CoagulationDisorders near Elmhurst, NY

Care Philosophy: One of the most gratifying aspects of practicing at Weill Cornell has been the close collaborations with talented clinicians and scientists in the diagnosis and management of complex blood disorders. In my new role, I look forward to providing the same personal care to my patients utilizing the latest diagnostic tools and therapeutic modalities to improve patient outcomes.

Care Philosophy: The ability to work closely with patients and with specialists in a variety of fields to solve complex clinical questions draws me to the field of non-malignant hematology. I am lucky to have had the opportunity to train under brilliant thinkers and exceptional role models from whom I have learned the importance of ensuring that each patient truly understands his or her diagnosis and the rationale behind treatment. I am excited to be joining the Department of Hematology at Weill Cornell and look forward to continuing in clinical investigations in hopes of improving diagnosis and treatment in the fields of thrombosis and immune thrombocytopenia. We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person.

Care Philosophy: I have been Service Chief of the BenignHematology Service in the Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology since 2006. As a clinician, my main interest is in the care of patients with thrombotic and bleeding disorders. As a researcher who conducts clinical trials in Benign Hematology, my interest is in thrombosis and hemostasis, specifically thrombophilic disorders and women's health issues. It is my hope that through dedication to the care of each individual patient, and dedication to research that will ultimately improve that care, we will meet our overall mission of helping our patients to have a better quality of life.

Biography: Dr. Howard Greenberg, MD is a Hematology Specialist who practices in Astoria, NY. He is 77 years old and has been practicing for 52 years. Dr. Howard Greenberg, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital and Mount Sinai Queens.

Biography: Pinkal Desai MD, MPH is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College and Assistant Attending Physician at the New York-Presbyterian Hospital.After obtaining her MBBS at Byramjeejeebhoy Medical College in India in 2005, Dr. Desai obtained an MPH at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Public Health. Following her residency at Wayne State University, Detroit Medical Center, she underwent fellowship training in Hematology-Medical Oncology at Providence Hospital Medical Center, serving as Chief Fellow from 2012-2013. Dr. Desai was recruited to serve in our Leukemia Program to develop a clinical practice devoted to leukemia, myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPN). She will be developing clinical and translational research protocols and projects in the areas of leukemia, MDS and MPN.Dr. Desai is published in Cancer Epidemiology Biomarkers Prevention and International Journal of Molecular Epidemiology and Genetics. She is the lead author and co-author on numerous WHI (Women's Health Initiative) paper proposals and has presented abstracts at national meetings. She is a member of American Society of Hematology (ASH) and American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and has served on the ASCO University Committee.

Biography: Fellowship: Hematology/Oncology at New York Presbyterian Hospital, 1997-2000Residency: New York Presbyterian Hospital, 1995-97Internship: The Beth Israel Hospital, Boston 1994-95Medical School: The Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, 1994Undergraduate: Yale University, 1990

Care Philosophy: Our Lymphoma group has been at the forefront in the development of targeted therapies for CLL and other lymphoid malignancies. We strive to bring effective therapeutics to patients, years before they are widely available. I am fortunate to practice oncology in such an exciting era with rapidly improving diagnostic and therapeutic options. I seek to incorporate the latest breakthroughs and technology in providing care to my patients. Comprehensive in my approach, I am driven to understand the underlying biology of the disease, individualizing each patient's treatment plan. I offer patients a unique experience, with compassion for the patient and their family. With a large portfolio of clinical trials, our group offers ample opportunities for patients to participate in clinical research. Our hospital system is award winning and provides access to world-class consultants for all medical conditions. It will be a privilege to care for you or your family member.

Biography: Dr. Furman is Director of the CLL Research Center at Weill Cornell Medicineand a member of the Lymphoma/Myeloma Service in the Division of Hematology/Oncology. His area of focus is on the development of non-chemotherapeutic approaches to treating CLL, and has played an integral part in the development of ibrutinib and idelalisib.For More Videos, please see below:Lymphoma Cancer Treatment NY - Weill Cornell

Care Philosophy: nbsp; It takes a village to achieve the best care of patients in their battle against complicated blood disorders I am privileged to work in a world class medical institution which not only assures a multidisciplinary approach for patient treatment

Biography: Michael S. Samuel, M.D. is an Assistant Professorof Clinical Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College and Assistant Attending Physician at New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Samuel took an indirect route to medicine, initially receiving his B.A. in English and Anthropology from Union College. He worked as a treatment counselor for developmentally disabled at-risk youth, and then as a teacher of English as a foreign language in Shenzhen, China.Dr. Samuel subsequently joined the leukemia program at Weill Cornell Medical College as a clinical trials research assistant while completing post-baccalaureate studies at Columbia University. He then received his MD from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 2009. Thereafter, Dr. Samuel completed both his residency in internal medicine and fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at Montefiore Medical Center. His medical training also included experiences studying acupuncture in Beijing, China, and service as a physician on the medical ward at Kisoro District Hospital in Uganda.Throughout his medical training Dr. Samuel maintained a focus on hematological malignancies and spent his final year of fellowship in the lab of Kira Gritsman, MD, PhD, at Albert Einstein Cancer Center studying the genetic determinants of PI3 kinase pathway dependence in leukemic development. Dr. Samuel now rejoins the Leukemia Program in the division of Hematology/Oncology at Weill Cornell Medical College where he will specialize in the treatment of patients with leukemia, myelodysplasia and myeloproliferative neoplasms, and will be actively involved in the clinical trials research within the program.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Ritchie's research interests are in the treatment of older patients with anemia, cytopenias, myelodysplastic syndromes, myeloproliferative disorders and acute leukemia. She is interested in finding better therapies and supportive care strategies for older patients. Dr. Ritchie is the principal investigator on clincal trials investigating new diagnostic techniques, supportive care strategies and therapeutics aimed at the older patient. She collaborates with investigators in the Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology. She has been the author or co-author of many publications. She is interested in improving the medical care of older patients with hematologic malignancies.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Landres offers expertise in all aspects of high risk obstetrics, performs obstetric ultrasound, prenatal diagnosis procedures including amniocentesis, and cerclage placement. Her special interests include management of diabetes in pregnancy, hypertensive disorders, autoimmune disorders and fetal growth restriction. Dr. Landres is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care and supporting her patients throughout pregnancy and post-partum.