25 of the Best Hematologist Oncologists Near Me in New York, US

Looking for the best hematologist oncologist in New York, US? Find a top hematologist oncologist near you in New York, US who is an expert in your specific condition. A hematologist oncologist is a specialist who diagnoses and treats blood cancers.
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MediFind found 1452 specialists in New York, US

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    Expertise in
    57
    conditions
    Hematology
    Expertise in
    57
    conditions
    Hematology

    Bassett Medical Center

    1 Atwell Road, 
    Cooperstown, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Patel is highly rated in 57 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Iron Deficiency Anemia.

    Expertise in
    28
    conditions
    Oncology | Otolaryngology
    Expertise in
    28
    conditions
    Oncology | Otolaryngology

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu
    Offers Telehealth

    Nagashree Seetharamu, MD, MBBS, is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology, Medical Oncology and Hospice/Palliative medicine, she specializes in cancers of the head and neck and thoracic malignancies (lung cancer, mesothelioma, thymic tumors). She maintains an active clinical practice at the Monter Cancer Center where she focuses on providing compassionate, personalized, evidence-based multidisciplinary care. Dr. Seetharamu has established her reputation at the national level through her active involvement, and leadership within influential oncology organizations that steer the direction of clinical cancer care and research across the United States, and globally. She is a full member of both the Cancer Prevention Committee and Respiratory Committee of Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology. This is a national, NCI-sponsored, cooperative group that develops, fund and conducts clinical trials at many academic and community oncology centers across the country. In her position on these committees, she collaborates with clinical research experts across the country to establish standards-of-care, oversees the conduct of existing clinical trials, develops innovative and impactful hypotheses, and formulate future clinical trials. Dr. Seetharamu is the institutional principal investigator on over 10 clinical trials, has co-authored over 50 publications and book chapters and is a sought after speaker at various regional, national and international events related to Head and Neck and Thoracic cancer. Dr. Seetharamu is also Associate Program Director of the Medical Oncology and Hematology Fellowship Program for the Northwell Health Cancer Institute. In this role, she provides hands-on involvement in the recruitment, education and mentorship of future generations of physicians. Dr. Seetharamu trained in internal medicine at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and in hematology/oncology at New York University Medical Center. Dr. Seetharamu is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and EGFR Positive Lung Cancer. Dr. Seetharamu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hospice & Palliative Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Expertise in
    25
    conditions
    Expertise in
    25
    conditions

    Montefiore Medical Center

    111 East 210th Street, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marina Konopleva, MD, Phd, is Professor, Oncology, Professor, Molecular Pharmacology, Director, Leukemia Program and Co-Director, Blood Cancer Institute, at Montefiore Einstein. Her clinic focus centers on treating patients with hematologic malignancies, with an emphasis on acute myeloid and acute lymphoblastic leukemia. She has additional expertise in treating patients with high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome and chronic myeloid leukemia. Dr. Konopleva is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Center For Community Health At NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital

    515 6th St, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Martin is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Martin is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Follicular Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Martin is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Malayalam, Punjabi
    Offers Telehealth

    Veena John, MD, is the System Head for GYN/Medical Oncology for the Northwell Health Cancer Institute and an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology, she maintains an active practice caring for patients with gynecologic cancers where she focuses on providing compassionate, personalized, evidence-based multi-disciplinary care. In conjunction with physicians in Surgical Oncology, she pioneered a multi-disciplinary team approach for gynecologic oncology patients at the R.J. Zuckerberg Cancer Center where her practice is based. Dr. John is a highly experienced principal investigator for industry sponsored Phase I, II and III clinical trials in gynecologic oncology. She is the site principal investigator for the NRG cooperative group for the Northwell Health Cancer Institute and co-chair of the protocol review monitoring committee. Dr. John earned her medical degree from Christian Medical College in India, where she also completed her internal medicine internship. She completed her internal medicine residency at Flushing Medical Center and fellowship in hematology and medical oncology at North Shore University Hospital. She is an active member of the Society for Gynecologic Oncology, Society for Immunotherapy in Cancer, American Society of Clinical Oncology and American Society of Hematology as well as a member of the Ovarian Cancer committee for the national Gynecologic Oncology Group. Dr. John is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ovarian Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor, and Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor. Dr. John is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Internal Medicine | Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Internal Medicine | Hematology | Oncology

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gulam Manji, M.D., Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Manji received his M.D. degree from Ross University School of Medicine in 2009 and completed his residency in internal medicine at Albany Medical College. He then completed his fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia, where his clinical focus was on the treatment of gastrointestinal malignancies, melanoma, and sarcoma under the mentorship of Dr. Gary Schwartz, Chief of Hematology and Oncology.Dr. Manji conducts translational research with the overall goal to developing new treatments for cancer. His focus is in gastrointestinal malignancies, particularly pancreas adenocarcinoma, on which he is conducting preclinical combination immunotherapy studies on genetically engineered mice with pancreas cancer in the Olive laboratory at the Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center. The combination immunotherapy preclinical proposal received the Young Investigator Award from the American Society of Clinical Oncology-2015. The goal of these preclinical studies is to bring promising new therapies to the clinic in an early phase clinical trials Dr. Manji's research career in identifying new genes and their implication in disease has led to numerous key publications and an issued patent.Dr. Manji cares for patients with gastrointestinal malignancies, with a particular focus on pancreatic and liver cancers, and sarcomas. He is the principal investigator of an investigator-initiated multicenter clinical trial that he wrote with Dr. Gary Schwartz in sarcoma and malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors and is responsible for clinical trials conducted in liver, bile duct, gallbladder, and pancreas cancers at Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Manji is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor, and Familial Pancreatic Cancer. Dr. Manji is board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. Dr. Manji is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Hematology
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Hematology

    Bassett Cancer Institute At FoxCare

    1 FoxCare Drive, Suite 310, 
    Oneonta, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Parylo is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Leukocytosis, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Parylo is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Dermatology
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Dermatology

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Postow is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Postow is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Uveal Melanoma, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Sinus Cancer, and Liver Embolization.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions

    Montefiore Medical Park At Eastchester

    1695 Eastchester Road, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Irina Murakhovskaya is an Assistant Professor of Medicine (Hematology). She completed a medical degree at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and residency and fellowship training at Montefiore Health System. Her clinical interests focus on monoclonal gammopathy, low-grade lymphoma, and hematologic issues in pregnancy. Dr. Murakhovskaya is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, and Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    Montefiore Medical Park At Eastchester

    1695 Eastchester Road, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Balazs Halmos, MD received his medical degree summa cum laude from Semmelweis University in Budapest, Hungary. He completed an internal medicine residency program at St. Dr. Halmos is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Tissue Biopsy.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Carvajal is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Carvajal is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Uveal Melanoma, Melanoma of the Eye, Melanoma, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Carvajal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medical Oncology At MEETH

    210 East 64th Street, 4th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Chung is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Chung is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Chung is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    The Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) Research and Treatment Program has become a landmark for CLL patients worldwide. Dr. Kanti Rai has been involved in diagnosing and treating CLL for almost 40 years and the staging system that bears his name came out of his early breakthrough research. His particular areas of interest are: natural history of CLL, improving prognostic features of this disease and developing newer strategies of therapy which are hypothesis-driven. Dr. Rai is an active member of the International Workshop on CLL (iwCLL) and Dr. Keating s Global CLL Foundation. He is an active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) and the American Society of Hematology (ASH). In 2006, Dr. Rai served as the President of ASH. He was the recipient of ASCO s David Karnofsky Memorial Award in 2012. In 2013, Dr. Rai was honored with the iwCLL David Galton award. In 2014 he was presented with ASH s Wallace H. Coulter Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Rai is the Joel Finkelstein Cancer Foundation Professor of Medicine, and Professor of Molecular Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell School of Medicine and Professor of Medicine at the Feinstein Institute for Medical Research, Manhasset, NY. Dr. Rai is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Leukemia, and Richter Syndrome. Dr. Rai is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions

    Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center - Montefiore Medical Park

    1575 Blondell Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    My research is focused on breast cancer management, and on care delivery and support for breast cancer patients. Dr. Makower is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine At East 85th Street

    178 East 85th Street, 2nd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Greek
    Offers Telehealth

    Alex Spyropoulos is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Spyropoulos is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Deep Vein Thrombosis, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, and Pulmonary Embolism. Dr. Spyropoulos is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions

    Bassett Medical Center

    1 Atwell Road, 
    Cooperstown, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Allerton is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Familial Prostate Cancer. Dr. Allerton is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology, American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hospice And Palliative Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Ave, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Divaya Bhutani is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Bhutani is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Bhutani is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Dermatology
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Dermatology

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Westchester

    500 Westchester Ave, 
    West Harrison, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Parisa Momtaz is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in West Harrison, New York. Dr. Momtaz is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Anal Cancer, and Pancreatic Cancer.

    Expertise in
    59
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    59
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    90 South Bedford Road, 
    Mount Kisco, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Halaas is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Mount Kisco, New York. Dr. Halaas is highly rated in 59 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Thrombocytopenia, and Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS). Dr. Halaas is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Montefiore Medical Center

    111 East 210th Street, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shyamala Navada is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Navada is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Expertise in
    49
    conditions
    Expertise in
    49
    conditions

    WPHPA Cancer And Blood Specialists Of New York

    2 Longview Avenue, 3rd Floor, 
    White Plains, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Dan Costin is Director of the White Plains Hospital Center for Cancer Care. He has been practicing medical oncology and hematology in Westchester since 1993. He received his B.S. in biochemistry at the University of California in Los Angeles and his medical degree at the University of California in San Francisco. He completed his internal medicine residency at Beth Israel Hospital in Boston in 1990, his fellowship in medical oncology at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda in 1991, and his fellowship in hematology at New York University in 1993. He has been an attending physician at White Plains Hospital since 1993 and served as section chief of the department of Hematology-Oncology from 1999 to 2007. Dr. Costin is highly rated in 49 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Osteosarcoma, Chondrosarcoma, and Angiosarcoma.

    Expertise in
    45
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    45
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)

    520 E 70th St # 3, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gail Roboz is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Roboz is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Leukemia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Roboz is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    43
    conditions
    Expertise in
    43
    conditions

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven L. Allen, MD, FACP, is Professor of Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. An expert in benign and malignant hematology, he is the System Head for Benign Hematology for the Northwell Health Cancer Institute. As an attending physician at the Monter Cancer Center, Dr. Allen focuses on providing compassionate, personalized, evidence-based multi-disciplinary care. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology, Dr. Allen has been the principal investigator for numerous drug trials and has collaborated with several basic science labs, resulting in over 150 publications. Among his many professional affiliations, he is most active with the American Society of Hematology, having served in numerous leadership positions and committees. In addition, he is a dedicated member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, Empire State Hematology and Oncology Society, and the American College of Physicians. Dr. Allen earned his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. He trained in internal medicine and hematology/oncology at New York Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Allen is highly rated in 43 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Schnitzler Syndrome, Follicular Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Allen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Expertise in
    42
    conditions
    Expertise in
    42
    conditions

    University Of Rochester

    601 Elmwood Ave, 
    Rochester, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jane Liesveld is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Rochester, New York. Dr. Liesveld is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Leukemia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Expertise in
    39
    conditions
    Expertise in
    39
    conditions

    WPHPA Medical Oncology

    2 Longview Avenue, 4th Floor, 
    White Plains, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hungarian
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mittelman earned his medical degree from his medical degree from Mt. Sinai School of Medicine. He completed his internship at Elmhurst Hospital Center, Queens, and his internal medicine residency at State University of NY Health Science Center, Brooklyn. He completed a fellowship in oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in July 1983. Dr. Mittelman is highly rated in 39 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer.

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    What is a hematologist oncologist?           

    A hematologist oncologist is a board-certified physician who can diagnose and manage cancers that affect blood, bone marrow, or the lymphatic system. An “oncologist” is a doctor that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. A “hematologist” treats issues related to blood, bone marrow, or the lymphatic system.   

    Why am I being referred to a hematologist oncologist?     

    Patients are usually referred to a hematologist oncologist when their primary care physician (PCP) suspects they may have cancer. However, going to a hematology oncology appointment does not automatically mean a person has cancer. In some cases, PCPs make these referrals to rule out cancer.  

    How many kinds of blood cancers exist? 

    There are three main types of blood cancers: leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. Leukemia affects blood and bone marrow, causing abnormal white blood cells. Lymphoma targets the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system. Myeloma – also called multiple myeloma – affects plasma cells in bone marrow. Every type of blood cancer comes in many different variations, each with its own symptoms and treatment needs.

    How is blood cancer diagnosed?   

    According to Yale Medicine, doctors usually start with blood tests to check for unusual cells or changes in blood counts. If something seems wrong, they might do a bone marrow biopsy, where they take a small sample of bone marrow to look for cancer cells. They might also use imaging tests like computed tomography (CT) scans or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to see if the cancer has spread. These tests help doctors figure out the type and stage of cancer, which is important for deciding the best treatment plan. 

    What are the symptoms of blood cancer? 

    Symptoms of blood cancer may vary from person to person. They also happen at different levels of intensity. Common symptoms include: 

    • Fatigue 
    • Unexplained weight loss 
    • Frequent infections 
    • Easy bruising or bleeding (e.g., nosebleeds or bleeding gums) 
    • Swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, or groin 
    • Bone pain, especially in the back or ribs 
    • Night sweats 

    When should I see a Hematologist Oncologist in New York, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Hematologist Oncologist in New York, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Hematologist Oncologists in New York, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Hematologist Oncologists in New York, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Hematologist Oncologist in New York?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Hematologist Oncologist search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hematologist Oncologist?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Hematologist Oncologist in New York, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Hematologist Oncologist?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Hematologist Oncologist may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Hematologist Oncologists in New York, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Hematologist Oncologist search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Hematologist Oncologist that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hematologist Oncologist search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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