November 01, 2024
New York Oncology Hematology (NYOH) is proud to announce that its Medically Integrated Dispensary (MID) has achieved the NCODA Center of Excellence (CoE). This three-year distinction is awarded to organizations that demonstrate a high standard of... Read more
September 10, 2024
NYOH is thrilled to announce the appointment of Allyson Letendre Petrone, MHA, BSN, RN, as the new Executive Director. With an impressive 20-year career in nursing and healthcare administration, Allyson brings a wealth of experience that will... Read more
May 06, 2024
Celebrate Resilience and Community with NYOH! Registration for our 2024 Brunch is closed. Sunday, June 9, 2024 • 11:00 am–2:00 pm Albany Marriot (189 Wolf Road, Albany) Join us for a heartwarming celebration of resilience and community at the 2024... Read more
February 28, 2024
We're pleased to announce that our scheduling system is up and running again. The recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare (CHC) not only impacted our business operations but also disrupted our ability to efficiently provide the care and service our... Read more
August 24, 2023
NYOH recently welcomed Dr. Benjamin Laser to our medical staff, expanding our radiation oncology service offering. Our Practice President and Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Todd Doyle, emphasized, "Dr. Laser's integration into our committed NYOH team... Read more
March 01, 2022
We are pleased to announce that the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) has accredited NYOH for Radiation Oncology through APEx - Accreditation Program for Excellence® for our Albany, Amsterdam and Clifton Park Cancer Centers. APEx is an... Read more
February 02, 2022
We are excited to announce that Dr. Charlene Ives has joined our team of oncologists and hematologists. Dr. Ives comes to us from Southwestern Vermont Regional Cancer Center, an affiliation of Dartmouth – Hitchcock. She completed her Fellowship in... Read more
December 15, 2021
Heidi E. Godoy, D.O., joined New York Oncology Hematology (NYOH) on December 1, 2021, expanding our service line offerings at our Albany Cancer Center to include gynecologic oncology and surgery. Dr. Godoy specializes in medically and surgically... Read more
June 24, 2021
We've concluded our 2021 monthly fireside chats. Stay tuned for our 2022 series. NYOH partnered with breast health and medical experts across the east coast to host monthly programming focused on breast health, cancer and survivorship. Dr. Maria... Read more
June 01, 2021
NYOH recently received designation by Highmark Blue Shield of Northeastern NY (NENY) as a Blue Distinction® Center for Cancer Care, which is part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program. By combining nationally consistent quality criteria... Read more
April 19, 2021
May 14 & 15, 2021 CME-Accredited Online LIVE Broadcast Conference ABOUT THE CONFERENCE New York Oncology Hematology (NYOH) has identified an ongoing unmet need for medical education in the area of hematologic malignancies. To meet this need, NYOH,... Read more
February 11, 2021
New York Oncology Hematology (NYOH) recently joined the MYLUNG consortium, a large-scale community-based research study to advance precision medicine options for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients. NSCLC is the most common type of lung... Read more
February 01, 2021
Region’s Largest Cancer Provider Welcomes Well-Renowned Radiation Oncologist to Lead the Practice New York Oncology Hematology (NYOH) recently announced that its board of directors elected Dr. Todd Doyle to serve as the next practice president. Dr.... Read more
November 02, 2020
Congratulations to NYOH's Colleen Murray, FNP-C, RNFA, who was honored on November 1, 2020 at the Annual Susan G. Komen Northeastern New York Pink Ribbon (Virtual) Luncheon as the 2020 Hope Award recipient. The Hope Award "recognizes a breast care... Read more
October 02, 2020
NYOH's Tia Olds, MD, a radiation oncologist kicks off breast cancer awareness month by discussing the importance of scheduling mammograms. Olds says that because of COVID, many patients have postponed or skipped cancer screenings. The National... Read more
September 29, 2020
All NYOH patients are invited to "Breathing Space: Community Dialogues on Living with Lung Cancer." This free event is part of the 7th annual Spring to Life, an annual cancer conference. The event is open to patients, survivors, families and... Read more
September 09, 2020
New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s largest provider of cancer and blood disorder care, is pleased to announce Reju Mathew George, M.D. has joined our team of medical oncologists and hematologists. Dr. George comes to us upon completion of... Read more
September 09, 2020
Amy Zuchelkowski, Director of Research Operations, talks with WNYT's Benita Zahn about a new clinical trial that tests for 50 cancers. NYOH participated in a trial that was a precursor to Pathfinder, with Dr. Lawrence Garbo as Principal... Read more
September 03, 2020
A cancer diagnosis can be scary and confusing. But major advances in research mean more therapies are available. At NYOH, we sit down with every patient and family to discuss options and develop a personalized treatment plan. Download this guide to... Read more
September 02, 2020
NYOH is pleased to announce the hire of Christine Roe, MSN, FNP‑C as a Nurse Practitioner in our Clifton Park Cancer Center. Christine brings with her many years of nurse practitioner experience, many of which were in the Oncology Hematology... Read more
August 28, 2020
NYOH is pleased to announce the Albany Business Review has chosen Sabrina Mosseau, BN, RN, OCN, Executive Director of NYOH, as a 2020 Women Who Mean Business honoree. This prestigious annual award celebrates outstanding female executives across all... Read more
August 21, 2020
NYOH is pleased to announce the hire of Ellen Gokey, ANP-BC; ACHPN as the Palliative Care Services Director. Ellen has worked for the past several years at Palliative Care Partners. We're excited to add Ellen to the NYOH team. Ellen has had an... Read more
July 30, 2020
Dr. Makenzi Evangelist, who sees patients at both our Clifton Park and Albany Medical Center locations, specializes in treating lung cancer. Learn what she discusses with each new patient and why every lung cancer patient at NYOH is tested for... Read more
July 21, 2020
Sabrina Mosseau, BN, RN, OCN, Executive Director of New York Oncology Hematology discusses new data from the National Cancer Institute, warning that 10,000 cancer- related deaths could occur over the next five years because people are skipping... Read more
July 15, 2020
Regina Resta, MD and Erin Lasher, NP, who both see patients in our Troy office, are the featured guests on the most recent Medical Monday program, WAMC's weekly call-in program. New research shows preventive cancer screenings are down up to 90% in... Read more
June 26, 2020
NYOH has made office changes due to COVID-19 and the completed office renovations. Please use the map for specific directions on parking and entrances. Patroon Creek: NYOH is pleased to announce our renovated Patroon Creek office is now open for all... Read more
June 15, 2020
NYOH's Dr. Courtney Bellomo is featured on the cover of the June issue of HemOnc Today. Inside the medical journal, she offers her perspective on the quality of life challenges still facing patients receiving CAR T-cell therapy. CAR T-cell therapy... Read more
June 05, 2020
Promising local results of off-label use acalabrutinib are part of findings published national medical journal NYOH is playing a role in new exploratory research, testing a cancer drug on several COVID-19 patients. The promising results are part of... Read more
June 01, 2020
Congratulations to Dr. Karen Tedesco, the 2020 recipient of the "Extra Mile" award at To Life's "A Toast To Life! Serving with Gratitude,A Toast To Life! Serving with Gratitude,” virtual celebration on June 2, 2020 at 7pm. Dr. Tedesco is being... Read more
May 26, 2020
Makenzi Evangelist, MD and Azam Hussain, MD are now seeing patients at NYOH's Clifton Park office, located at 3 Crossing Blvd., just off Exit 9 of the Northway in Saratoga County. Both physicians will continue to see patients at NYOH's Albany... Read more
May 19, 2020
If you see “Private Caller” or "No Caller ID" on your phone, please pick up – it may be NYOH trying to reach you! Because many NYOH team members are currently working from home, the phones they call from do not appear as “NYOH” on your caller ID.... Read more
May 18, 2020
When Governor Andrew Cuomo asked New Yorkers to create videos about why it continues to be important to wear a mask, our Amsterdam team answered the call! Videos were submitted across the state with the hashtag #NewYorkTough. The winning entry will... Read more
May 12, 2020
A recent guest on WAMC's Medical Monday, Dr. Makenzi Evangelist explained the ways NYOH is keeping patients safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. These include virtual visits, masks and not allowing guests at appointments. She also took listener... Read more
May 08, 2020
As the region’s largest cancer care provider, New York Oncology Hematology is urging anyone who has postponed cancer-related surgeries or procedures to schedule right away, now that the New York State Department of Health has granted waivers for... Read more
May 06, 2020
NYOH is proud to join #Capital Region Cares, a new campaign saluting the many ways people are caring for one another during COVID-19. Look for Dr. Ira Zackon, President of New York Oncology Hematology on Spectrum News and other cable stations. We... Read more
May 01, 2020
Thanks to Dr. David Shaffer and the NYOH research team, the coronavirus isn't stopping Brian McGarry from continuing his clinical trial. NYOH is working with MD Anderson in Texas, to keep Brian's treatment on track. Brian and Dr. Shaffer shared... Read more
April 21, 2020
NYOH staff have been showing their true colors, getting creative at our offices as part of the #518RainbowHunt. Because of COVID-19 precautions, patients can no longer bring guests with them for treatment. To help keep their spirits high, radiation... Read more
April 20, 2020
New York Oncology Hematology is pleased to offer telemedicine appointments, allowing new and existing patients to consult with our team of doctors via secure virtual visits – from the comfort and safety of home. While telemedicine cannot fully... Read more
April 10, 2020
We are so grateful to everyone who has contributed masks to our staff and patients! Our team is wearing N95s, and we are handing out hand-sewn and surgical masks to patients who do not have one. Here, some of our Patroon Creek team pose with 90... Read more
April 01, 2020
NYOH employees, currently working from home, gathered outside the windows of our offices to show their support for patients, nurses and other staff who continue to provide direct care. Keeping social distance, they held signs and cheered outside the... Read more
March 11, 2020
Whether you are a patient, caregiver, or close to someone with cancer, please know New York Oncology Hematology is deeply committed to the wellbeing of our patients. While we have no cases of 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) at NYOH, we are... Read more
March 11, 2020
Dr. M. Azam Hussain was a recent guest on WAMC Northeast Public Radio’s “Medical Monday” program. Dr. Hussain, hematologist at NYOH was featured on the program answering questions from listeners who called in about the advances in Leukemia and... Read more
March 04, 2020
After Dr. Michael Willen caught a story on Newschannel 13 about a local high school student who was conducting cancer research, we invited Hannah Shell to tour NYOH and present her research findings to a group of physicians and research staff. Our... Read more
February 11, 2020
Big thanks to the Amsterdam Police Benevolent Society, who sponsored a "No Shave November" event, raising over $900 for the NYOH Community Cancer Foundation. By donating $75, the officer could avoid the police department's "facial hair policy" and... Read more
January 24, 2020
A school bus arrived at our Clifton Park office one recent afternoon and out poured the Mechanicville Girls Varsity Soccer Team -- with a donation of $4,625 for our NYOH Community Cancer Foundation! These inspiring young women designed the shirts... Read more
January 13, 2020
With just over 22,000 votes cast over a three-week campaign, NYOH Community Cancer Foundation finished in the top ten of 38, not for profit organizations participating in the Times Union/ Capital Region Gives $100,000 Giveaway. See the link to TU... Read more
January 10, 2020
NYOH patients who received the Counsyl Reliant Genetic Cancer Screening between 2015 and 2018 may have received a letter, notifying them the screening has been discontinued and will no longer be monitored or updated. This screening was used by NYOH... Read more
December 19, 2019
Mechanicville Stillwater Breast Cancer Walk donated a portion of their 2019 fundraising efforts to the NYOH Community Cancer Foundation. Thank you to the officers and the whole committee .. And, of course, a big THANK YOU to all who participated in... Read more
December 18, 2019
Dr. Courtney Bellomo and Dr. Stephen Wrzesinski discussed advancements in immunotherapy, including CAR T-cell therapy, on WAMC's Medical Monday radio program. The physicians explained how researchers are developing new therapies that harness the... Read more
December 17, 2019
NYOH Troy office has asked their patients to help with the holiday decorations. Clear ornaments are available for the treatment patients to write messages or decorate. The creations are then placed on the tree for all to see. Read more
December 13, 2019
A group of volunteers worked together to stuff stockings for the children of local cancer patients. Many of the stockings were delivered NYOH offices for our patients. Check out the pictures of the NYOH clinic staff. Thank you to the NYOH volunteers... Read more
November 14, 2019
We need your vote! November 14th through December 5th, you can help NYOH Community Cancer Foundation win a $10,000 advertising package from the Times Union by casting your vote for us at: www.timesunion.com/capitalregiongives We are one of 38... Read more
October 31, 2019
Dr. Karen Tedesco will be answering questions about heredity and breast cancer at a FREE program hosted by Centro Civico on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 from 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Dr. Tedesco, a medical oncologist and hematologist, sees patients at NYOH’s... Read more
October 24, 2019
Arsyl De Jesus, MD, radiation oncologist at New York Oncology Hematology's Amsterdam office, recently spent the day in Washington, DC. Dr. De Jesus was on Capitol Hill to educate members of Congress, including Hon. Paul Tonko, about radiation... Read more
October 08, 2019
NYOH's Ami Negandhi, MD was a recent guest on WAMC's Medical Monday call-in radio program. Dr. Negandhi, who specializes in breast cancer, spent an hour taking listener's calls about exciting new treatments and clinical trials now available, as well... Read more
October 08, 2019
Arsyl De Jesus, MD, radiation oncologist at NYOH, was invited as keynote speaker at the Susan G. Komen Northeastern NY 25th Anniversary More Than Pink Luncheon, held recently at the Rivers Casino Event Center in Schenectady. Spectrum News Anchor... Read more
October 02, 2019
The "More Than Pink" luncheon will honor Breast Cancer Survivors at the Rivers Casino, Schenectady on Sunday, October 6, 2019, 11:30 - 2:30. Read more
September 09, 2019
Dr. Stephen Wrzesinski discusses advances in lung cancer treatment as a guest on NewsChannel 13's HealthBeat program with Benita Zahn. He joins Jennifer Barnhart, spouse of an NYOH patient and founder of the Breathe Deep/Lungevity Albany event, a 5K... Read more
September 03, 2019
Karen Tedesco, MD, was recently featured on the American Society of Clinical Oncology's national "Daily News" podcast. She discusses the advancement in breast cancer treatment that came earlier this year, when the FDA granted accelerated approval to... Read more
August 08, 2019
Dr. Nischala Ammannagari has been chosen as the expert speaker at the 2019 Breathe Deep Albany, a 5K walk/run for lung cancer. This year's event is Sunday, September 22nd, at the Crossings of Colonie. Sign up today at join NYOH physicians and... Read more
July 23, 2019
Courtney Bellomo, MD, a hematologist and stem cell transplant specialist at New York Oncology Hematology, has been named a "2019 Next Gen Innovator" by HemOnc Today. This highly select group of early career hematologists and oncologists are... Read more
July 16, 2019
Dr. Inder Lal was a recent guest on WAMC Northeast Public Radio’s “Medical Monday” program. Dr. Lal was featured on the program answering questions from listeners who called in about Colon Cancer. Listen here Read more
June 14, 2019
There are many reasons our patients prefer receiving their medication through NYOH's In-Office Dispensing service. They include personal attention from our pharmacy team, quicker delivery of medication and our experienced staff's ability to secure... Read more
June 13, 2019
Ms. Sabrina Mosseau, Executive Director of New York Oncology Hematology was among three experts interviewed by The Albany Business Review to discuss how consolidation of health care impacts patients, health care providers and their budgets. Read the... Read more
June 11, 2019
NYOH's Amsterdam Caregivers raised just under $1,200 for the Fulton-Montgomery Relay for Life. Donations were collected from staff / walkers (The entire Amsterdam office staff signed up for the team), raffle basket tickets, and sale of luminaries.... Read more
May 21, 2019
New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s largest provider of cancer and blood disorder care, is pleased to announce Ami M. Negandhi, M.D. has joined our team of medical oncologists and hematologists. Dr. Negandhi received her Medical Degree from... Read more
May 17, 2019
NYOH Amsterdam team and News10 host Cristi with a patient's family member who donates chemo care bags to NYOH Dr. De Jesus with News10 hosts Ryan and Cristi Read more
May 06, 2019
New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s largest provider of cancer and blood disorder care, is pleased to announce Stephen Wrzesinski, M.D., Ph.D. has joined our team of medical oncologists. Dr. Wrzesinski is the Director of Immunooncology and... Read more
May 02, 2019
Colleen Murray, FNP-C, RNFA has joined NYOH as a Nurse Practitioner. A graduate of Sage Graduate College, she is currently seeing patients at Albany Cancer Center and Hudson Cancer Center offices. Colleen is married, with two children, Evan and... Read more
May 02, 2019
Maeve Dargush, MSN, ANP-C has joined NYOH as a Nurse Practitioner with a specialty in Neuro-Oncology. A graduate of MGH Institute of Health Professions, she is currently seeing patients at Albany Medical Center. Maeve is married and has a son. In... Read more
April 29, 2019
June is National Cancer Survivor Month and New York Oncology Hematology is hosting events across the region to celebrate the thousands of cancer survivors who are part of our NYOH family. Please join one of the celebrations listed – fill out a... Read more
April 17, 2019
When the FDA recently fast-tracked approval of Tecentriq as the first immunotherapy regimen approved for breast cancer, NYOH patient Cathy Jordan wasn't surprised. She has been on the treatment since 2015, when it was offered through an earlier... Read more
April 02, 2019
NYOH invites everyone living with cancer, their families, companions and caregivers to a FREE program on Saturday, May 11, 2019. As the region’s largest provider of cancer care, NYOH is proud to host the sixth annual “Spring to Life” conference at... Read more
April 02, 2019
Ira Zackon, MD (NYOH), Barry Brooks, MD (TXO), Steve Paulson, MD (TXO), and Randy Broun, MD (OHC) met with Congressional members and staff on March 6 to highlight concerns with the Administration’s International Pricing Index (IPI) model. The US... Read more
March 20, 2019
New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s largest provider of cancer and blood disorder care, is pleased to announce Inder Lal, M.D. has joined our team of medical oncologists and hematologists. Dr. Lal served as Chief Fellow for... Read more
March 04, 2019
Dr. Rahul Ravilla was a recent guest on WAMC Northeast Public Radio’s “Medical Monday” program. March is recognized as Colorectal Cancer Awareness month and Dr. Ravilla was on the program answering questions from listeners who called in. Listen here Read more
February 25, 2019
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. NYOH's Rahul Ravilla, MD, recently joined NewsChannel 13's Benita Zahn to discuss concern about the growing rate of this cancer, especially among young people. He also offers suggestions for lowering your... Read more
February 07, 2019
Erin Lasher, RN, MSN, ANP-BC has joined NYOH as a Nurse Practitioner. A graduate of Sage Graduate College, she is currently seeing patients at our Troy office. An avid hiker and runner, Erin loves to travel, read – and is the proud mother of twin... Read more
January 31, 2019
Mohamed Younes, MD, oncologist and hematologist at NYOH, discusses the decline in cancer deaths reported in a recent study by the American Cancer Society. Dr. Younes also explains recommended cancer screenings -- especially for baby boomers -- with... Read more
January 15, 2019
New York Oncology Hematology is pleased to announce Sabrina Mosseau, BS, RN, OCN has been named Executive Director of the region’s largest provider of cancer and blood disorder care. An oncology nurse by training, Mosseau brings more than 20 years... Read more
December 21, 2018
Dr. Arsyl De Jesus and the team at NYOH's Amsterdam office have been celebrating the holidays in style -- and supporting two important fundraising events in the Fulton Montgomery County region. At the Ladies Luncheon Soiree for Mountain Valley... Read more
December 06, 2018
Dr. Nischala Ammannagari was a recent guest on WAMC Northeast Public Radio’s “Medical Monday” program. Dr. Ammannagari discussed advancements in lung cancer treatment and answered questions from listeners who called in. A board-certified medical... Read more
November 16, 2018
Dr. Tedesco joins health reporter Benita Zahn to discuss NYOH's role in FDA approval of the new breast cancer treatment, Talzenna (talazoparib). Several NYOH patients participated in the trial leading up to approval of the new therapy. Read more
November 09, 2018
Mechanicville Stillwater Breast Cancer Walk committee had their check presentation last night! Over $40,000 was raised during 2018, the MOST ever raised by this group! Benefits from the fund-raising went equally to the following three groups: • NYOH... Read more
November 09, 2018
Gloria Kwizera, MS, PA-C, has joined NYOH as a Physician Assistant. A graduate of Albany Medical College, Gloria is currently seeing patients at NYOH’s Albany Medical Center office. Gloria speaks four languages, and in her free time works as a... Read more
October 29, 2018
New York Oncology Hematology has played a significant role in the US Food and Drug Administration’s recent approval of a new breast cancer treatment. Talzenna (talazoparib), a new PARP inhibitor for the treatment of adult patients with deleterious... Read more
October 24, 2018
Dr. Arsyl De Jesus, a radiation oncologist at NYOH, was a guest speaker at Christian Brothers Academy's "Real Brothers Wear Pink" event to raise money and awareness for breast cancer. Dr. De Jesus' son attends CBA and she created the program in... Read more
October 17, 2018
Come be a part of the NYOH Cares team this Sunday, October 21st at Washington Park in Albany. Our team of NYOH survivors, staff and physicians will once again be sponsoring the Survivors Tent. Come join us in the tent -- or participate in the 3-5... Read more
September 27, 2018
New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s largest provider of cancer and blood disorder care, is pleased to announce Rahul Ravilla, MD, MS has joined our team of medical oncologists and hematologists. Dr. Ravilla served as Chief Fellow for... Read more
September 25, 2018
New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s largest provider of cancer and blood disorder care, is pleased to announce Muhammad Hussain, MD has joined our team of hematologists. Dr. Hussain served as Chief Fellow at Penn State Cancer Institute and... Read more
September 20, 2018
New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s largest provider of cancer and blood disorder care, is pleased to announce Mihir Raval, MD, MPH has joined our team of hematologists. Dr. Raval served as Chief Fellow for Hematology/Oncologist at University... Read more
September 14, 2018
Once again, New York Oncology Hematology will be joining Lungevity for the 2018 Breathe Deep 5K Run/Walk at The Crossings in Colonie. Proceeds from the event fund research, education and support for those battling lung cancer. Arsyl De Jesus, MD, a... Read more
September 06, 2018
Bill Majewski, an NYOH blood cancer survivor, and his wife Hillary, recently shared their story with Benita Zahn of NewsChannel 13. Bill is in remission from Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, but says he wouldn’t be here to play with his three young... Read more
August 24, 2018
New York Oncology Hematology extends our best wishes and gratitude to Dr. Charles Weissman, who has retired from our practice. A beloved doctor and colleague, Dr. Weissman is one of a group of physicians who came together, more than 30 years ago, to... Read more
July 06, 2018
Jessica Tieckelmann has joined NYOH as Manager of Human Resources for the practice. Jessica brings extensive HR experience in health care, technology and construction. She joins NYOH from Albany Medical Center. Read more
July 05, 2018
Ira Zackon, MD, President of New York Oncology Hematology, recently participated in an expert roundtable on medical research with the Albany Business Review. Read about where cancer treatment is headed, what NYOH is offering its patients and where... Read more
June 01, 2018
June is National Cancer Survivor Month and New York Oncology Hematology is hosting events across the region to celebrate the thousands of cancer survivors who are part of our NYOH family. Please contact your NYOH office location to learn more – and... Read more
May 31, 2018
New York Oncology Hematology cut the ribbon today on the region's first 4-ring Mobile PET/CT unit. The General Electric Discovery technology cuts patient scan time from 25 minutes to just 12 minutes, provides increased accuracy of smaller lesions... Read more
May 04, 2018
Dr. Arsyl De Jesus receives the 2018 Outstanding Physician in Radiation Oncology award from Dr. Christopher Rose, Chief Clinical Officer, Radiation Oncology, The US Oncology Network. New York Oncology Hematology congratulates Dr. Arsyl De Jesus,... Read more
April 25, 2018
Daniela Dethomasis, R.Ph., a pharmacist at NYOH, recently spoke at the National Community Oncology Dispensing Association’s annual conference in Texas. Addressing more than 200 people, she talked about the ways NYOH is using technology to help... Read more
April 20, 2018
June Baesen of Schenectady is a breast cancer survivor and a longtime patient at NYOH’s Rexford office. When she recently celebrated her 90th birthday, rather than gifts, her friends and family made donations to the NYOH Community Cancer Foundation,... Read more
April 17, 2018
NYOH is proud to announce that Megan Farrar, Director of Radiation and Imaging Services, has been selected one of the Albany Business Review's "40 Under 40" Class of 2018. This annual recognition of "up and coming" leaders across all industry in the... Read more
April 13, 2018
Dr. De Jesus to speak to stylists about caring for clients during cancer treatment New York Oncology Hematology and Nathan Littauer Hospital are joining forces once again with Salon Strong 2.0, sharing critical information with hair stylists and... Read more
April 02, 2018
New York Oncology Hematology invites you to attend our fifth annual “Spring to Life” conference on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at the Albany Marriott. Afternoon – Survivors, Family, Friends and Caregivers The afternoon session is once again designed for... Read more
March 15, 2018
Dr. Kambam on the Advancements in Colorectal Cancer Watch an interview with Dr. Madhavi Kambam to learn about advances in treatment of colon and rectal cancer. In the United States, colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer in men, after... Read more
February 28, 2018
Megan Farrar, R.T., Director of Radiation and Imaging Services at NYOH, shares her experience caring for patients in a profile in the Times Union’s Women@Work magazine. As the largest provider of radiation services in the region, Farrar oversees an... Read more
January 17, 2018
Nancy Egerton, Pharm.D., Area Manager, Pharmacy Services at NYOH, discusses how the practice is managing the shortage of IV fluid bags, ensuring all patients receive treatments. The shortage is being caused by the temporary shut down of a major... Read more
December 07, 2017
Founded in 2000, by a group of our patients, physicians and staff, the NYOH Community Cancer Foundation supports local families during cancer treatment. From gas cards to groceries, we know it is the little things that can go a long way when a... Read more
October 30, 2017
Rufus Collea, MD, Medical Director of NYOH and medical oncologist focused exclusively on the treatment of breast cancer, was recently recognized by To Life!, a breast cancer support and education organization. As the recipient of the 2017 “Community... Read more
October 27, 2017
Andrea Breen, ANP-C, a nurse practitioner at NYOH’s Albany Medical Center, has been elected to a seat for Advanced Practice Providers on the US Oncology Network National Policy Board and Executive Committee. Through our affiliation with The US... Read more
October 10, 2017
Mohamad Younes, MD is a medical oncologist and hematologist. He joins NYOH from the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s School of Medicine, where he also served as Clinical Assistant Professor. Board certified in both Medical Oncology and... Read more
October 02, 2017
Nischala Ammannagari, MD is a medical oncologist and hematologist. She joins NYOH after completing a fellowship at Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo. She received her medical degree from Sri Venkata Sai Medical College, NTR University of... Read more
September 28, 2017
New York Oncology Hematology is now offering a new clinical trial for women who are deemed to have a high risk of recurrence from early stage, hormone receptor positive, HER-2 negative breast cancer. This targeted therapy trial is a randomized, open... Read more
August 31, 2017
Dr. Ira Zackon recently discussed FDA approval of Kymriah, a new treatment that uses genetically modified immune cells to attack cancer, with CBS6 News' Torie Wells. The drug has been approved to treat children and young adults, up to age 25,... Read more
August 03, 2017
Arsyl De Jesus, MD, a radiation oncologist at New York Oncology Hematology, is the keynote speaker at the 21st annual Women’s Wellness Conference, sponsored by HealthLink Littauer. Scheduled for Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at the Johnstown Holiday... Read more
July 24, 2017
NYOH is pleased to announce that Dr. Maria Theodoulou, internationally recognized breast cancer expert, will now be seeing patients in our Hudson office, at 69 Prospect Ave. She will continue to also see patients in our Albany location. To make an... Read more
May 19, 2017
Join NYOH in celebrating National Cancer Survivor Month in June, with special events planned by each of our seven offices. Each year, we invite survivors to join together with NYOH staff to celebrate and support one another. We hope you’ll be a part... Read more
May 16, 2017
In this video, NYOH’s executive director, Edwin Graham, talks to New York State representatives about an important issue regarding in-office dispensing. In addition to providing world class care, close to home, NYOH is also leading an effort to... Read more
May 12, 2017
NYOH is proud to announce that Stephanie Spear, PA, a rounding hospitalist for NYOH, who sees patients at St. Peter's Hospital, was recognized with the Josie King Hero Award for her role in preventing an NYOH patient at the hospital from receiving... Read more
April 12, 2017
Big thanks to Floyd Warriors, a cancer support group launched by Lisa Morahan, an NYOH breast cancer survivor, for their annual donation of Easter baskets for our patients and their families! Dr. Schlossberg and Dr. Sukumaran with some of the... Read more
March 30, 2017
Maria Theodoulou, MD, an internationally renowned breast cancer expert at New York Oncology Hematology, has been named the 2017 Distinguished Female Physician by the Hellenic Medical Society of New York. Dr. Theodoulou joined NYOH in 2016 from... Read more
March 29, 2017
Edwin Graham, Executive Director of New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s largest provider of cancer treatment, has been named to the national board of directors for the Community Oncology Alliance (COA) in Washington, DC. As a nonprofit,... Read more
March 09, 2017
Get your clubs ready for the third annual Douglas Lawton Charity Golf Outing on Wednesday, July 19th at Orchard Creek Golf Club in Altamont, NY. Sponsored by the Guilderland Center Fire Department, the event honors of Douglas Lawton, a Guilderland... Read more
January 25, 2017
New York Oncology Hematology (NYOH) is now offering LYRA, an important new clinical research trial for patients with Multiple Myeloma. As a single arm study, there is no randomization – which means every eligible patient who chooses to participate... Read more
January 11, 2017
New York Oncology Hematology and Nathan Littauer Hospital teamed up on the first ever "Salon Strong," event, bringing together local hair stylists in Fulton and Montgomery County to learn more about caring for clients and their hair during cancer... Read more
January 05, 2017
New York Oncology Hematology & Nathan Littauer Hospital Join Forces for to Recognize Hair Stylists’ Role in Caring for Cancer Patients A woman depends on her hair stylist to look her best, but when she is diagnosed with cancer the relationship takes... Read more
January 03, 2017
Founded by a group of patients, doctors and staff in 2000, we have been providing the "little things" that go a long way for a family facing the financial stress of cancer treatment. From gas cards to groceries, 100% of your contribution stays in... Read more
November 10, 2016
Dr. David Shaffer was a recent guest on “Medical Monday,” a program of WAMC, Northeast Public Radio. Dr. Shaffer, who treats patients at NYOH’s Albany Medical Center office, answered listeners' questions about a variety of topics related to... Read more
October 21, 2016
New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s largest provider of cancer treatment, welcomes several new staff to our practice: Lisamarie Better, RN, MSN, FNP-BC is a nurse practitioner at NYOH/Rexford. She is a graduate of the Russell Sage Graduate... Read more
October 20, 2016
Dr. Karen Tedesco and her patient, Pamela Cunningham, a breast cancer survivor, recently spoke with Time Warner Cable News health reporter Marcie Fraser. Dr. Tedesco discussed the risk factors with breast cancer, while Pamela shared her personal... Read more
October 20, 2016
NYOH Cares, our team of employees, raised more than $5,000 each for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night Walk and the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk this past weekend. From bake sales to raffles, NYOH... Read more
September 27, 2016
As the largest cancer care provider in the region, NYOH employees and survivors are proud to join together to support the Leukemia Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night event. It’s free to join the NYOH Cares team – so please come walk with us, or make... Read more
September 01, 2016
NYOH is currently enrolling eligible breast cancer patients in a new clinical research trial for Embraca. This Phase III research study is for those with advanced of metastatic breast cancer who also have the inherited BRCA 1 or 2 mutation. For more... Read more
August 08, 2016
Thanks to Donna Stevens, LPN and Thomas Gardner, LPN, for representing NYOH at the 2016 Hospice Walk. Donna works at our Albany Medical Center office and Tom works in Rexford – but both previously worked in a hospice unit at the VA and know... Read more
August 02, 2016
Congratulations to Lori Washburn, in our Clifton Park Cancer Center, whose beautiful photo is featured in Coping Magazine's 2016 National Cancer Survivor Day's Photo Gallery. Lori also painted the mural, being signed in the photo by NYOH patient... Read more
July 28, 2016
Karen Tedesco, MD, medical oncologist and director of NYOH’s Hereditary Risk Assessment Program, was a recent guest on Melanie Cole’s Health Radio program. In the program, Dr. Tedesco walks through breast cancer diagnosis and some of the treatment... Read more
July 25, 2016
New Initiative Designed to Promote Better Cancer Care New York Oncology Hematology (NYOH), the region’s largest provider of cancer treatment, has been selected to participate in the Oncology Care Model (OCM), a new national initiative. NYOH... Read more
June 27, 2016
Congratulation and thanks to New York State Assemblyman John T. McDonald III for passage of his resolution, declaring October 13th Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day in New York State. New York Oncology Hematology recently joined Assemblyman... Read more
June 24, 2016
New York Oncology Hematology patients are receiving beautiful blankets through a national program with Subaru of America and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Lacy Subaru and LLS delivered the blankets to both NYOH and Albany Medical Center as part... Read more
June 20, 2016
Ira Zackon, MD, President of New York Oncology Hematology, discusses the benefits and challenges to cancer patients and their caregivers as more oncology and hematology care moves to an outpatient setting, including NYOH’s Stem Cell Transplant... Read more
June 13, 2016
The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced approval for atezolizumab (Tecentriq), a new drug to treat bladder cancer. At New York Oncology Hematology, several of our patients have been participating in clinical research trials for the... Read more
June 06, 2016
New York Oncology Hematology Welcomes Randi Daniels, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, as a Nurse Practitioner at our Patroon Creek office in Albany. Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, Randi received her Bachelor of Arts degree from State... Read more
May 05, 2016
New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s largest provider of cancer care, welcomes Amanda DiPierro, RN, MSN, FNP-BC as a nurse practitioner in our Patroon Creek office in Albany. Amanda earned her Bachelor’s of Science from State University of New... Read more
May 03, 2016
New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s largest provider of cancer care, welcomes Linda Hall as Practice Administrator, overseeing operations at three of NYOH’s seven offices: Clifton Park in Saratoga County, Rexford and Amsterdam. With nearly 30... Read more
April 12, 2016
New York Oncology Hematology’s new radiotherapy system, the Varian TrueBeam, is the focus of a recent Time Warner Cable News story. Located at our new Clifton Park Cancer Center in Saratoga County, is offers the latest in radiation treatment,... Read more
April 05, 2016
Katrina Susman (in photo, with husband and son), a patient at New York Oncology Hematology, recently shared her experience with NYOH's Hereditary Risk Assessment Program, opting for surgery after learning about her genetic markers for several... Read more
March 24, 2016
A special delivery of 75 Easter baskets recently arrived at NYOH, the volunteer efforts of Floydwarriors, a cancer patient support organization created by an NYOH patient and survivor. Project Easter Bunny is the brainchild of Lisa Morehan (wearing... Read more
March 07, 2016
Dr. Makenzi Evangelist discusses the advancements in clinical research trials for lung cancer as part of a special report by the Times Union newspaper and WMHT-TV. The story focuses on lung cancer as the number one cancer killer. Several NYOH... Read more
March 03, 2016
In addition to owning Renditions Salon, in Gloversville, Linda Mendetta is also a sales consultant for Thirty one gifts consultant. With the help of many friends and customers, she recently delivered more than 100 Thirty one tote bags, filled items... Read more
March 02, 2016
Clients of Liberty ARC recently held a “Pink Sale,” selling t-shirts and other pink breast cancer awareness items to raise money for the NYOH Community Cancer Foundation to help patients at NYOH’s Amsterdam location. Clients and staff of Liberty ARC... Read more
February 29, 2016
Dr. Maria Theodoulou, formerly of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, in New York City, Joins Region’s Largest Cancer Care Provider ALBANY, NY – New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s largest provider of cancer care, welcomes Maria... Read more
February 26, 2016
Ed Graham, Executive Director, New York Oncology Hematology, was a recent guest on the Time Warner Cable News' Capitol Tonight program, which focuses on politics and government across New York State. In the segment, Ed discusses New York State's... Read more
February 11, 2016
Students at the William H. Barkely Magnet School in Amsterdam recently raised more than $400 to help cancer patients at New York Oncology Hematology. They held a “King and Queen of Hearts” fundraiser, where students and families purchased paper... Read more
January 08, 2016
NYOH Among First in the World Offering New Immunotherapy Clinical Trial for Lung Cancer Enrollment in the CheckMate 370 study of Nivolumab is now open for eligible patients New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s largest provider of treatment for... Read more
December 28, 2015
Howard Schlossberg, MD was a recent guest on "Medical Monday," the weekly medical call-in program on WAMC, Northeast Public Radio. During the hour-long program, Dr. Schlossberg answered listeners' questions on a variety of cancer-related topics,... Read more
December 23, 2015
When Becky Hart, a teacher at Knox Jr. High School in Johnstown, NY, was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year, her students wanted to do something to support their teacher during treatment. They sold pink bracelets and magnets. The... Read more
December 17, 2015
Once again this year, the talented staff at our Amsterdam office participated in the Century Club’s 2015 Festival of Trees. This year, they chose “A Charlie Brown Christmas” as the tree theme, with many staff creating hand-made ornaments to make the... Read more
November 20, 2015
Congratulations to Stephanie Hathaway and Amanda Hershey, who were recently recognized by Mountain Valley Hospice with the Gregory R. Hoye Award, given to a caregiver who has, “demonstrated compassion and understanding, and given hope, support, and... Read more
November 17, 2015
Richard Harris, whose wife, Laurie, is a patient at NYOH, is planning a 24-hour Roll-A-Thon, a continuous martial arts training session, to raise funds for New York Oncology Hematology’s Community Cancer Foundation. The event runs from 8 a.m. Nov.... Read more
November 02, 2015
NYOH employees, patients and survivors are involved in dozens of organizations and events to support cancer research and provide needed services to those in treatment. NYOH employees recently participated in Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light the... Read more
October 22, 2015
Dr. Adriana Lisinschi, an oncologist/hematologist at NYOH, was recently featured in Your Clifton Park, a weekly newspaper in Saratoga County. In her profile, Dr. Lisinschi talks about her childhood as a piano prodigy in Moldova and why she wanted to... Read more
October 01, 2015
Dr. Arsyl De Jesus, radiation oncologist at New York Oncology Hematology and board member for Susan G. Komen Foundation of Northeast New York, is featured in a a new video about the 2015 Race for the Cure. Dr. De Jesus discusses advances in breast... Read more
September 18, 2015
New York Oncology Hematology is proud to offer the region’s only Varian TrueBeam Radiotherapy System. This exciting technology opens new treatment possibilities, while providing greater accuracy, speed and comfort for patients – especially for hard... Read more
September 15, 2015
New York Oncology Hematology, (NYOH), the region’s leading provider of community-based cancer and blood disorder care, welcomes Adriana Lisinschi, MD, PhD, to the medical staff. Board certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology and Internal Medicine,... Read more
August 19, 2015
Karen Tedesco, MD, was a featured speaker on Hereditary Breast Cancer Syndrome at the recent “Beat the Odds” event, sponsored by To Life!, a breast cancer support and education organization. Dr. Tedesco is a medical oncologist and hematologist and... Read more
August 12, 2015
New York Oncology Hematology will again be sponsoring a water station at this year's Susan G Komen Race for the Cure, Saturday, October 3, 2015 at Empire State Plaza in Albany. Volunteers are needed to help hand out water and cheer on runners and... Read more
August 03, 2015
New York Oncology Hematology welcomes survivors and family members to participate in the 2015 Light the Night walk on Saturday, October 10th at 5pm. The walk is held at Siena College in Loudonville, NY. Light the Night benefits the important work of... Read more
June 29, 2015
New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s leading provider of community-based care for cancer and blood disorders, welcomes Pooja Chaukiyal, MD, to the medical staff. Board certified in Medical Oncology and Hematology, Dr. Chaukiyal is currently... Read more
June 22, 2015
The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce recently invited employees in our new NYOH Clifton Park Cancer Center to participate in the 2015 Clifton Park – Halfmoon Employee Wellness Walk. Team NYOH joined employees from other local businesses and... Read more
June 05, 2015
New York Oncology Hematology, the region’s largest provider of cancer and blood disorder treatment, celebrated the opening of its new Clifton Park Cancer Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Located at 3 Crossing Blvd. (at Sitterly Rd.), the new... Read more
May 19, 2015
New York Oncology Hematology recently donated a CT scanner, formerly used in the Rexford practice. With the investment in new technology, the scanner, which is fully functional, is headed to First Rivers Hospital in Nigeria, along with several other... Read more
May 13, 2015
NYOH physicians Rufus Collea, MD and Karen Tedesco, MD were interviewed following the announcement that Sandra Lee, celebrity chef and partner of New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo, has breast cancer. Click to read the articles: Times Union:... Read more
April 27, 2015
Dr. Ira Zackon, Director of NYOH’s Stem Cell Transplant Program, and patient Gary Vogt were recent guests on WMHT’s Health Link program, discussing the topic of targeted therapy, a new development in cancer treatment that is based on a patient’s... Read more
April 24, 2015
New York Oncology Hematology will begin seeing patients at its new Clifton Park Cancer Center on May 4th. Located at 3 Crossing Blvd. (at the intersection of Sitterly Rd.), it is the largest and most comprehensive in the area, providing services for... Read more
April 24, 2015
Dr. Tia Olds, a radiation oncologist at New York Oncology Hematology, recently appeared on the Tom Joyner Morning Show, a nationally syndicated radio program. As part of National Minority Cancer Awareness Week and the program’s regular “Get Well... Read more
April 03, 2015
In 2009, NYOH patient and breast cancer survivor Lisa Morehan was in treatment and too sick to make an Easter basket for her son. So, she vowed to make up for it and Project Easter Bunny was born. Morahan recently dropped off 50 Easter baskets for... Read more
March 11, 2015
Now, you don’t have to make a separate trip to the pharmacy for your prescriptions. For your convenience, and often at a lower cost, NYOH can fill many prescriptions at our office locations: Albany, Albany Medical Center, Latham, Troy, Rexford,... Read more
February 10, 2015
From left to right: Principal Donna Decker, Errol Quinones, Destiny Dingman, Kris Welch, Raelyn Hillier, Brenna McNamara, Amy Merendo Students and teachers at two schools in Amsterdam recently celebrated Valentine’s Day by making gift baskets and... Read more
January 30, 2015
February is National Cancer Prevention Month and the American Cancer Society recommends seven key lifestyle habits that everyone should adopt to reduce their risk of the disease: Stop using tobacco Maintain a healthy weight throughout your life... Read more
January 26, 2015
New York Oncology Hematology, (NYOH), the region’s leading provider of community-based cancer care services, welcomes Justin Juliano, MD, to the medical staff. Board certified in Radiation Oncology, Dr. Juliano is currently treating patients at... Read more
January 20, 2015
We are pleased to announce that New York Oncology Hematology has reached a contract agreement with Capital District Physicians Health Plan (CDPHP). The agreement ensures no disruption of treatment for our CDPHP members. Patients can keep their... Read more
December 09, 2014
New York Oncology Hematology’s physicians, staff and patients have been participating in several local events to raise money and awareness for cancer research and treatment, including: American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer... Read more
October 15, 2014
Mrs. Frances Tonko, mother of U.S. Representative Paul Tonko and an NYOH patient and cancer survivor, recently joined her physician, Arsyl De Jesus. MD, at the Amsterdam Cancer Center. Together, they cut the ribbon to re-open the newly renovated... Read more
September 30, 2014
Dr. Karen Tedesco and NYOH patient Barbara Biondi are featured in today’s Times Union. The story appears on the cover of the “Thrive” section of the paper and focuses the role of genetic testing and how NYOH counsels patients through our Hereditary... Read more
September 05, 2014
As part of the recent “Stand Up to Cancer” national broadcast, NewsChannel13 health reporter and anchor Benita Zahn spoke with New York Oncology Hematology physician Sami Brake, MD and patient Cynthia Applebaum about the critical role that blood... Read more
August 15, 2014
New York Oncology Hematology recently hosted a roundtable event with U.S. Representative Paul Tonko at our newly renovated Amsterdam Cancer Center. Congressman Tonko invited local health care providers, patients and researchers to join NYOH for a... Read more
July 01, 2014
July is the awareness month for both sarcoma and bladder cancers. Sarcoma cancer is symbolized by a yellow ribbon, while a marigold/blue/purple ribbon is the symbol for bladder cancer awareness. As the region’s largest, most comprehensive provider... Read more
May 21, 2014
The American Cancer Society has designated the Friday before Memorial Day as Don’t Fry Day – a day to raise awareness of sun safety. Learn how to protect your skin and lower your risk for skin cancer. Read more
May 19, 2014
May is Skin Cancer awareness month and Howard Schlossberg, MD, an oncologist at New York Oncology Hematology, was recently interviewed by CBS 6. He discusses ways to prevent skin damage from the sun. Read more
April 01, 2014
April is the awareness month for four types of cancers: Head & Neck, Testicular and Esophageal cancers. Each cancer is symbolized by a specific color ribbon: Head cancer: Burgundy ribbon Neck cancer: Ivory ribbon Testicular cancer: Orchid ribbon... Read more
March 25, 2014
Cancer to become number one Killer Updated: Thursday, April 3 2014, 09:25 PM EDT ALBANY — Cancer will soon overtake heart disease as the leading cause of death in the United States. A new study shows the number of cancer cases will increase by 45%... Read more
February 27, 2014
New York Oncology Hematology Announces Plans for New Cancer Center in Clifton Park Sitterly Road location will be the largest comprehensive community cancer center in Southern Saratoga County ALBANY, NY – In its continued commitment to patients and... Read more
February 18, 2014
New York Oncology Hematology, P.C. (NYOH), the region’s leading provider of community-based cancer care services, has named Megan E. Farrar, R.T., Director of Radiation & Imaging Services. In this role, Farrar oversees radiation and imaging services... Read more
February 03, 2014
New York Oncology Hematology, P.C. (NYOH), the region’s leading provider of community-based cancer care services, has named GerryAnn Currier, RN, OCN, Manager of Clinical Research. In this position, Currier oversees dozens of clinical and research... Read more
January 21, 2014
For Immediate Release: January 21, 2014 Contact: Sarah Bilofsky (518-588-7562) First of its Kind in Area State of the Art New Linear Accelerator Technology Will Advance Radiation Cancer Treatment AMSTERDAM, NY – In its continued commitment to... Read more
January 08, 2014
January 8, 2014 Nini Wu, MD, President of New York Oncology Hematology, is interviewed by Benita Zahn, anchor and health reporter at WNYT/News Channel 13. They discuss Governor Andrew Cuomo’s plan to legalize medical marijuana in New York State, as... Read more