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Care Philosophy: It takes a significant amount of multidisciplinary coordination of care to deliver cutting-edge cardiac surgical therapy to the patients and the communities we serve. Under our experienced physician leadership team and direction, our department has performed at a remarkably high level for many years. Innovative technologies and techniques are responsibly implemented with the patients' best interests in mind. Our commitment to doing so distinguishes the cardiovascular service line here at RWJBH System. I am proud to lead a team that provides the best possible therapies for the widest selection of patients while still maintaining excellent outcomes.

Care Philosophy: I am a general surgeon, specializing in advanced procedures that employ minimally invasive approaches. I enjoy the goal-oriented nature of surgery, the teamwork that it involves, and the gratification that comes with seeing a surgical patient do well as a result of my technical skills. Surgery is often a last resort for many conditions, and patients can be anxious and have many questions prior to undergoing procedures. I value and respect the relationships I can develop with patients and their families, and find fulfillment in the trust patients place in me at an otherwise difficult point in their lives. I bring this philosophy to my practice to ensure a smooth and comfortable process for patients. I have a particular interest in robotic surgery, and believe that such a minimally invasive approach translates into superior outcomes for patients with respect to postoperative pain, recovery, and function. Accepted Health Plan information is only as accurate as the most current information submitted. Prior to your appointment, it is advisable to verify with a physician office that they are still a participating provider.

Care Philosophy: I treat every patient as if they were a family member. I take the time to make sure that the patient and family understands the nature of the medical condition, all the treatment options, and strategize a tailored, personalized plan of care. I take pride in technical surgical excellence in order to achieve the best outcome to eliminate the disease (tumor, aneurysm, AVM) and optimize quality of life. Our goal is to make a difference, providing the best clinical outcomes and improving quality of life in each patient. ?

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Biography: Alison Grann, MD, Chair of the Department of Radiation Oncology, takes a special interest in the treatment and research of breast cancer, brain tumors, prostate cancer, and gastrointestinal cancers. Board-certified in radiation oncology, she has extensive expertise in various treatment options; including stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), three-dimensional conformal radiation therapy (3D-CRT), intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), and low-dose-rate (LDR) brachytherapy, proton therapy, intraoperative radiation therapy, and hyperthermia. Committed to service in the community, Dr. Grann serves on the Board of Trustees for Saint Barnabas Medical Center and is a Clinical Assistant Professor in Radiation Oncology at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, part of Rutgers Robert Wood-Johnson University Medical School. Prior to Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Dr. Grann practiced at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in Manhattan where she worked in the Department of Radiation Oncology. Dr. Grann graduated cum laude from George Washington University in Washington, DC, followed by her medical degree at the George Washington University School of Medicine. She completed residencies in internal medicine at Harvard Medical School, Beth Israel Hospital in Boston, Mass., and in radiation oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York, N.Y. where she served as Chief Resident. A thought-leader in the field of radiation oncology, Dr. Grann is committed to research and has served as principal investigator on several different clinical trials. She has completed over 20 research projects, publications, conference proceedings, abstracts, and book chapters. In addition, she is a member of numerous medical organizations including American Society for Therapeutic Radiology Oncology, American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Medical Association, Metropolitan Breast Group and Society of Breast Diseases. Dr. Grann has received numerous awards and honors and is consistently listed in ``Top Doctors`` in NJ Monthly Magazine and ``Best Doctors in America`` by Castle Connolly.

Care Philosophy: ``I went into medicine because it combines my love of science with my love of finding ways to help people. I manage my patients' medical problems while focusing on the finite endpoint of finding a cure and making them feel better. I hold my patient's hand and walk them through what can very well be the scariest time in their life while helping them understand what we are going to do to get them through it,`` shares Dr. Wagman.

Biography: David Huang, MD, is a board-certified Radiation Oncologist who joined the Department of Radiation Oncology at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in February 2018. Dr. Huang takes a special interest in the treatment and research of lung cancer, head and neck cancer, prostate cancer, and brain tumors. He has extensive expertise in various treatment options including: stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), three-dimensional conformal radiation therapy (3D-CRT), intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), and low-dose rate (LDR) and high-dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy. Prior to Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Dr. Huang was in private practice in Los Angeles from 2002 to 2017. He was involved in the opening of the Northridge Hospital Medical Center Gamma Knife Center. In addition, he served as Co-Medical Director of the Gamma Knife Center at Good Samaritan Hospital in downtown Los Angeles and Medical Director of the Department of Radiation Oncology at Good Samaritan Hospital. Dr. Huang graduated from the University of California at Berkeley with a major in Molecular and Cell Biology with an emphasis in Neurobiology and received his Medical Degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. He completed an internship in internal medicine at California Pacific Medical Center and subsequently underwent residency training in radiation oncology at the University of Southern California Medical Center. He spent additional time as a fellow at the University of California at San Francisco where he specialized in management of Central Nervous System tumors and disorders. He was also a clinical instructor at UCSF. Dr. Huang has received numerous recognition and awards including "Super Doctors" from 2012–2018.

Biography: Matthew O. Hubbard, MD, MS, FACS, is an experienced fellowship-trained minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgeon. Prior to coming to Einstein, Dr. Hubbard worked at Yale University School of Medicine where he honed techniques in advanced hernia surgery as well as managing a successful weight loss surgery practice, offering comprehensive care to those suffering from obesity. Dr. Hubbard is also credentialed to perform highly skilled robotic surgery. Dr. Hubbard obtained a bachelor's degree in biochemistry and a master's degree in entrepreneurship from the University of Notre Dame, and his medical degree from the University of Rochester. Dr. Hubbard completed a residency in general surgery at Case Western Reserve University and a bariatric and minimally-invasive surgery fellowship at Vanderbilt University. Dr. Hubbard previously worked at Yale-New Haven Hospital and the West Haven Veterans Administration Hospital in Connecticut. He is board-certified in general surgery and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

Care Philosophy: You deserve to be treated with dignity and respect when you feel the most vulnerable.

Care Philosophy: Cancer diagnosis is an extremely challenging time for patients I strive to provide comprehensive evidence based treatment and helping them navigate through this phase while maintaining quality of life

Care Philosophy: Where Care and Compassion Matters

Biography: Dr. William Derosa, DO is an Oncology Specialist who practices in Livingston, NJ. He is 72 years old and has been practicing for 45 years. Dr. William Derosa, DO is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Grossman joined The Cancer Center at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in 2005. He specializes in hematologic malignancies including leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma as well as benign blood disorders. He also cares for patients with a wide range of general oncologic diseases including breast, gastrointestinal, and lung cancers. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa from The University of Chicago and received his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine, followed by his fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center in New York. Board-certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology, Dr. Grossman has received numerous awards and recognitions, including the Patients' Choice Award and Most Compassionate Doctor Award by the American Registry, and has been voted Top Doctor in NJ Monthly numerous times.