focus is on myelodysplastic syndromes, myeloproliferative disorders, and lymphomas. She is particularly interested in the care of the elderly with hematological malignancies, evaluating treatment disparities in cancer care, and optimizing cancer and palliative care at the end of life. She is co-investigator on multiple clinical trials focused on the treatment of patients with hematological malignancies. Dr Nieto has a Master of Science degree in Clinical Research from New York University.Dr Nieto is an active member in the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Hematology and is fluent in Spanish. Dr. Nieto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.6 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 Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Melanoma, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Devoe is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology | Oncology

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

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

    Erin Jou, MD is an attending physician at the Monter Cancer Center. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology, Dr. Jou is an Assistant Professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Dr. Jou s practice is solely dedicated to the treatment of patients with benign and malignant hematologic disorders where she focusses on providing compassionate, personalized, evidence-based multi-disciplinary care. She is involved in clinical research at Monter Cancer Center and actively enrolls patients in clinical trials. After graduating from the Pennsylvania State University, Dr. Jou earned her medical degree from Jefferson Medical College. She trained in Internal Medical and Hematology/Oncology at Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Jou is an active member of the American Society of Hematology. Dr. Jou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Jou is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

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

    Kit Cheng, MD, is the Program Director of the Medical Oncology and Hematology Fellowship Program for the Northwell Health Cancer Institute. In this role, she is committed to the recruitment and education of future generations of physicians. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology, she is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. As an attending physician based at the Monter Cancer Center, Dr. Cheng specializes in breast cancer and gynecology oncology, namely cervical cancer, endometrial cancer, ovarian cancer, uterine cancer and vaginal cancer. She is a principal investigator and sub principal investigator in multiple breast and gynecologic oncology clinical trials. She maintains an active medical practice focusing on compassionate, personalized, evidence-based multi-disciplinary care. Dr. Cheng earned her medical degree at the State University of New York at Buffalo. She trained in Internal Medicine and Hematology/Oncology at North Shore University Hospital where she was also Chief Fellow. Dr. Cheng is an active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and is fluent in Cantonese and English. Dr. Cheng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Cheng is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology | Oncology

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Mandarin, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven R. Savona, MD, is an attending physician based at the Monter Cancer Center where his major clinical interests include blood disorders such as malignant and non-malignant hematology diseases as well as oncology expertise in the areas of diseases of the skin including melanoma, basal cell cancer and squamous cell cancer; he also sees patients with colorectal cancer and pancreas cancer. Dr. Savona maintains an active medical practice focusing on compassionate, personalized, evidence-based multi-disciplinary care. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Hematology and Hospice/Palliative medicine, Dr. Savona is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Dr. Savona is an active participant in the Cancer Control Program of the National Cancer Institute sponsored clinical trials based at Northwell. He is an investigator on cancer control studies, studies for the treatment of cancer of the pancreas as well as squamous cancer of the skin. In prior studies, Dr. Savona has addressed issues such as tobacco dependency and smoking cessation, redeveloping life styles and physical activity levels after completion of chemotherapy, the prevention of infections in patients with impaired immunity and prevention of hot flashes in patients on hormonal therapy. Dr. Savona earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine. He completed both his residency in internal medicine and his fellowship in Medical Oncology/Hematology at New York University Medical Center. Dr. Savona is an active member of the American Society of Hematology and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Savona is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor, Bone Tumor, Melanoma, Thrombocytopenia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Savona is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

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    What is the definition of Richter Syndrome?

    Richter syndrome is a rare condition in which chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) changes into a fast-growing type of lymphoma. Symptoms of Richter syndrome can include fever, loss of weight and muscle mass, abdominal pain, and enlargement of the lymph nodes, liver, and spleen. Laboratory results may show anemia and low platelet counts (which can lead to easy bleeding and bruising).

    When should I see a Richter Syndrome doctor near New Hyde Park, 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 Richter Syndrome doctor near New Hyde Park, 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 Richter Syndrome doctors near New Hyde Park, 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 Richter Syndrome doctors near New Hyde Park, 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 Richter Syndrome doctor near New Hyde Park, 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 Richter Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Richter Syndrome 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 Richter Syndrome doctor near New Hyde Park, 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 Richter Syndrome 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 Richter Syndrome 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 Richter Syndrome doctors near New Hyde Park, NY?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Richter Syndrome 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 Richter Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Richter Syndrome 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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