Medical Oncology & Hematology

Dr. Samir Patel is a Board Certified physician in hematology and medical oncology and has a special interest in 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 our Port Jefferson and Patchogue offices.

Credentials:  M.D.
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

  • "Fast, friendly and thoroughly informative!!!!"
      from Rob 5.0 Stars - (2024-07-13)
  • "As always, a wonderful experience, treated with care and compassion."
      from Gayle 5.0 Stars - (2024-06-18)
  • "Dr. Patel is the most caring doctor i have ever had. I thank him for all he has done for me. A wonderful caring person."
      from Patricia 5.0 Stars - (2024-06-04)
  • "I’m so glad I’ve put all of my needs in the hands of NY Health and NY Blood & Cancer. Doctors Patel, Zargaroff and Yanke are all caring and compassionate and always take the time to explain and answer my questions. The front desk staff is always courteous and friendly - at ALL the offices. I always feel like “I’ll be okay” when I leave there."
      from Rich 5.0 Stars - (2024-05-29)
  • "Awesome care. Very involved in all my medical necessities. Your in good hands with Dr Patel and staff"
      from Thomas 5.0 Stars - (2024-05-23)
  • "Dr.Patel, I can't say enough about the medical expertise & concern that Amanda received while under your care. Stage 3/4 Hodgkin's lymphoma is no joke especially when you add in many special needs that Amanda has. The entire NYB&C team is amazing, my daughter felt special everytime she was being taken care of. No Cancer Present.......what can we say except Thank You & may you all be blessed.♥️ Ps we need a picture of Dr.Patel & Lindsey"
      from Jill 5.0 Stars - (2024-05-11)
  • "Dr Patel always takes the time to explain and speak to you clearly."
      from Diane 5.0 Stars - (2024-04-30)
  • "Dr Patel is a very caring, compassionate physician who takes his time with his patients. He is a rare gem!!"
      from Lucy 5.0 Stars - (2024-04-30)
  • "I do not know who this Dr. Patel is. I have never had an appointment with this doctor. There must be some mistake. Please check your records. You have the wrong person. Thank you."
      from Madeleine 2.0 Stars - (2024-04-13)
  • "Perfect knowledgeable courteous staff"
      from Nilesh 5.0 Stars - (2024-04-05)