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"Karen Kostroff, MD, is the chief of breast surgery at Northwell. She is one of New York's most renowned breast cancer surgeons, and one of the nation's leading breast cancer specialists in the diagnosis and treatment of women at risk for hereditary breast cancer.At a very young age, Dr. Kostroff knew she wanted to help others. ""When I was 6 years old, my father was in a very serious accident,"" she says. ""Seeing him being cared for by wonderful doctors sparked a passion in me to do the same.""After completing a six-year medical honors program at Boston University School of Medicine, Dr. Kostroff completed her residency at New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center, which included a concentration on cancer surgery and breast disorders at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Institute. Her training continued at Brigham and Women's Hospital of Harvard Medical School, where she completed a fellowship in cancer surgery.For Dr. Kostroff, providing the highest level of care goes way beyond having the best surgical skills. As a recipient of numerous patient satisfaction awards, including Northwell's Patient Choice Award, she is most appreciated for the compassionate, accessible and thorough care she delivers every day. ""It's important my patients and their family members feel supported throughout their journeys, and have the education and resources they need to make informed decisions about their health,"" Dr. Kostroff explains.Collaboration is also important to Dr. Kostroff. She works closely with a dedicated team of specialists and participates in a weekly tumor board to develop the most personalized treatment plans. She's additionally passionate about training the next generation of breast surgeons in her role as assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.""Being a breast cancer surgeon is such a rewarding career. Sharing good news and getting people through difficult times-that's what makes it all worthwhile.""".
Dr. Kostroff is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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David H. Koch Center For Cancer Care At Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
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Dr. Bilal Chughtai, Chief of Urology at Plainview Hospital, completed his medical degree at Stony Brook University, followed by residency in urologic surgery at Albany Medical Center. He completed his fellowship in Male Voiding Dysfunction, Neuro-Urology, Female Pelvic Medicine Reconstructive Surgery at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City.Dr. Chughtai specializes in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery and Male Voiding Dysfunction. He maintains a deep, longitudinal interest in these highly prevalent and debilitating conditions and has focused both his clinical, research, and teaching activities on these areas.Dr. Chughtai's mentorship in clinical and basic science research projects has enabled his team to be investigators in numerous clinical trials, as well as translational, and outcomes research including National Institute of Health and industry support. He has authored over 300 peer-reviewed articles, chapters in urologic texts, 4 textbooks, and has presented extensively at national and international meetings. Dr. Chughtai is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Aquablation, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Chughtai is board certified in American Board Of Urology and American Board Of Urology/Urogynecology And Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Karen M. Kostroff
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Karen M. Kostroff?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Karen M. Kostroff by calling their office at 516-775-7676. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Karen M. Kostroff a top-rated expert for Breast Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Karen M. Kostroff 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. Karen M. Kostroff specialize in?
While Dr. Karen M. Kostroff is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Karen M. Kostroff participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Karen M. Kostroff has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Breast Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Karen M. Kostroff's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Karen M. Kostroff accept my insurance?
Dr. Karen M. Kostroff accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 516-775-7676 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- AngiosarcomaDr. Kostroff isDistinguished. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Kostroff isDistinguished. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Breast LumpDr. Kostroff isDistinguished. Learn about Breast Lump.
- GalactocoeleDr. Kostroff isDistinguished. Learn about Galactocoele.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Kostroff isDistinguished. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Kostroff isDistinguished. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
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- Breast InfectionDr. Kostroff isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Infection.
- FibroadenomaDr. Kostroff isAdvanced. Learn about Fibroadenoma.
- Fibrocystic Breast DiseaseDr. Kostroff isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrocystic Breast Disease.
- Giant Mammary HamartomaDr. Kostroff isAdvanced. Learn about Giant Mammary Hamartoma.
- LymphadenectomyDr. Kostroff isAdvanced. Learn about Lymphadenectomy.
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- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Kostroff isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- Breast Cancer in MenDr. Kostroff isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer in Men.
- HER2 Negative Breast CancerDr. Kostroff isExperienced. Learn about HER2 Negative Breast Cancer.
- Li-Fraumeni SyndromeDr. Kostroff isExperienced. Learn about Li-Fraumeni Syndrome.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Kostroff isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- MastectomyDr. Kostroff isExperienced. Learn about Mastectomy.