Medical Oncology & Hematology
Dr. Nyatanga made a decision to pursue a career in medicine after having the opportunity to take care of sick children at an orphanage in Zimbabwe as a teenager. In a place where vulnerable populations succumbed to very preventable diseases, she learned to not only appreciate the importance of preventive healthcare, but also the critical role that modern medicine plays in treating and curing disease. A special focus in Hematology and Oncology allowed her the opportunity to integrate both in taking care of her patients.
As a fierce patient advocate, Dr. Nyatanga goes the extra mile to ensure patients get the best and most advanced care possible. She also enjoys doing life with them. “So while we fight cancer together, do life together too,” she said. “I believe in a holistic approach to patient care and strongly believe in empowering patients to participate actively in their health journey.”
Dr. Nyatanga works with patients on all aspects of their lives to ensure nutritional, emotional, and social alignment with overall health goals. “I enjoy taking time to explain things to my patients and take joy when they fully understand their disease, their treatment options, and overall plan of care,” she said. “It’s quite fulfilling when patients come in and excitedly tell me all of the things they ate to get their potassium or hemoglobin up. That’s engagement, and I thoroughly enjoy it”
Dr. Nyatanga received her degree in biology from Central Methodist University in Fayette, Missouri, and then her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. She completed her residency in internal medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, followed by a fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine, Monter Cancer Center in New Hyde Park, NY. In her free time, Dr. Nyatanga enjoys traveling, hiking, shopping, and golfing.
Dr. Nyatanga is thrilled to be a part of NYCBS’s well-organized and efficient practice, providing high-quality, cost-effective care. She said, “There is a palpable culture of ensuring that above all else, patients come first. Everyone here absolutely loves what they do, and they love taking care of patients and making a difference. The staff takes pleasure in going the extra mile for their patients, and the organization dedicates a lot of time and resources to ensure patients can afford to get the care they need.”
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Patient Reviews
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"An experience like no other. Great care & concern from the entire team."
from Rhonda 5.0 Stars - (2025-10-24) -
"I have always experienced attentive, pleasant and courteous service from the Doctor and her staff."
from Richard 5.0 Stars - (2025-10-22) -
"Very informative and plenty of patience. Always with a smile."
from Aishah 5.0 Stars - (2025-10-16) -
"I was pleased with everyone I met and was seen by at this office, and I am very grateful for having met, and now to be in the care of, Dr. Nyatanga. She & I had a thorough sit-down discussion about all aspects of my Stage 4 prostate cancer, and we have basically agreed on a mutually acceptable plan of treatment. Dr. Nyatanga presented me with much detailed, helpful information that I needed to know about her recommended treatments for this specific type of cancer because it's unique. Thankfully, she also related well to my thoughts on the matter. I left there feeling relieved to know that there are acceptable options in my treatments going forward under her care, which I honestly did not expect."
from Richard 5.0 Stars - (2025-10-15) -
"Staff is always so helpful and Dr. Nyatanga is the best."
from David 5.0 Stars - (2025-10-15) -
"As usual the staff and care team were very caring and informative."
from Sheryl 5.0 Stars - (2025-10-11) -
"Staff was efficient, helpful and friendly."
from Donna 5.0 Stars - (2025-10-10) -
"A very nice and enlightening experience"
from Ernest 5.0 Stars - (2025-10-09) -
"I’m very grateful for you all .. thank you for having the Best Interest of my health and well being .. & thank you for Going those Extra laps for me to understand the Care you are providing for me .. I greatly appreciate my whole team 😘🌺🌸🫶🏽"
from Laronda 5.0 Stars - (2025-10-09) -
"The doctor was very loving and caring and all the staff was very nice and polite. Thank you for caring for me"
from Waveney 5.0 Stars - (2025-10-09)