Northwell Health Cancer Institute
Helping make a difference in the lives of our patients
The Northwell Health Cancer Institute is one of the largest cancer programs in the New York Metropolitan area, reaching more than 16,000 of our neighbors’ lives every year. Our compassionate team works together to provide exceptional and quality oncology care committed to improving patient outcomes. With the resources of the largest not-for-profit health system in the Northeast, there are limitless opportunities to make a difference in our patients’ lives and their families.
Oncology fellowships
Nursing Oncology Fellowship Program
This Fellowship is a 16-week program that combines classroom, computer web-based training, simulation and preceptorship. It integrates inpatient and ambulatory care for oncology patients.
Advanced Clinical Provider – Radiation Oncology Fellowship
Northwell’s ACP Fellowship Programs are open to Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners who wish to obtain the advanced knowledge and technical skills necessary to provide world-class care in a variety of medical sub-specialties. The fellowship will provide an opportunity to learn and train in a structured, mentored environment to become extraordinary healthcare providers in a chosen field.
Meet Iris Fleming, Oncology Registered Nurse
Northwell Health Cancer Institute
Cancer Institute Locations
Imbert Cancer Center
Located in Bay Shore, our beautiful new cancer center is a comfortable, peaceful and private environment that is conducive to healing in every way.
Center for Advanced Medicine
Featuring Monter Cancer Center and the Department of Radiation Medicine, our modern cancer center offers unparalleled experience and convenience.
Cancer Institute at Huntington
Patients have seamless access to hematology/medical oncology, radiation oncology and expanded cancer surgery services right in their community.
Cancer Institute at Phelps
Located in Sleepy Hollow, our new cancer center offers innovative and supportive cancer services, so everything you need is right in your community.
Cancer Institute at Staten Island University Hospital
Comprehensive hematology/medical oncology, radiation therapy and cancer surgery services are available right on Staten Island.
Cancer Institute at Lenox Hill Hospital
Featuring renowned head and neck cancer neurosurgery and radiation therapy, we are conveniently located in Manhattan.
CyberKnife of Long Island
With the first CyberKnife System in Suffolk County, our cancer center offers innovative radiation therapy for a wide range of cancers.
Cancer Institute at Northern Westchester Hospital
Located in Mount Kisco, we offer a full array of cancer-related treatment, surgery and wellness services.
Northwell Cancer Institute at MEETH
Our new cancer facility offers comprehensive medical oncology and infusion services for a wide range of cancers.
Our opportunities include:
Registered Nurses
Clinical Laboratory Technologists
Pharmacists
Research Professionals
Social Workers
Advanced Clinical Providers
Administrative Professionals
Registered Nurses
Clinical Laboratory Technologists
Pharmacists
Research Professionals
Social Workers
Advanced Clinical Providers
Administrative Professionals
Future of Cancer Care
We’re creating the future of cancer care by bringing together top-rated cancer specialists and team members who specialize in oncology, state-of-the-art technology and leading-edge clinical care and research. Here is what you can expect when you work with us.
Ability to care for the whole person beyond their diagnosis
Full spectrum of care within one integrated health system – prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, supportive care and survivorship
A team of more than 200 physicians in 25 specialties to drive the latest advances in cancer care and research
Opportunity to work on truly complex and rare conditions requiring sophisticated procedures
A relationship with Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory that allows us to discover and expedite the promise of new therapies, as we conduct over 150 active cancer clinical trials at any given time
Ninety-five percent of our clinical trial patients are from the diverse and densely populated communities of Queens, Nassau and Suffolk Counties
Faces of Oncology Care
Luz Santiago
Current position:
Sr. Manager of Operations, Monter Cancer Center
Luz has enjoyed a long and successful career at Northwell Health, ultimately joining our oncology team to challenge herself and help more patients. Since joining the Monter Cancer Center, she has steadily advanced her career. Luz earned her degree in Business Administration while taking advantage of Northwell’s tuition reimbursement benefits. “This has been one of the most exciting times in my career and every day I look forward to what the day will bring,” she says. “It’s exciting to feel that you are a part of something great!”
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2020
Manager, Operations, Monter Cancer Center
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2020
Administrative Manager, Monter Cancer Center
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2017
Administrative Office Supervisor, Monter Cancer Center
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2016
Senior Practice Office Coordinator, Monter Cancer Center
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2014
Practice Office Coordinator, Monter Cancer Center
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2001
Medical Secretary, North Shore University Hospital
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Dr. Smitha Chacko
Current position:
Senior Pharmacist, Chemo, Monter Cancer Center
Before joining Northwell, Smitha Chacko worked as a hospital clinical pharmacist – a position that introduced her to oncology. That experience is what allowed her to make the leap into cancer care with us. “I love working in oncology at Northwell,” she says. “That’s because Northwell has the most innovative treatments, research and equipment, as well as employees who are knowledgeable in utilizing all these resources.”
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2020
Senior Pharmacist, Monter Cancer Center
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2016
Oncology Pharmacist, Imbert Cancer Center
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2014
Pharmacist, Home Care Infusion
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Tony Philip
Current position:
Medical Oncology Disease Management Disease Team Lead, Musculoskeletal Oncology, Northwell Health Cancer Institute
Dr. Tony Philip has wanted to work in oncology care ever since he was in college. Like many of our employees, it was a personal experience with a relative that spurred his interest. He’s seen the evolution of cancer care at Northwell evolve over the years and have several experts in their field. “Having colleagues who you can turn to for advice and mentorship is an amazing part of being here. We also have a fellowship program so we get to teach future oncologists,” he says.
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2018
Present Director, Quality and Patient Safety, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Northwell Health Cancer Institute
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2015
Co-director Gastrointestinal Cancers, Northwell’s Center of Excellence
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2011
Attending Physician
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2008
Fellowship
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2005
Residency
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