Medical Oncology & Hematology
Victoria Shklar, MD, is a hematologist-oncologist dedicated to advocating for her patients and guiding them through the challenges of their journey. Understanding that every person is different with a unique disease and constellation of health concerns, Dr. Shklar provides personalized care encompassing her patients' physical, mental, and emotional needs.
While obtaining an undergraduate degree in Genetics at Rutgers University, Dr. Shklar became involved in scientific research at molecular biology laboratories. After graduating she continued her study at Princeton University. Later, Dr. Shklar transitioned to clinical research at Memorial-Sloan Kettering Cancer Center where she witnessed the tailoring of new research and clinical trials to individual cases. She saw how research on a molecular level has the potential to aid our understanding of disease and improve treatment, which inspired her to pursue medicine.
Dr. Shklar received her medical degree at the Sackler School of Medicine-Tel Aviv University. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Stony Brook University Hospital and was named Chief Resident in Quality and Safety at the Northport VA Medical Center. Following residency, she completed her Hematology-Oncology Fellowship with New York Cancer & Blood Specialists’ joint fellowship program with John T. Mather Memorial Hospital-Northwell. Dr. Shklar has experience in scholarly activities with publications and poster presentations. She has been involved in the growing field of cardio-oncology by establishing the first cardio-oncology database at Stony Brook University Hospital and subsequently co-authoring a chapter on cancer therapies and cardiac dysfunction in a heart failure textbook.
Dr. Shklar has worked with diverse patients and healthcare professionals in the U.S. and internationally. Her clinical practice covers a broad range of hematological and oncological disorders, but she is particularly interested in breast and gastrointestinal cancers.
She speaks English, Russian, and conversational Hebrew.
| Bethpage Medical Oncology | 1055 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage, NY 11714 | 718-732-4049 |
| Lake Success Medical Oncology | 1 Delaware Drive, New Hyde Park, NY 11042 | 516-336-5255 |
| NSLIJ-New Hyde Park |
| Winthrop Hospital |
Patient Reviews
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"Dr. Shklar was fantastic. Dr. Shklar and the whole staff were wonderful caring people. I would like to thank them. Y'all STAY WELL, TAKE CARE!!! FRANKIE L I 🛻🛻🛻🛻"
from Frank 5.0 Stars - (2025-05-24) -
"Dr. Shklar is amazing. She listened to patients concerns and she is very attentive."
from Stella 5.0 Stars - (2025-05-21) -
"So welcoming & professional, explained my issues well & relief to know why & what approach possible . Thanks"
from Lalaine 5.0 Stars - (2025-05-17) -
"Great"
from James 5.0 Stars - (2025-04-27) -
"Well organized, friendly, thorough."
from Tanya 5.0 Stars - (2025-04-26) -
"(Translated by Google) Dr. Victoria Shklar is an excellent professional, she gives me very good care, her treatment helped me overcome my illness, now that I have recovered, I feel healthy and very encouraged.
Thank you ⚘️
(Original)
Dra. Victoria Shklar excelente profesional, me da muy buena atención , su tratamiento me ayudo a superar mi enfermedad, ahora ya recuperada me siento saludable y muy animada.
Gracias ⚘️"
from Silvia 5.0 Stars - (2025-04-11) -
"I had a really good experience with Dr.Shklar she was very knowledgeable and broke things down for me…. I will definitely continue to work with her to help me get better. I also made an appointment for my daughter and referred some of my family/friends to her. Thank you Dr.Shklar"
from Toni 5.0 Stars - (2025-04-03) -
"Dr Victoria Shklar is very good doctor. She identified my condition . She had accurate diagnosis, up to date knowledge, effective treatment plan, and clear communication . This is an amazing hospital!"
from Farhana 5.0 Stars - (2025-04-03) -
"Upbeat and best doctor."
from John 5.0 Stars - (2025-03-27) -
"Staff were welcoming and the atmosphere was warm and professional. Dr.Shklar took the time to listen to all of my concerns and explained things clearly and made sure I felt comfortable throughout the entire visit. She was extremely compassionate and knowledgeable! I left appointment feeling reassured and confident thanks to her."
from Siomara 5.0 Stars - (2025-03-21)