Dr. Alexander Chou, MD
NEW YORK, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chou, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in NEW YORK, NY?
Dr. Alexander Chou is a Professor of Pediatrics at Weill Cornell Medicine and an Attending Pediatrician at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. He specializes in the care of children with pediatric sarcomas including osteosarcoma, Ewing sarcoma, rhabdomyosarcoma, synovial sarcoma, desmoplastic small round cell tumor, alveolar soft part sarcoma, rhabdoid tumors, epithelioid sarcomas, infantile fibrosarcomas, and other rare sarcomas of childhood, and also cares for children with other common solid tumors such as neuroblastoma, Wilm?s tumor, hepatoblastoma, germ cell tumors, and other rarer tumors of childhood.Dr. Chou received his medical degree (M.D.) at Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University. ?After completing his residency in Pediatrics at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, he continued his training and completed a pediatric hematology/oncology fellowship at the joint program at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. ?Dr. Chou joined the faculty at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) where he served for a decade as a member of the pediatric sarcoma service and in various education leadership roles. ?He then ?served as clinical director of the pediatric sarcoma service at the Children's Hospital at Montefiore, where he helped establish the Bronx?s first pediatric cancer predisposition clinic. In 2021, he was recruited to rejoin the faculty at Weill Cornell Medicine to provide ?direct care for children with solid tumors and serve as the Director for Clinical Operations for Pediatric Oncology.Dr. Chou's research and clinical interests lie in exploring new treatment options for pediatric sarcomas and pediatric solid tumors. In the laboratory, he has sought to characterize the molecular pathways that led to tumor growth and progression. Additionally, he helped develop novel drugs and treatment delivery mechanisms for relapsed pediatric sarcomas. ? He is active in regional, national and international collaborative organizations including the Children?s Oncology Group, the American Society of Pediatric Hematology Oncology, and the Connective Tissue Oncology Society.
WebsiteWhere did Dr. Chou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Memorial Sloan - Kettering Cancer Center
Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology; Ny And Presby Hosp, Pediatrics | Cornell Univ. Medical College
Is Dr. Chou board certified in Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Chou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Chou speak?
Dr. Chou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chou treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Chou diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Chou. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Personal History of Chemotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Past chemotherapy treatment
- Previous cancer drug therapy
- History of chemo
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9221: Personal history of antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer of the Left Arm
- Bone Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Left Upper Limb Bone Cancer
- Left Arm Bone Tumor
- Left Scapula Cancer
- Left Long Bone Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4002: Malignant neoplasm of scapula and long bones of left upper limb
Also known as:
- Clinical Research Control Examination
- Clinical Trials
- Research Study Checkup
- Clinical Trial Participant Exam
- Control Group Medical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Neoplasm
- Soft Tissue Growth
- Uncertain Soft Tissue Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D481: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Does Dr. Chou accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Chou's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Chou's office located?
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
525 East 68th Street, Payson-695
NEW YORK, NY 10065
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Chou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124043484.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chou
What is Dr. Alexander Chou's specialty?
Dr. Chou is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near NEW YORK, NY. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Chou to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Chou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chou is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Alexander Chou accepting new patients in NEW YORK, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Chou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Chou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chou's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Chou?
Please contact Dr. Chou's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Chou have?
Dr. Alexander Chou is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
525 East 68th Street, Payson-695
New York, NY 10065
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