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Dr. Despina Siolas, MD, PHD

Dr. Despina Siolas, MD, PHD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Siolas, Medical Oncologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Despina Siolas received her Bachelor of Science with summa cum laude honors from St. John?s University. She attended medical school at Stony Brook University, where she was awarded the prestigious E-Trade Financial Scholarship from the Hellenic Medical Society of New York. In addition to her MD degree, Dr. Siolas is the recipient of a Doctor of Philosophy in Genetics from the State University of New York at Stony Brook for studies she conducted in the lab of Greg Hannon PhD, Howard Hughes Medical Institute Professor, at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. She completed her internal medicine residency training and hematology/oncology fellowship at NYU Langone Health. In addition to treating patients, Dr. Siolas conducts research on cancer genes that influence the immune microenvironment using preclinical models of pancreatic cancer and colon cancer. She has authored numerous publications and has received a prestigious Mentored Clinical Scientist Research Career Development Award (K08) from the National Institute of Health. She is a member of the American Society for Clinical Oncology, the American Association for Cancer Research, and American Medical Association, and Hellenic Medical Society.

    What languages does Dr. Siolas speak?

    Dr. Siolas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

    What conditions does Dr. Siolas treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Siolas 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. Siolas. 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:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon
    • Colon Cancer
    • Ascending Colon Cancer
    • Bowel Cancer
    • Colorectal Carcinoma
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
    • C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Other benign neuroendocrine growths
    • Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors

    Also known as:

    • Low White Blood Cell Count from Chemotherapy
    • Blood Disorder
    • Chemotherapy-induced agranulocytosis
    • Neutropenia from cancer treatment
    • Severe white blood cell deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D701: Agranulocytosis secondary to cancer chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
    • Cancer
    • Malignant tumor
    • Neoplasm
    • Cancer of unknown primary

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
    • Liver Cancer
    • Metastatic Liver Cancer
    • Secondary Liver Tumor
    • Liver Metastasis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct

    Does Dr. Siolas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Siolas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Siolas accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Siolas in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Siolas' office located?

    Gastrointestinal (GI) Oncology

    Gastrointestinal (GI) Oncology

    1305 York Avenue

    12th Floor

    New York, NY 10021

    (917) 300-0553

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    What is Dr. Siolas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Siolas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598083552.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Siolas?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Siolas

    What is Dr. Despina Siolas's specialty?

    Dr. Siolas is a Medical Oncologist near New York, NY. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Siolas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Despina Siolas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Siolas 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 Despina Siolas accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Despina Siolas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Despina Siolas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Siolas's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Despina Siolas?

    Please contact Dr. Siolas's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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