Expertise in
11
conditions

Dr. Alexander M. Stessin

Radiation Oncology
Stony Brook University Hospital
101 Nicolls Rd, 
Stony Brook, NY 
Offers Telehealth
17 Years of Experience
Expertise in
11
conditions
Stony Brook University Hospital
101 Nicolls Rd, 
Stony Brook, NY 

Overview

Alexander Stessin is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Stony Brook, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.

Dr. Stessin is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Thyroid Cancer, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials.

Graduate Year

2009

Specialties

Radiation Oncology

Licenses

Radiology in NY

Hospital Affiliations

Suny/stony Brook University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

Stony Brook University Hospital
101 Nicolls Rd, Stony Brook, NY 11794

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

4 Clinical Trials

TAILOR RT: A Randomized Trial of Regional Radiotherapy in Biomarker Low-Risk Node Positive and T3N0 Breast Cancer
TAILOR RT: A Randomized Trial of Regional Radiotherapy in Biomarker Low-Risk Node Positive and T3N0 Breast Cancer
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: July 01, 2026
Intervention Type: Radiation, Other
Study Phase: Phase 3
RT CHARM: Phase III Randomized Trial of Hypofractionated Post Mastectomy Radiation With Breast Reconstruction
RT CHARM: Phase III Randomized Trial of Hypofractionated Post Mastectomy Radiation With Breast Reconstruction
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: February 24, 2026
Intervention Type: Other, Radiation
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase II-R and a Phase III Trial Evaluating Both Erlotinib (Ph II-R) and Chemoradiation (Ph III) as Adjuvant Treatment for Patients With Resected Head of Pancreas Adenocarcinoma
A Phase II-R and a Phase III Trial Evaluating Both Erlotinib (Ph II-R) and Chemoradiation (Ph III) as Adjuvant Treatment for Patients With Resected Head of Pancreas Adenocarcinoma
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 23, 2026
Intervention Type: Other, Procedure, Drug, Radiation
Study Drugs: Capecitabine, Chemotherapy, Erlotinib hydrochloride, Fluorouracil, Gemcitabine hydrochloride
Study Phase: Phase 3
Randomized Phase III Study of Sorafenib Versus Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy Followed by Sorafenib in Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Randomized Phase III Study of Sorafenib Versus Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy Followed by Sorafenib in Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 28, 2026
Intervention Type: Radiation, Drug
Study Drug: Sorafenib Tosylate
Study Phase: Phase 3
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24 Total Publications

Erratum to Wu J, Bae J, Chen C, Ryu S, Lozeau D, Stessin A, Prasanna P. Magnetic resonance imaging radiomic analysis of radiation-induced morphea of the breast: a proof-of-concept study. Adv Radiat Oncol 2025;10:101881.
Erratum to Wu J, Bae J, Chen C, Ryu S, Lozeau D, Stessin A, Prasanna P. Magnetic resonance imaging radiomic analysis of radiation-induced morphea of the breast: a proof-of-concept study. Adv Radiat Oncol 2025;10:101881.
Journal: Advances in radiation oncology
Published: July 15, 2026
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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alexander M. Stessin is classified as an Distinguished expert for Breast Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Alexander M. Stessin specialize in?

While Dr. Alexander M. Stessin is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Breast Cancer, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.

Does Dr. Alexander M. Stessin participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Alexander M. Stessin has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Breast Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Alexander M. Stessin's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Alexander M. Stessin accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 347-524-0947 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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