Medical Oncology & Hematology

Dr. Samir Patel is a board-certified physician in hematology and medical oncology with a special interest in treating solid tumors, including lung and colon cancers, as well as leukemia, lymphomas, and benign hematology and bleeding disorders.

After completing his Bachelor of Science in chemistry and honors biology at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign he continued to The Chicago Medical School where he received is M.D. as well as, his M.S. in applied physiology. Dr. Patel’s post-graduate training began at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis with his Residency and Internship then followed his fellowship at New York Medical College where he was Chief Fellow of his class.

Dr. Patel has been a practicing oncologist since 2009 and has gained experience through his time spent treating patients at the Metropolitan Hospital Center and Mid-Valley Oncology Hematology in New York and at the Bay Pines VA Medical Center in Florida. He has also been a contributing author to many publications and case reports, most focused on leukemia.

Since joining the team at New York Cancer Specialists in 2014, Dr. Patel is continually accepting new patients in Babylon and Patchogue offices.

Credentials:  MD
Education & Training
   FACP:    New York Medical College
   Residency:    Barnes-Jewish Hospital
   Medical School:    Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University
   College:    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign


Eastern Long Island Hospital
John T Mather Memorial Hospital
Peconic Bay Medical Center
Southampton Hospital
St. Catherine Of Siena Medical Center
St. Charles Hospital
University Hospital at Stony Brook

Patient Reviews

  • "Dr. Patel was absolutely phenomenal. He was thorough, caring and patient. I felt safe and know that he has my best interest in mind and is going to do everything possible to rectify my situation."
      from Teresa 5.0 Stars - (2025-05-22)
  • "Dr. Patel was caring and attentive. He took the time to answer my questions thoroughly and explained everything clearly."
      from Tuval 5.0 Stars - (2025-05-17)
  • "Took a little while to be seen . It’s a very busy place so parking was difficult."
      from Kristi 5.0 Stars - (2025-05-17)
  • "Dr. Patel is great. Always explains everything to me and helps me with any questions."
      from Scott 5.0 Stars - (2025-05-15)
  • "Dr. Samir Patel has been treating my daughter and I for a few years now. We both have a genetic mutation that may cause blood cancers, which I’ve already had 21 years ago, and my daughter had some issues last summer and Dr. Patel was very proactive with because of the mutation and risks. My daughter’s fine! He is a great doctor, very knowledgeable, compassionate and takes the time needed for his patients. A+++++"
      from elizabeth 5.0 Stars - (2025-05-09)
  • "Dr Samir Patel is THE BEST!"
      from Lorraine 5.0 Stars - (2025-04-26)
  • "Wonderful Doctor. Cares for his patients."
      from Theresa 5.0 Stars - (2025-04-12)
  • "Always showing concern for my health with such a friendly manner.I would recommend you to all my family"
      from edward 5.0 Stars - (2025-04-10)
  • "Everyone is very caring. They take the time to listen to you. They don’t rush you out and they always make themselves available."
      from fran 5.0 Stars - (2025-04-04)
  • "The most caring practice I have ever encountered, from the front desk, customer service, the nurses, the NPs, the PAs, the blood techs, the medical assistants, and of course the doctors, I know my medical care is as best that it can be. They allow you to be proactive with their care plans, CareSpace is an amazing portal which allows me to view my results and ask questions; their billing system is wonderful and user friendly when paying your bills. Thank you NYCBS for making my life so much easier."
      from Gayle 5.0 Stars - (2025-04-02)