25 of the Best Oncologists Near Me in melville, NY

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MediFind found 140 specialists near melville, NY

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    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Hematology
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    Northwell Health Cancer Institute At Huntington

    270 Pulaski Road, Suite D, 
    Greenlawn, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sadia Riaz is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Greenlawn, New York. Dr. Riaz is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Anemia, Gastric Lymphoma, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Riaz is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    28
    conditions
    Expertise in
    28
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Cancer Institute At Huntington

    270 Pulaski Road, Suite D, 
    Greenlawn, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I am a board certified medical oncologist treating all solid tumor malignancies,with special expertise in gastrointestinal malignancies, gynecological malignancies and head and neck cancer. I am the Director of GI Malignancies for the Eastern Region at Northwell Health Cancer Institute, and Chief of Hematology Oncology at Huntington Hospital. I collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, surgeons, radiation oncologists, pathologists, and radiologists to bring the best possible care to patients who wish to be treated close to home on Long Island. I am also an attending physician of the Don Monti Division of Medical Oncology and Hematology at North Shore University Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center and Southside Hospital. Prior to joining Northwell Health, I was an attending physician at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. I completed my Internal Medicine residency training at Maimonides Medical Center and my fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at the University of Vermont. In addition to my work as a clinician, I have a strong interest in clinical research. I immensely enjoy teaching and have mentored many young physicians during their training. I am proud to be part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, providing state- of-the-art comprehensive care to all of our patients on Long Island. Dr. Siebel is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, and Lynch Syndrome. Dr. Siebel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology. Dr. Siebel is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Cancer Institute At Huntington

    270 Pulaski Road, Suite D, 
    Greenlawn, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Magdalena Pomykol-Petryk is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Greenlawn, New York. Dr. Pomykol-Petryk is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Pomykol-Petryk is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medical Oncology At Woodbury

    40 Crossways Park Drive, Suite 103, 
    Woodbury, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bruce Kappel is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Woodbury, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Kappel is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, and Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). Dr. Kappel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology. Dr. Kappel is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medical Oncology At Woodbury

    40 Crossways Park Drive, Suite 103, 
    Woodbury, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nancy Sun is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Woodbury, New York. Dr. Sun is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, RUNX1 Familial Platelet Disorder, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), and Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Sun is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology. Dr. Sun is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Obstetrics And Gynecology At Huntington

    752 Park Avenue, 
    Huntington, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Santos is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Huntington, New York. Dr. Santos is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Angiomyoma, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Vulvar Cancer, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Santos is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology and American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology-Gynecologic Oncology. Dr. Santos is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    30
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    30
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required
    789 Park Avenue, Floor 2, 
    Huntington, NY 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Italian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Buchholtz is an Oncologist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Huntington, New York. Dr. Buchholtz is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Thrombocytopenia, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Anemia. Dr. Buchholtz is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Oncology | Urology
    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Oncology | Urology
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At Hauppauge

    200 Motor Parkway, D22, 
    Hauppauge, NY 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Reza Ghavamian is an Oncologist and a Urologist practicing medicine in Hauppauge, New York. Dr. Ghavamian is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Ghavamian is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Ghavamian is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gynecologic Oncology At New Hyde Park

    9 Vermont Drive, 1st Floor, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kevin Holcomb is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Holcomb is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ovarian Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Holcomb is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology and American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology-Gynecologic Oncology. Dr. Holcomb is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medical Oncology At Woodbury

    40 Crossways Park Drive, Suite 103, 
    Woodbury, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hon Chan is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Woodbury, New York. Dr. Chan is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, Thrombocytopenia, and Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). Dr. Chan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Internal Medicine At Lake Success

    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite S160, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Greek
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alex Spyropoulos is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Lake Success, 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. Dr. Spyropoulos is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Cancer Institute At Huntington

    270 Pulaski Road, Suite D, 
    Greenlawn, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brittney Zimmerman is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Greenlawn, New York. Dr. Zimmerman is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Zimmerman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zimmerman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    30
    conditions
    Expertise in
    30
    conditions
    Referral may be required
    789 Park Avenue, Floor 2, 
    Huntington, NY 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Birjis Akhund is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Huntington, New York. Dr. Akhund is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Lung Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Akhund is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Commack Nonna’s Garden Foundation Center

    650 Commack Rd, 
    Commack, NY 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Stuver is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Commack, New York. Dr. Stuver is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma, T-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Stuver is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Commack Nonna’s Garden Foundation Center

    650 Commack Rd, 
    Commack, NY 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maximilian Merz is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Commack, New York. Dr. Merz is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Graft. Dr. Merz is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required
    1055 Stewart Avenue, 
    Bethpage, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jagmohan Kalra is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Bethpage, New York. Dr. Kalra is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Malabsorption. Dr. Kalra is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology. Dr. Kalra is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1 Bungtown Rd, 
    Cold Spring Harbor, NY 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Tuveson is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Cold Spring Harbor, New York. Dr. Tuveson is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Trophoblastic Tumor Placental Site, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Pancreatectomy.

    Expertise in
    49
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    49
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Imbert Cancer Center

    440 East Main Street, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth D. Gold, MD joined Northwell Health Physician Partners and the Northwell Health Cancer Institute as an attending physician of the Department of Medicine.Kenneth D. Gold, MD graduated magna cum laude from Amherst College. He earned his medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, and then trained in Internal Medicine at George Washington University, where he also served as Chief Medical Resident. His fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology was completed at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center. Dr. Gold is board-certified in Internal medicine, Hematology and medical Oncology.Previously Chief of Hematology and Medical Oncology at Good Samaritan Hospital, West Islip, and an attending physician at Southside Hospital, Dr. Gold has been a leader in Suffolk County in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer and blood diseases since 1983. He served for many years as the Chair of the Transfusion Committees at both Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center and Southside Hospital. Dr. Gold is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Gold is highly rated in 49 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Gold is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology. Dr. Gold is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Imbert Cancer Center

    440 East Main Street, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Punjabi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sumreen Majeed is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Majeed is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Lung Adenocarcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Majeed is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Obstetrics & Gynecology At Bellmore

    2428 Merrick Road, 
    Bellmore, NY 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    "Andrew Menzin, MD, is an OB/GYN and oncology specialist at Northwell Health Physician Partners Gynecologic Oncology at New Hyde Park. He is also the chief of gynecologic oncology for Northwell facilities across central Long Island and Queens, and the vice chairman of academic affairs for the OB/GYN service line. Dr. Menzin has nearly three decades of experience in gynecologic oncology and academic medicine.""I come from a family of doctors,"" he says. ""Education, medicine and service to others was just part of how I grew up.""Dr. Menzin treats the full spectrum of gynecologic issues, from benign conditions to all malignancies of the female reproductive system. His extensive surgical expertise includes cancer surgery, robotic surgery and complex gynecologic surgery.He joined Northwell Health in 1995, after completing a fellowship in gynecologic oncology and a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.""At Northwell, we're here to meet every patient's needs and deliver truly collaborative care,"" says Dr. Menzin, who works closely with specialists including pathologists, radiologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, general surgeons, colorectal surgeons and urologists. He carefully explains this multifaceted care to each patient-even drawing his unique diagrams for extra clarity.Dr. Menzin is a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He is a member of the Society of Gynecologic Oncology, as well as a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. He's been named numerous times on the Castle Connolly Top Doctors list, and he's an avid supporter of the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition, which supports ovarian cancer survivors and funds research to find a cure.""I have had great mentors who've inspired me along the way,"" says Dr. Menzin. ""It's all about delivering care that's patient-centered. Looking after them the way I'd want to be cared for.""". Dr. Menzin is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ovarian Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Hernia Surgery, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Menzin is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology and American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology-Gynecologic Oncology. Dr. Menzin is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gynecologic Oncology At New Hyde Park

    9 Vermont Drive, 1st Floor, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jill Whyte is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Whyte is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Whyte is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology and American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology-Gynecologic Oncology. Dr. Whyte is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required
    2800 Marcus Avenue, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hebrew
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Mark A. Hoffman is the Section Head of Hematology at Long Island Jewish's Division of Hematology/Oncology. Dr. Hoffman is also an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and was listed as one of the Best Doctors in America, from 2003 through 2007. His interests include breast cancer, gynecologic malignancies, chronic lymphocytic leukemia and malignant lymphomas. Dr. Hoffman is also focused on the development of communication skills in oncology and supportive care. Dr. Hoffman is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Hoffman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Ann And Jules Gottlieb Women's Comprehensive Health Center

    1554 Northern Boulevard, 5th Floor, 
    Manhasset, NY 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Arthur Fougner is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Fougner is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Solitary Fibrous Tumor, and Ovarian Cysts. Dr. Fougner is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Dr. Fougner is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gynecologic Oncology At New Hyde Park

    9 Vermont Drive, 1st Floor, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gary L. Goldberg, MD, FACOG, FRCOG, FACS, is a nationally and internationally recognized gynecologic oncologist. As a clinician, academician and researcher, Dr. Goldberg has expertise in the full spectrum of gynecologic oncology, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, and the care of women with a hereditary predisposition to cancer.Dr. Goldberg has extensive experience with funded clinical and translational research. He has authored or co-authored more than 285 peer-reviewed publications and currently serves as an investigator at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. He's also held leadership positions in numerous professional societies, including the Society of Gynecologic Oncology and New York Obstetrical Society. He currently serves as an American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology oral examiner for both OB/GYN and gynecologic oncology.Dr. Goldberg was born and raised in South Africa, where he started his career in medicine. He received both his undergraduate and medical degree from the University of Cape Town, then went on to complete both his residency in OB/GYN and fellowship in gynecologic oncology at the Groote Schuur Hospital and University of Cape Town. Today, he passes on his knowledge to the surgeons of the future in his position as director of the Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship Program at Northwell Health.From childhood, Dr. Goldberg knew he wanted to go into medicine and never envisioned another career path for himself. He has since received certifications from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the South African College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He's also received the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists National Faculty Award and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Harry Long Multidisciplinary Award. Dr. Goldberg is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Goldberg is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology and American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology-Gynecologic Oncology. Dr. Goldberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    43
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    43
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required
    1999 Marcus Avenue, Suite 308, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Francis Arena is an Oncologist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Arena is highly rated in 43 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Arena is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Arena is currently accepting new patients.

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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 near melville, NY?

    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 near melville, NY?

    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 near melville, NY?

    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 near melville, NY?

    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 melville?

    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 near melville, NY?

    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 near melville, NY?

    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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