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

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MediFind found 2232 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
    35
    conditions
    Expertise in
    35
    conditions

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At Lake Success

    450 Lakeville Road, Suite M42, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Louis Kavoussi, MD, MBA, Director of teleintervention at Northwell. He is a world-renowned urologic surgeon who brings more than 30 years of specialized expertise in minimally invasive urological surgery. His area of focus includes treating a wide range of urologic diseases, including kidney obstructions, renal stones and urologic cancer. At the forefront of innovation, Dr. Kavoussi pioneered several new surgical techniques, including the first minimally invasive approaches to kidney surgery for kidney cancer and kidney donation. He was also part of the team that performed the first laparoscopic prostate removal for cancer. In 1999, Dr. Kavoussi received a Smithsonian Computerworld Permanent Collection award for his work in developing telerounding, the starting point of telehealth medicine-to facilitate physician communication with hospitalized patients. Before joining Northwell in 2005 as chair of urology, Dr. Kavoussi completed his medical degree at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He obtained his urologic training at Washington University of St. Louis and, directly following residency, was named chief of urology at the Jewish Hospital of St. Louis. In 1991, he was appointed assistant professor at Harvard School of Medicine and director of endourology at the Brigham and Women's Hospital. In 1993, he joined the faculty of Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where he was vice chairman of urology and named a Patrick C. Walsh Distinguished Professor. Dr. Kavoussi values a team approach to care, and often collaborates with other specialists to create personalized and comprehensive treatment plans. His patients appreciate his easygoing personality and thoughtfulness. As the Waldbaum-Gardner Distinguished Professor of Urology at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Dr. Kavoussi is passionate about training the next generation of surgeons. He has presented his work and given live surgical demonstrations at conferences around the world and has more than 500 academic publications. Dr. Kavoussi is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Kavoussi is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    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
    24
    conditions
    Oncology | Transplant Surgery
    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    Oncology | Transplant Surgery

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

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

    Douglas Gladstone is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Gladstone is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    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
    20
    conditions
    Expertise in
    20
    conditions

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gynecologic Oncology At New Hyde Park

    9 Vermont Drive, 1st Floor, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Holcomb is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Holcomb is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ovarian Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Oophorectomy, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy. Dr. Holcomb is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology and American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology-Gynecologic Oncology.

    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions

    WPHPA Cancer And Blood Specialists Of New York

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

    Dr. Owen A. O'Connor is internationally renowned for his expertise on the diagnosis and treatment of all forms of lymphoma, with over 25 years of experience in academic medicine. He has invented and pioneered the development of several first in class drugs for the treatment of lymphoma, including one he co-invented for T-cell lymphoma which has now been approved in over 35 countries around the world. He has held several prestigious leadership positions at the major cancer centers in New York City, including Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York University Medical Center, and Cornell and Columbia University Medical Centers. Dr. O'connor is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma, T-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma.

    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
    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
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    The Children's Hospital At Montefiore

    3415 Bainbridge Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Loeb, MD, PhD, is Chief, Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and Cellular Therapy at Children’s Hospital at Montefiore and Professor, Pediatrics and Professor, Developmental and Molecular Biology at Montefiore Einstein. His clinical work focuses on tumors of connective tissue, such as bone and muscle. He also has expertise in the care of children with other solid tumors. As a member of the bone marrow transplantation team, Dr. Loeb also cares for patients with acute leukemias and has expertise in the application of immunotherapy to childhood cancer. Dr. Loeb is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteosarcoma, Ewing Sarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, and Bone Tumor.

    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
    10
    conditions
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions

    Bassett Medical Center

    1 Atwell Road, 
    Cooperstown, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Pelkofski is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vulvar Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Endometrial Cancer, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Pelkofski is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology (Obstetrics & Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology).

    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
    8
    conditions
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gynecologic Oncology At New Hyde Park

    9 Vermont Drive, 1st Floor, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Joan Tymon is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Tymon is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Ovarian Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Hysterectomy, and Oophorectomy. Dr. Tymon is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology.

    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

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medical Oncology At MEETH

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

    Francisco Esteva is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Esteva is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Esteva is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    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
    11
    conditions
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions

    Montefiore Medical Center

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

    Gastro-Intestinal Cancer. Dr. Kaubisch is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), and Ampullary 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
    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.

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    What is an oncologist?         

    An oncologist is a doctor who treats cancer. There are different types of oncologists who focus on specific kinds of treatments. Here are some examples: 

    • Medical oncologists use medications like chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies to fight cancer. 
    • Surgical oncologists perform operations to remove cancerous tumors or tissue. 
    • Radiation oncologists use high-energy radiation to destroy cancer cells. 
    • Pediatric oncologists focus on treating children and teens with cancer. 
    • Geriatric oncologists work with people with cancer who are 65 and older. 
    • Gynecologic oncologists treat cancers in reproductive organs for individuals assigned female at birth. 
    • Hematologist-oncologists treat cancers of the blood, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. 

    Why am I being referred to an oncologist?     

    You may be referred to an oncologist if your primary care doctor suspects you have cancer or another serious condition that requires specialized treatment. Oncologists are experts in diagnosing and treating cancer, but they also manage other conditions like blood disorders or abnormal cell growths that aren’t cancerous. For example, some people are referred to a hematologist-oncologist for issues with blood cells.  

    What tests are performed by an oncologist? 

    Oncologists use a variety of tests to help diagnose cancer and other serious conditions. These tests help them understand what stage the cancer is in or if the cancer has spread. Common tests include: 

    • Blood tests to check for abnormal cells, proteins, or other markers that might suggest cancer. 
    • Biopsies, where a small tissue sample is taken from a suspected area to check for cancer cells. 
    • Imaging tests like CT scans, MRIs, X-rays, and PET scans, which help oncologists get a detailed picture of what’s happening inside the body.

    What treatments are available to me?   

    The type of treatment you receive depends on the kind of cancer, its stage, and your overall health. Treatment usually begins soon after diagnosis, depending on how quickly care needs to start. Your oncologist will guide you through the different treatment options and help you decide on the best approach. 

    Some common treatments include: 

    The type of treatment you receive depends on the kind of cancer, its stage, and your overall health. Treatment usually begins soon after diagnosis, depending on how quickly care needs to start. Your oncologist will guide you through the different treatment options and help you decide on the best approach. 

    Some common treatments include: 

    • Chemotherapy, which uses drugs to kill cancer cells. 
    • Radiation therapy, which uses high-energy rays to target and destroy cancer cells. 
    • Surgery, where tumors or cancerous tissue are physically removed from the body. 
    • Immunotherapy, which helps boost your immune system to fight cancer. 
    • Targeted therapy, which attacks specific changes in cancer cells that help them grow. 

    When should I see an 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 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 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 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 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 Oncologist search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different 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 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 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 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 Oncologists in New York, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the 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 Oncologist that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the 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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