Dr. Marcovalerio Melis
Overview
"Marcovalerio Melis, MD, FACS, is a surgical oncologist with more than 12 years of experience in the treatment of abdominal cancers, including those in the esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, colon and rectum. He joined Northwell Health in 2020 and currently serves as the chief of surgical oncology at Phelps Hospital.Dr. Melis provides highly specialized care, including hyperthermic intraoperative chemotherapy (HIPEC)-an advanced treatment option in which a concentrated dose of chemotherapy is administered during surgery. In fact, he was the first to perform a HIPEC procedure at NYU Langone Health (then New York University Hospital), and helped develop the HIPEC program for Northwell Health. As part of a multidisciplinary team, he works alongside medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and imaging technicians to provide a holistic treatment plan unique to every patient.Dr. Melis completed his residency at the University of Chicago and his fellowship at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida. He has published more than 100 articles in medical journals and research publications and continues to contribute to the advancement of surgical oncology to this day; currently, he's involved in research on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical practice and how AI can enhance pancreatic cancer treatment.In the past, Dr. Melis served in leadership positions at various medical societies and committees, including the Veterans Integrated Service Networks, the Association for Academic Surgery and the American College of Surgeons. Now, he passes on his knowledge to the surgeons of tomorrow as a professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.Dr. Melis always wanted to be a doctor, but he found that he was drawn to the hands-on approach of surgery while in medical school. As for oncology, it was the reward of saving lives that drew him in. ""Helping patients fight cancer is very rewarding,"" he says. ""It's a challenging time for them, and seeing their gratitude gets me through the day.""".
Dr. Melis is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Hiatal Hernia, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 46 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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122 East 76th Street, 1b, New York, NY 10021
200 West 13th Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10011
777 North Broadway, Suite 204, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
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Dr. Melis 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
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. Marcovalerio Melis
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Marcovalerio Melis?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Marcovalerio Melis by calling their office at 212-434-4870. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Marcovalerio Melis a top-rated expert for Pancreaticoduodenectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Marcovalerio Melis is classified as an Advanced expert for Pancreaticoduodenectomy, 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. Marcovalerio Melis specialize in?
While Dr. Marcovalerio Melis is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pancreaticoduodenectomy, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Pancreatic Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Marcovalerio Melis participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Marcovalerio Melis has published 46 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreaticoduodenectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Marcovalerio Melis's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Marcovalerio Melis accept my insurance?
Dr. Marcovalerio Melis accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-434-4870 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Melis isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Melis isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- CellulitisDr. Melis isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Melis isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Melis isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Melis isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Melis isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.