Basem N. Azab
Expertise in
7
conditions
Expertise in
7
conditions
256 Mason Avenue, Building C, 3rd Floor, 
Staten Island, NY 

Overview

Basem Azab is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York.

Dr. Azab is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Splenectomy.

Dr. Azab is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 43 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Azab is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Surgical Oncology

Licenses

Surgery in NY

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery

Fellowships

University of Miami / Jackson Memorial Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

Hofstra/Northwell School Of Medicine/Nursing
Staten Island University Hospital
Cancer Institute
Staten Island University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Arabic

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Northwell Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery at Mason Avenue
256 Mason Avenue, Building C, 3rd Floor, Staten Island, NY 10305

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Azab has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Gastrectomy
Melanoma
Liposarcoma

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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Basem N. Azab

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Basem N. Azab?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Basem N. Azab by calling their office at 718-226-6398. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Basem N. Azab a top-rated expert for Pancreatic Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Basem N. Azab is classified as an Advanced expert for Pancreatic 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. Basem N. Azab specialize in?

While Dr. Basem N. Azab is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pancreatic Cancer, Stomach Cancer, and Pancreatectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.

Does Dr. Basem N. Azab participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Basem N. Azab has published 43 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreatic Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Basem N. Azab's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Basem N. Azab accept my insurance?

Dr. Basem N. Azab accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-226-6398 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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