Dr. Yoanna S. Pumpalova
Overview
Dr. Yoanna Pumpalova is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and medical oncologist at Columbia University Irving Medical Center where she specializes in the treatment of gastrointestinal malignancies, with a focus on colorectal and anal cancers. She received her MD from Weill Cornell Medical College and completed internship and residency training in Internal Medicine and Global Health at Stanford University. She then completed fellowship training in Medical Oncology at Columbia University/New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Pumpalova works as part of a multidisciplinary team with the mission of delivering compassionate and state-of-the-art oncologic care to each patient, using a precision medicine approach to provide innovative and promising treatments.Dr. Pumpalova is actively involved in translational research to understand the biological mechanisms driving early onset colorectal cancer. She collaborates with Dr. Joel Gabre, a gastroenterologist and clinician scientist and Dr. Beatrice Dionigi, colorectal surgeon, on research to understand how early onset colorectal cancer differs from average onset colorectal cancer, with the goal of uncovering novel ways to treat all patients with colorectal cancer. Dr. Pumpalova is also the site principal investigator of industry-sponsored clinical trials investigating novel therapies for the treatment of colorectal cancer. Further, Dr. Pumpalova conducts studies in low- and middle-income countries focused on early detection and screening for colorectal cancer. She has active studies in South Africa and Dominican Republic. Her research goal is to improve outcomes for patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer, regardless of where they reside. Her work has been recognized by several awards including an ASCO Young Investigator Award and ASCO Career Development Award.In the NewsColumbia Researchers Seek Answers for Rise of Colon Cancer in Younger PatientsWhat to Know About the Rise of Colorectal Cancer in Younger PeopleExploring Strategies for Earlier Colon Cancer Detection in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Dr. Pumpalova is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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161 Fort Washington Avenue, Floor 8th Floor, New York, NY 10032
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Dr. Pumpalova 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Yoanna S. Pumpalova
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Yoanna S. Pumpalova?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Yoanna S. Pumpalova by calling their office at 646-317-2321. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Yoanna S. Pumpalova a top-rated expert for Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Yoanna S. Pumpalova is classified as an Advanced expert for Colorectal 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. Yoanna S. Pumpalova specialize in?
While Dr. Yoanna S. Pumpalova is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Yoanna S. Pumpalova participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Yoanna S. Pumpalova has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Yoanna S. Pumpalova's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Yoanna S. Pumpalova accept my insurance?
Dr. Yoanna S. Pumpalova accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 646-317-2321 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Anal CancerDr. Pumpalova isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Pumpalova isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
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- Breast CancerDr. Pumpalova isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- ColonoscopyDr. Pumpalova isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- EndoscopyDr. Pumpalova isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Pumpalova isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Pumpalova isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Pumpalova isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.