Medical Cancer Care

Most cancer patients meet with a medical oncologist to develop a personalized care plan. These specialists treat cancer using medications such as chemotherapy (oral or infusion), hormonal therapy and immunotherapy, which harnesses the body’s immune system to fight cancer. Their role is to manage and control the disease, address side effects, and, in some cases, achieve a cure.

At Stony Brook Cancer Center, our medical oncologists work closely with surgeons, radiation oncologists and other specialists as part of a collaborative care team. Together, they provide the most effective treatment tailored to each patient’s needs, with a commitment to compassionate, personalized care.

Comprehensive Care Team

Our department is staffed with highly skilled professionals, including:

Expert physicians specializing in oncology and hematology
Nurse practitioners and chemotherapy-certified oncology nurses
Oncology-trained nurse navigators to guide you through your care

Comfortable and Convenient Treatment

Your appointment with your medical oncologist takes place in the Multidisciplinary Practice Suite in the Outpatient Cancer Center located on Level 5 in the Medical and Research Translation (MART) building on Lauterbur Drive.

Outpatient Treatment

If you have an appointment for chemotherapy, you go to the Infusion Center that is located on Level 6 in the Medical and Research Translation (MART) building on Lauterbur Drive. Our state-of-the-art facility has private and semi-private areas where you can relax in reclining chairs.

Also available:

Televisions
Free Wi-Fi
Books and magazines

Inpatient Care

Your care may include an in-hospital stay in Stony Brook University Hospital. There are floors and units dedicated to the care of patients with cancer. As an inpatient, you may receive different types of diagnostic tests and treatments, and recover from surgery.

Our goal is to give you superior care, listen to any of your concerns, and offer support through your treatment and recovery experience.