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Languages: English, Cantonese

Medical Oncology & Hematology

Dr. Vernon Wu is a board-certified hematologist-oncologist specializing in comprehensive cancer care with expertise in both solid tumors and hematologic malignancies. His clinical focus encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and solid tumors, with particular emphasis on delivering personalized, evidence-based cancer therapies.

Dr. Wu's research portfolio demonstrates his commitment to advancing cancer treatment through translational medicine. His work includes developing novel anti-cancer peptides for pancreatic cancer, investigating post-bone marrow transplant anti-tumor cellular immunity, and establishing risk stratification protocols for smoldering multiple myeloma and follicular lymphoma. Additionally, he conducts critical research on healthcare disparities in rectal cancer, working to improve equitable access to quality cancer care across diverse populations.

Dr. Wu received his Bachelor of Arts from Harvard University and his Doctor of Medicine from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Stony Brook University Hospital, followed by his Hematology-Oncology fellowship at Northwell Health, where he received comprehensive training in medical oncology, hematologic malignancies, and bone marrow transplantation.

His research contributions have been presented at numerous national oncology conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals, reflecting his dedication to advancing the field of cancer medicine. Dr. Wu is committed to providing compassionate, multidisciplinary cancer care while contributing to the development of innovative treatments that improve patient outcomes.

Dr. Wu is fluent in English and conversational in Cantonese, enabling him to serve diverse patient populations with culturally sensitive care.

Credentials:  MD
Education & Training
   Residency:    Stony Brook University Hospital
   Medical School:    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
   Fellowships:    Northwell Health


Patient Reviews

  • "The care is exceptional!! Dr. Wu is knowledgeable, compassionate and understanding. He listens and attends to my needs and concerns. My family and are grateful for his skills, kindness and knowledge. The nurses and staff are also exceptional, friendly, knowledgeable compassionate and caring. I'm thankful."
      from Vanessa 5.0 Stars - (2025-09-30)
  • "1st time experience at facility was great. Dr Wu explained everything and was very patient and helpful. The receptionist up front are amazing. I was not there for a long time being a new patient. The nurses are nice as well and I only had to be stuck once to get blood my vein was found right away"
      from Sharon 5.0 Stars - (2025-09-27)
  • "Great"
      from Yuri 5.0 Stars - (2025-09-12)
  • "Dr.Wu is great like always very helpful and attentive listens to all my concerns, questions and updates!"
      from Naquana 5.0 Stars - (2025-09-04)
  • "Dr. Wu is very attentive and explains everything in a way you can understand. I am very Happy to have my husband in his care."
      from Frankie 5.0 Stars - (2025-08-23)
  • "I received great treatment here. Thank you!"
      from Candace 5.0 Stars - (2025-08-23)
  • "(Translated by Google) For my first visit, the care was ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป from the nurses to the doctor, excellent care and patience. Now I'm waiting for the second visit ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป (Original) Para ser mi primer visita la atenciรณn fue de ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป desde las enfermeras asta el doctor excelente atenciรณn y paciencia ahora esperar la segunda visita ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป"
      from Blanca 4.0 Stars - (2025-08-22)
  • "Great service, great respectful staff and doctors"
      from Adrienne 5.0 Stars - (2025-08-22)
  • "The staff seems attentive at all times, from the start of the visit, until the end of the visit. Dr. Wu is easy to understand, he explains in a visualing manner, and he's been very thorough."
      from Evan 5.0 Stars - (2025-08-21)
  • "Dr. Wu was kind careful with his words, and put calmness at ease."
      from Samantha 5.0 Stars - (2025-08-17)