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lucyloo
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Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
So I recently found out that I had breast cancer and I found a breast surgeon that I really like but I do want to get a second opinion.
Everyone keeps talking about Sloan but I can't even get them on the phone. I'm hoping for someone on Long Island in Suffolk. TIA!
Update 7/20:
So I like the first doc but I am going to get a second opinion at Sloan. My app is next week. Can't believe I have to wait. Like this is for a nail appointment or something.  Anyway, Sloan wants to see the original biopsy slide and they will do their own tests on it so that can rule out error with the first lab so that is comforting.
Message edited 7/20/2011 4:40:58 PM.
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jerseypanda
Life is good.
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Amanda
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
I don't know any doctors, but just wanted to send you some prayers and hugs!
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| Posted 7/19/11 1:44 PM |
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FelAndJon
needs to update her avatar pic
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Felice (aka LuckyBride2004)
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
I live in NJ so I don't have any LI recommendations but I wanted to offer up some and prayers for a speedy recovery
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| Posted 7/19/11 1:46 PM |
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REKoz412
LIF Infant
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
Loved my breast surgeon at Stony Brook (Carol Baldwin Breast Center). Everyone there was wonderful! PM me if you would like her name or for any other reason if you need some support.
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| Posted 7/19/11 1:55 PM |
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FirstMate
My lil cowboy
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
Dr. Brian O'Hea at Stony Brook in the Carol Baldwin center is supposed to be excellent. I wish you lots of luck and a very speedy recovery
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| Posted 7/19/11 2:01 PM |
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PattyCake
LIF Adult
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Hope
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
First, let me just say love, hugs, and be encouraged!
My mom absolutely LOVES her breast surgeon. She was diagnosed just about 4 years ago. His name is Dwight Derisi and he is located at 1010 Northern Boulevard in Great Neck Long Island. He is apparently loved by a LOT of people in New York according to this link.
Dr. Derisi Testimonials
All the best to you!
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| Posted 7/19/11 2:08 PM |
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soontobemommy
LIF Adolescent
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
Dr. Lewis Kurtz came highly recommended and was amazing.
North Shore Surgical Specialists
310 East Shore Road
Suite 203
Great Neck, NY 11023
Tel: (516) 482-8657
Fax: (516) 829-0002
[email protected]
best of luck to you!
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| Posted 7/19/11 2:31 PM |
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Blu-ize
Plan B is Now Plan A
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Susan
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
Dr. Erna Busch in Huntington.
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| Posted 7/19/11 3:04 PM |
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LI12345
LIF Infant
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
Dr. Deborah Axelrod
NYU Clinical Cancer Center
160 EAST 34TH STREET
NEW YORK, NY 10016
(its not too far from Penn)
she is amazing!
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| Posted 7/19/11 3:49 PM |
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mbg1007
LIF Adult
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
Posted by PattyCake
First, let me just say love, hugs, and be encouraged!
My mom absolutely LOVES her breast surgeon. She was diagnosed just about 4 years ago. His name is Dwight Derisi and he is located at 1010 Northern Boulevard in Great Neck Long Island. He is apparently loved by a LOT of people in New York according to this link.
Dr. Derisi Testimonials
All the best to you!
My mom also used Dr. Derisi, he is next to G-d in our house. He actually diagnosed her 17 years ago and she has been seeing him ever since. I see him yearly for checkups (given the family hx) and I would willingly wait for hours to see him if I had to.
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| Posted 7/19/11 4:36 PM |
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tkmommie
LIF Infant
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
KAREN M. KOSTROFF, M.D. is one of New York’s most renown breast cancer surgeons. Dr. Kostroff is presently Chief of Breast Surgery for the North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System. I have read articles about her, hope you find a wonderful doctor and the best treatment. God Bless!
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| Posted 7/19/11 4:47 PM |
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Lillykat
going along for the ride...
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
Posted by tkmommie
KAREN M. KOSTROFF, M.D. is one of New York’s most renown breast cancer surgeons. Dr. Kostroff is presently Chief of Breast Surgery for the North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System. I have read articles about her, hope you find a wonderful doctor and the best treatment. God Bless!
If you want to stay on LI this is who I would recommend she is top of her field and has a very good reputation on LI. This is who I would use if I didn't go to Cornell or Columbia presb.
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| Posted 7/19/11 5:36 PM |
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KMCGK
Gotta have faith
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Keep the Faith
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
Posted by mbg1007
Posted by PattyCake
First, let me just say love, hugs, and be encouraged!
My mom absolutely LOVES her breast surgeon. She was diagnosed just about 4 years ago. His name is Dwight Derisi and he is located at 1010 Northern Boulevard in Great Neck Long Island. He is apparently loved by a LOT of people in New York according to this link.
Dr. Derisi Testimonials
All the best to you!
My mom also used Dr. Derisi, he is next to G-d in our house. He actually diagnosed her 17 years ago and she has been seeing him ever since. I see him yearly for checkups (given the family hx) and I would willingly wait for hours to see him if I had to.
I too recommend Dr. Derisi. Dr. Derisi's daughter married a childhood friend of mine! He's also my cousin's breast surgeon. Dr. Derisi also recommened an oncologist for my cousin, Dr. Sugarman at Sloan.
Lots of  and
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| Posted 7/19/11 6:12 PM |
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Reese32
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
I went to Dr. Kimberly van Zee at Sloan and she was PHENOMENAL. I know you're having trouble getting through, but I can't give her a good enough recommendation. She removed a lump, and *I* even have trouble remembering which breast it was from. I also know about 1/2 dozen people who were successfully treated by her. AND her bedside manner is great. It's like your mom is there. 
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| Posted 7/19/11 8:47 PM |
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Melissa1013
My sweet boy
Member since 1/08 1933 total posts
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
Posted by PattyCake
First, let me just say love, hugs, and be encouraged!
My mom absolutely LOVES her breast surgeon. She was diagnosed just about 4 years ago. His name is Dwight Derisi and he is located at 1010 Northern Boulevard in Great Neck Long Island. He is apparently loved by a LOT of people in New York according to this link.
Dr. Derisi Testimonials
All the best to you!
My Grandma went to him and he is wonderful. So good to her and the rest of our family.
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| Posted 7/19/11 9:14 PM |
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Mimms
love my boys
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
Posted by tkmommie
KAREN M. KOSTROFF, M.D. is one of New York’s most renown breast cancer surgeons. Dr. Kostroff is presently Chief of Breast Surgery for the North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System. I have read articles about her, hope you find a wonderful doctor and the best treatment. God Bless!
I AGREE! My aunt, who is in medicine herself recently had a breast surgery and this was the only dr. she would see. Being that she works in the healthcare she had an inside track to the top dr's on LI and Kostroff came very highly recommended by several other dr's.
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| Posted 7/20/11 6:57 AM |
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FirstMate
My lil cowboy
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
Posted by PattyCake
First, let me just say love, hugs, and be encouraged!
My mom absolutely LOVES her breast surgeon. She was diagnosed just about 4 years ago. His name is Dwight Derisi and he is located at 1010 Northern Boulevard in Great Neck Long Island. He is apparently loved by a LOT of people in New York according to this link.
Dr. Derisi Testimonials
All the best to you!
I recommended Dr. O'Hea because you said you wanted to remain in Suffolk but if you will travel, Dr. Derisi is the cream of the crop on Long Island. One of the physicians I use an expert (I'm a med mal attorney) left a very lucrative position to go and work with Dr. Derisi. But really, most of the breast surgeons affiliated with North Shore Manhasset are excellent.
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MrsA1012
love my little girl !
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
Posted by tkmommie
KAREN M. KOSTROFF, M.D. is one of New York’s most renown breast cancer surgeons. Dr. Kostroff is presently Chief of Breast Surgery for the North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System. I have read articles about her, hope you find a wonderful doctor and the best treatment. God Bless!
I agree. A family member uses her and has had a great experience.
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| Posted 7/20/11 11:31 AM |
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IrishLasss334
I'll be there soon!
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Patty
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
Dr. Virginia Maurer in Commack. 631-543-2686
I cannot speak highly enough of her and she will move heaven and earth to do what she has to do for her patients.
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| Posted 7/20/11 2:54 PM |
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LisaW
Time for me to FLY!
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Did I ever tell you that I hate people?
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Re: Breast Surgeon for Cancer Recs
Posted by PattyCake
First, let me just say love, hugs, and be encouraged!
My mom absolutely LOVES her breast surgeon. She was diagnosed just about 4 years ago. His name is Dwight Derisi and he is located at 1010 Northern Boulevard in Great Neck Long Island. He is apparently loved by a LOT of people in New York according to this link.
Dr. Derisi Testimonials
All the best to you!
I went to him and loved him as well- so did my mom!!!
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| Posted 7/20/11 7:20 PM |
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MrsG823
Just call me Mommy.
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Posted by Reese32
I went to Dr. Kimberly van Zee at Sloan and she was PHENOMENAL. I know you're having trouble getting through, but I can't give her a good enough recommendation. She removed a lump, and *I* even have trouble remembering which breast it was from. I also know about 1/2 dozen people who were successfully treated by her. AND her bedside manner is great. It's like your mom is there.
I have a good friend who highly recommend her as well.
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