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Dr. Richard Sollazzo, MD

Dr. Richard Sollazzo, MD

Medical Oncology*

Dr. Richard Sollazzo, MD is a medical oncologist in Smithtown, NY. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lenox Hill Hospital and Vassar Brothers Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

38 Landing Ave Smithtown, NY 11787

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sollazzo is affiliated with Fairview Hospital Great Barrington, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Sollazzo specializes in the areas of Hematology, Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Sollazzo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sollazzo

4.4
29 ratings, 12 with a written review
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3 star
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1 star
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he dr. sollazzo is a wonder ful and caring individ
he is a great and caring dr and person and really know s how to treat this disease without all the harsh drugs and really listens to you and what and how you want to work with your options and treatment ideas.. very very kind and caring and would refer him to anyone with issues such as cancer.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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joann lentini – Jan 10, 2024
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Renewed our hope
My daughter stumbled upon Dr. Sollazzo after my wifes MRI.Im so thankful for meeting him.Although he is a pay out of pocket Dr. You would be doing yourself an injustice if you put money before your health.While we do go to Northwell for bloodwork and imaging, we pay Dr. Sollazzo to ho over every detail.He is not overly expensive, and he will give you all the time you need. Its not a 5-15 minute office visit. Our 1st visit was 3 hours, and until the very last minute, he wanted us to ask question and write notes. Yes, he supplies a pen and paper.To alternatevly treay my wifes Lymphoma and EBV, he told up the exact foods she needs to eat, and the supplements to take. This is in addition to any treatment from Northwell. Ofcourse, I googled Dr. Sollazzos recipe, and everything is exactly as he said.Dr. Sollazzo knows this is new to us, and the many questions I have emailed him were all answered in a timely fasion.He's extremly knowledgeable.George K.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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George K. – Dec 14, 2023
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I have been so fortunate to be under Dr Sollazzo's care since 2016. He is one of the brightest physicians I have ever known. He is a keen listener with a vast amount of knowledge and training which makes him an excellent diagnostician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Teresa – Jul 01, 2022
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Dr Sollazzo is a superb physician, skilled diagnostically and always open to a patient's questions and perspectives. I have been his patient for nearly 20 years and trust him so much that I look forward to visits with him - I always learn so much and always come away comforted that I've gotten the best possible care. His great knowledge about traditional and alternative medicine gives greater certainty that he approaches a patient with very wide knowledge. He is board certified in several disciplines, including internal medicine, oncology and hematology, and he has extraordinarily deep, impressive knowledge of anti-aging information and countless anti-aging techniques. He never makes arbitrary assumptions but rather listens carefully to the patient; and Zoom calls with him are very convenient and effective. He consistenty shows great empathy, his staff is consistently helpful, friendly, responsive and efficient, and I'm very glad to have the benefit of his wisdom.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Susan – Sep 13, 2021
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I went to Dr. Sollazzo because my urine appeared white for sometime. The urologist I saw determined my kidneys and bladder to be healthy. He gave no explanation for the white urine. The heart specialists I saw for my heart palpitations determined that I had a one percent chance of ever having a heart attack. They gave no explanation for the palpitations. My gynecologist wanted me to take fosomax and calcium for my osteoporosis. I took my chances with the osteoporosis after I read enough about fosomax to scare me. That’s when I found Dr. Sollozzo and I thank god. “The cure is in the cause,” he said and was determined to find the cause of my osteoporosis. The cause was a parathyroid tumor with a long list of symptoms including every ailment I had including pains in my hands. None of those professionals thought to look at my parathyroid gland. It took Dr. Sollazzo and 15 minutes at the Norman Parathyroid Center FL to remove the non-cancerous tumor and give me my life back.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Elizabeth G. – Jun 03, 2021
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Dr Sollazzo is an excellent physician who combines traditional and alternative medicine. He is a highly skilled professional who is board certified in internal medicine, oncology, alternative medicine and multiple other specialties. His extensive knowledge allows him to be an excellent diagnostician and he combines therapies to give superior results. I have been his patient for over fifteen years, and he has treated both of my parents. He discovered that I had mercury and aluminum poisoning and he successful treated me with chelation. He assisted me with my diagnosis of breast cancer, coordinating my care with the surgeon and traditional and alternative medicine. With my diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis, he offered treatments to help avoid the debilitating effects of this disease. He is a very caring physician with a great bedside manner and empathy. The office is beautiful, well organized, with excellent staff. I consider myself very lucky to be treated by this great physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Ann – May 03, 2021
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Dr. Sollazzo is an exemplary doctor that cares for his patients and holds an incredible amount of knowledge and experience with cancer. He gave his cell number to use on the day of our consultation and has been available during the entire treatment process. It’s very rare to find a doctor that truly wants to eradicate cancer from his patients' bodies and not just follow the standard protocol. If you have cancer or know someone that does, make an appointment. You will not regret it.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 08, 2020
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Dr. Sollazzo consistently demonstrates broad knowledge and genuine interest in my health and its management. I prize his expertise and always learn something from consultations.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dr. Robert Kifer – Dec 05, 2019
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I’ve been seeing Do Sollazo for over a year now. He has helped me with my daughters health and I have just recently seen him for my own health. He reads between the lines that most Drs miss. He is a medical genius! . We are all humans, we make mistakes, but having a Dr that is invested speaks 1000 words!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Jan 09, 2018
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I had one visit with Dr Sollazzo. He seemed like a good doctor. I was waiting for all my tests to come back before scheduling my next appointment. I could not get his staff to follow up with the hospital and labs to get my results. I contacted his office at least 3 times and spoke with his admin and a young man. Both indicated they would follow up and request my results. After not hearing back from his office I went to the hospital and picked up my tests and ended up going to another MD.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
7 others found this helpful
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New Hyde Park, NY – Nov 07, 2016
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Dr Sollazzo is a caring individual who takes the time to really get to know you. He spends the time to explain your options in an easy to understand manner and helps guide you in making the right decisions. He makes sure he has answered any questions you may have before you leave his office and is prompt in addressing any concerns you may have. Overall he is a great doctor whom I trust to help guide me in making the best decisions to help me to heal again:) I highly recommend him!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Donna R in Levittown, NY – Jul 10, 2016
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Personal true caring human. Won't be treated as number when in his care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Wayne thompson in Smithtown, NY – Jun 24, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Sollazzo's skill in combining traditional and alternative medicine allows him to attack cancer and other illness from every angle possible, while keeping a large emphasis on quality of life at all times. He holds that it is key to incorporate...read more

biography

Dr. Sollazzo has been a dedicated medical doctor practicing on Long Island and in Manhattan for over 30 years. His personal mission against cancer sparked early in his teens after losing his grandfather to the disease. Since then he has devoted...read more
  • Medical Oncology

  • Geriatric Medicine

  • Hematology

  • Sports Medicine

  • Oncology

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  • Nassau University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • North Shore University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Mt Vernon Hospital

    Residency Hospital
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Hematology
Internal Medicine
Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Altcare Acupuncture PLLC38 Landing Ave Smithtown, NY 11787
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St. Catherine of Siena Hospital50 Route 25A Smithtown, NY 11787
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Fairview Hospital

    29 Lewis Ave
    Great Barrington, MA 01230
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    94%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    91%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Lenox Hill Hospital

    100 E 77th St
    New York, NY 10075
    Recipient of 42
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Vassar Brothers Medical Center

    45 Reade Pl
    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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