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Dr. Avi Retter

Medical Oncology & Hematology

Dr. Retter is a physician at the Eastchester Center for Cancer Care, a division of New York Cancer & Blood Specialists. He is an accomplished oncologist and hematologist with numerous publications, his most recent regarding his work with prostate cancer and antiangiogenesis. Dr. Retter brings his clinical research expertise to expand Eastchester Center for Cancer Care, a division of New York Cancer & Blood Specialists, and use that expertise to expand the clinical research infrastructure. Dr. Retter earned his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1999 and performed his residency training at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA and completed a combined Hematology/Oncology fellowship at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland.

Credentials:  MD
Education & Training
   FACP:    National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health
    Residency:    Fox Chase Cancer Center, Temple University Hospital
    Medical School:    Albert Einstein College of Medicine
    College:    City University of New York at Brooklyn College


Montefiore Medical Center

Patient Reviews

  • "(Translated by Google) Professional treatment as a doctor, and very accurate diagnoses. I recommend him. (Original) Un trato profesional como médico y muy acertados sus diagnósticos. Lo recomiendo."
      from edwin 5.0 Stars - (2025-07-15)
  • "Doctor Retter is the best doctor, and the staff is very friendly, I would recommend this doctor."
      from Faina 5.0 Stars - (2025-07-12)
  • "I would highly recommend Dr. Retter. He is always pleasant and listens to your concerns. The staff is always helpful and cheerful. And they are always on time!"
      from Myra 5.0 Stars - (2025-07-11)
  • "Dr. Retter has always been incredibly kind, attentive and professional. His staff is also wonderful (especially Dawn) and the environment of his office is comfortable and relaxing."
      from JDD 5.0 Stars - (2025-07-09)
  • "I went for a second opinion with Dr. Retter on 6/17/2025. He took the time to explain my diagnosis in detail and answered all my questions. I highly recommend Dr. Avi Retter. Thank you for making me comfortable and well cared for."
      from Teresa 5.0 Stars - (2025-06-19)
  • "My experience with Dr. Avi Retter consultation was very helpful encouraging. All staff members were very courteous in their interactions we me."
      from Victor 4.0 Stars - (2025-06-18)
  • "very professional and polite."
      from Gwendolyn 5.0 Stars - (2025-06-18)
  • "Fantastic"
      from Eleanor 5.0 Stars - (2025-06-18)
  • "I had one appointment with Dr. Retter and even in that short time, I was incredibly impressed by his compassion, professionalism, and thoroughness. He took the time to listen, explain everything clearly, and made me feel genuinely cared for during a very difficult and emotional moment. His calm and reassuring demeanor gave me a sense of comfort and trust. The office staff was equally kind, respectful, and efficient, making the entire experience smooth and supportive from start to finish. I’m truly grateful for the care I received from Dr. Retter and his team."
      from monica 5.0 Stars - (2025-06-12)
  • "Fast intake, did not wait long to see doctor. Very courteous staff."
      from Evangeline 4.0 Stars - (2025-05-30)