Overview
Dr. Pierro is a board-certified pediatric hematologist/oncologist. She completed medical school at New York College of Osteopathic Medicine followed by residency and chief residency in Pediatrics here at Staten Island University Hospital. She then completed a fellowship in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at NYU Langone Health and remained on their faculty before returning to Staten Island University Hospital in 2020. Her research in relapsed acute lymphoblastic leukemia was supported by Young Investigator grants from both the St. Baldrick s and Alex s Lemonade Stand Foundations. She is an active member of the American Society of Hematology, the American Society of Pediatric Hematology Oncology, and the Children s Oncology Group. Dr. Pierro has an interest in medical education and is a founding member of the virtual Symposium of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology of New York and serves on the American Society of Hematology's Medical Education Subcommittee. She also organizes Grand Rounds for the Department of Pediatrics here at SIUH.Dr. Pierro provides clinical evaluations and treatments for a wide variety of hematologic and oncologic problems in patients spanning the newborn period through 21 years of age. She specializes in the care of patients with leukemia, lymphoma and solid tumors as well as a variety of non-cancerous blood disorders such as anemia, low white blood cell counts, low platelet counts, bleeding disorders, clotting disorders and sickle cell disease. As a native Staten Islander, Dr. Pierro is particularly proud to serve her community. She appreciates the hardships families face when their child requires treatment for cancer or a serious blood disorder and strives to provide quality, patient- and family- focused care close to home.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Febrile Neutropenia, Leukemia, and Von Gierke Disease.
Dr. Pierro is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
475 Seaview Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10305
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Pierro 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.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joanna Pierro
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joanna Pierro?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joanna Pierro by calling their office at 718-226-6300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joanna Pierro a top-rated expert for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joanna Pierro is classified as an Experienced expert for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), 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. Joanna Pierro specialize in?
While Dr. Joanna Pierro is a Pediatric Hematology Oncology, they have specific expertise in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Febrile Neutropenia, and Leukemia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Hematology Oncology.
Does Dr. Joanna Pierro participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joanna Pierro has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). You can view a list of Dr. Joanna Pierro's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joanna Pierro accept my insurance?
Dr. Joanna Pierro accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-226-6300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acquired Amegakaryocytic Thrombocytopenia
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)Dr. Pierro isExperienced. Learn about Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
- Ataxia-Pancytopenia SyndromeDr. Pierro isExperienced. Learn about Ataxia-Pancytopenia Syndrome.
- Congenital Aplastic AnemiaDr. Pierro isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Aplastic Anemia.
- Febrile NeutropeniaDr. Pierro isExperienced. Learn about Febrile Neutropenia.
- LeukemiaDr. Pierro isExperienced. Learn about Leukemia.