The 20 Best Lymphadenectomy Doctors in New York, US

John F. Thompson, MD, is Chief, Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at Children's Hospital at Montefiore (CHAM) and Professor of Pediatrics at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Thompson specializes in short bowel syndrome, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease, eosinophilic esophagitis, feeding disorder, and chronic abdominal pain. Dr. Thompson graduated from the College of the Holy Cross with a B.A. and M.S. in Chemistry. He was awarded his Doctor of Medicine from Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine in 1977. He completed a residency in Pediatrics at Wyler's Children's Hospital, University of Chicago Hospitals and Clinics in 1980, followed by a fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition at Babies Hospital, Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Thompson was Chief of the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition in the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine for 15 years before he was recruited to CHAM in 2009. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Short Bowel Syndrome, Cerebral Hypoxia, Lymphadenectomy, and Colonoscopy.

Brendon Stiles, MD, is Professor and Chief, Thoracic Surgery and Surgical Oncology, Department of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery at Montefiore Einstein, and the Associate Director for Surgical Services in the Montefiore Einstein Cancer Center. Dr. Stiles’ clinical focus is on the treatment of lung and esophageal cancer and unusual thoracic cancers including metastatic tumors and those invading the heart. He also has a clinical interest in treating benign chest and upper gastrointestinal diseases. Taking a patient-first philosophy, Dr. Stiles provides world-class personalized care, using minimally invasive, organ-sparing techniques and targeting surgical therapy to the specific needs of the patient and his or her individual tumor.“The recruitment of Dr. Stiles elevates the treatment of lung cancer to a historic level,” said Robert E. Michler, MD, Surgeon-in-Chief and Chairman and Professor, Department of Surgery and Department of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery at Montefiore-Einstein. “Every thoracic surgical therapy available anywhere in the world will now be offered by Dr. Stiles at Montefiore-Einstein.”After earning his Bachelor of Arts in 1994 at the University of Virginia, Dr. Stiles continued at UVA, earning his Doctor of Medicine in 1999.  He conducted his training in general surgery at the University of Virginia Health System. From 2001 to 2003, Dr. Stiles served as a surgical research fellow at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center before returning to the University of Virginia Health System to complete his surgical residency. Dr. Stiles completed a cardiothoracic surgery residency at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in 2008. Dr. Stiles joined the faculty at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell before being recruited by Dr. Michler to Montefiore-Einstein in 2021. Dr. Stiles is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Esophageal Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Thymectomy.

Guido Dalbagni is a Urologist in New York, New York. Dr. Dalbagni is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. His top areas of expertise are Bladder Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), Cystectomy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Dalbagni is currently accepting new patients.

Freya Schnabel is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Schnabel has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

Lisa Sclafani is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Sclafani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.

Sarah Pesek is a General Surgeon in Albany, New York. Dr. Pesek has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Intraductal Papilloma, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Pesek is currently accepting new patients.

Louis Harrison is a Radiation Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Harrison is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. His top areas of expertise are Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy.

Barbara Brazis is a General Surgeon in Albany, New York. Dr. Brazis has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Umbilical Hernia, Breast Cancer, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Brazis is currently accepting new patients.

Mario Leitao is a Gynecologic Oncologist and an Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Leitao is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. His top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Vulvar Cancer, Vaginal Cancer, Hysterectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Leitao is currently accepting new patients.

"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 rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.

Dwight Derisi is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Derisi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.

Sheldon Marc Feldman, MD, is Chief, Breast Surgery and Breast Surgical Oncology, Professor, Surgery and Director, Breast Cancer Services at Montefiore Einstein. His clinical focus includes breast cancer, oncoplastic surgery with an emphasis on optimizing breast conservation, nipple-sparing mastectomy, minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment, intraoperative radiation, targeted tumor ablation, lymphedema prevention, and complementary integrative holistic care with an emphasis on physician-patient communication. Dr. Feldman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. His top areas of expertise are Intraductal Papilloma, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

"Andrew Ashikari, MD, FACS, is a nationally acclaimed surgical oncologist with over 25 years of clinical practice in the New York metropolitan region.Dr. Ashikari's state-of-the-art care includes nipple-sparing mastectomy, a procedure he says enhances cosmetic outcome and provides effective medical benefit for women with breast cancer or who want to reduce hereditary risk. His expertise in this surgery is unparalleled-his team has performed some of the highest volumes of nipple sparing mastectomies than any breast center in the world.""I wanted to be a doctor from a young age,"" says Dr. Ashikari, who was inspired by his physician father. ""He started his breast cancer practice in Westchester back when there really was no such thing as a breast surgery practice.""Dr. Ashikari completed a surgical oncology fellowship at the University of Chicago and an internship and general surgery residency at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He then served as director of the Ashikari Breast Center in Dobbs Ferry and Cortlandt Manor, NY, before joining Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Care Center at Northern Westchester Hospital and Physician Partners Breast Surgery at Phelps in 2021.Dr. Ashikari works with a highly skilled, interdisciplinary team, including medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists and genetic specialists to develop individualized treatment plans. Patients can promptly receive imaging, biopsy, surgical consultation, medical and radiation oncology consultations, and genetic information-all without leaving their community.Dr. Ashikari is widely published and has completed research on a variety of topics and clinical protocols, including breast cancer, prevention for high-risk patients, breast reconstruction, implants, and intraoperative radiotherapy. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, the Society of Surgical Oncology, the New York Surgical Society, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the New York Metropolitan Breast Group and the American Society of Breast Surgeons.When it comes to his patients, Dr. Ashikari says it's all about exceptional expertise-and a personal touch. ""Our team has so many years of valuable experience, and each team member is directly involved in patient care,"" he says. ""We're here to help them in every possible way.""". Dr. Ashikari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Breast Infection, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Lymphadenectomy.

Jonathan Bank, M.D. is a board-certified plastic surgeon with specialty training in microsurgery. His particular interests include autologous breast reconstruction, sensory restoration of the reconstructed breast, reversal of lymphedema, new applications for fat grafting, facial aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, and high-definition body contouring. He performs all aspects of facial, breast, and body cosmetic surgery in a AAAASF-certified facility in Great Neck, N.Y., as well as at the Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital (MEETH). Reconstructive procedures are performed in multiple hospitals in the New York area, including Lenox Hill Hospital, NorthShore University Hospital, Long Island Jewish Hospital, Glen Cove Hospital, Huntington Hospital, and Saint Francis Hospital in Roslyn, N.Y.Dr. Bank has authored more than thirty peer-reviewed articles, including award winning publications regarding novel techniques in fat grafting. He has written multiple book chapters in internationally regarded surgical publications. Dr. Bank serves on the review and editorial boards of a number of reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgery journals. He has presented his research at regional, national, and international conferences in the fields of microsurgical reconstruction and aesthetic surgery.Raised in New York and Israel, Dr. Bank received his degrees from the seven-year medical program at Tel Aviv University. He served in several elite military units before relocating to Chicago, where he completed his surgical training in the combined Plastic Surgery residency program at the University of Chicago Medical Center. During his residency, he received multiple academic achievement and research awards. He subsequently completed a fellowship in microsurgical reconstruction at leading institutions in the field, at the University of Pennsylvania and at the Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia, and served as a visiting scholar at the Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taipei, Taiwan. Dr. Bank is currently an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery, and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He is an Associate Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Bank is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. His top areas of expertise are Breast Enlargement In Males, BRCA Positive Breast Cancer, HER2 Negative Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

"Dominic Andrew Filardi, MD, is an attending breast cancer surgeon at Northwell Health. With more than 30 years of experience, Dr. Filardi provides highly specialized surgical care at Monter Cancer Center, where he treats both newly diagnosed patients and those following up on their treatments.As part of the multidisciplinary team at Monter Cancer Center, Dr. Filardi uses the most up-to-date techniques and technologies available to diagnose and treat breast cancer while minimizing discomfort and shortening recovery time, such as the innovative Magseed marker-a small, minimally invasive marker designed to pinpoint cancer lesions for removal. He works alongside medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, breast imaging technicians, plastic surgeons and geneticists to provide a holistic treatment plan from diagnosis to reconstruction.Dr. Filardi knew he wanted to be a surgeon since childhood; his father and grandfather, both doctors, were his inspirations. He completed his residency in the Department of Surgery at North Shore University Hospital. As an assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell since 2009, Dr. Filardi is passionate about passing his knowledge on to the breast surgeons of the future.Outside the medical school, Dr. Filardi also educates the public about treatment options and innovations at community events. He is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons (ASBrS) and the American Cancer Society, and is published in the Annals of Clinical and Laboratory Science and the International Journals of Surgical Pathology.For Dr. Filardi, the best part of his career has been providing patients with the patience, guidance and understanding they need during a fearful and confusing time. ""The most rewarding part is easing a breast cancer patient's plight,"" he says. ""We know that patients are often scared when they come through our doors, so my team and I do our best to support them through their cancer journey. We want to make the process as easy and comfortable as possible.""". Dr. Filardi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, and Lymphadenectomy.

Erna Busch is a General Surgeon in Greenlawn, New York. Dr. Busch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.

Maureen P. McEvoy, MD, FACS, is a Breast Surgeon and Associate Professor at Montefiore Einstein. Her clinical focus is on minimally invasive and oncoplastic techniques to achieve cosmetically acceptable outcomes while treating breast cancer surgically. In addition, she focuses on lymphedema prevention in practice and research. As a physician, Dr. McEvoy educates patients about their diagnoses and helps them explore treatment options. Dr. Mcevoy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Lymphedema, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

"Mansoor H. Beg, MD, is a surgical oncologist who joined Northwell Health's Department of Surgery in 1993. He specializes in cutaneous malignancies (cancer that begins in the outer layer of the skin) and both cancerous and noncancerous breast conditions. With 29 years of experience, Dr. Beg provides highly specialized care at Monter Cancer Center, where he treats newly diagnosed patients and those following up on their treatments.As part of a multidisciplinary team, Dr. Beg uses the most up-to-date techniques and technologies available to diagnose and treat malignant and benign conditions while minimizing discomfort and shortening recovery time. He works alongside medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, breast imaging technicians, plastic surgeons and geneticists to provide a holistic treatment plan complete with psychosocial support, physical therapy, occupational therapy and nutrition services as needed.Dr. Beg completed his residency in the Department of Surgery at North Shore University Hospital and his fellowship at Tulane University Hospital School of Medicine. Now, he is passionate about passing his knowledge on to the surgeons of the future as an assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He takes part in daily resident education through the initial clinical experience (ICE) of first- and second-year medical students as well as the advanced clinical experience (ACE) of third-year students.In 2019, Dr. Beg received the Northwell Health Truly Award for Caring Touch for ""embodying compassion and having an exceptional caring touch and bedside manner."" He has also been selected as Teacher of the Year by Northwell Health Department of Surgery residents.A son of two physicians, Dr. Beg always knew he wanted to be a doctor. ""When I got to medical school, my mentors and clinical experiences attracted me to surgery,"" he explains. ""Then, my encounters with cancer patients drew me to surgical oncology. I knew I wanted to make a difference in their lives during such a scary time.""". Dr. Beg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Angiosarcoma, Intraductal Papilloma, and Lymphadenectomy.

Susan Palleschi is a General Surgeon in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Palleschi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Intraductal Papilloma, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Li-Fraumeni Syndrome, and Lymphadenectomy.

David Light is a Plastic Surgeon in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Light is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lymphadenectomy. His top areas of expertise are Breast Enlargement In Males, BRCA Positive Breast Cancer, HER2 Negative Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery.