William Chen
Northwell Health Radiation Oncology
Office
(855) 927-6622
440 East Main Street Bay Shore, NY 11706
About
He first became interested in medicine, and oncology specifically, when an aunt who had been in remission from cancer passed away when he was in middle school. "Knowing that someone could be told they're cancer-free and then seeing it come back later was very striking to me," he says. "From that point on, I wanted to go into oncology to make a difference for people like my aunt."
After graduating from NYU Grossman School of Medicine and then acting as chief resident at University Hospitals of Cleveland, Dr. Chen chose radiation oncology as his specialty, as it combined patient interaction with cutting-edge treatment.
"With radiation, we are always looking ahead toward improvement, and I enjoy that pace of advancement," he says. "We have the ability to deliver accurate, safe treatments and Northwell prides itself on keeping up with innovation in the field."
For example, a recent development with surface-guided radiation therapy is the ability to deliver treatments without the traditional tattoo marks needed for standard radiation.
"This might seem like a small thing, not having those tattoos, but it's a big emotional impact for patients," says Dr. Chen. "They're not carrying around the reminder of their disease, and that translates to a better quality of life after therapy."
Being able to work in a collaborative environment and be an active investigator for clinical trials are also ways that Dr. Chen deepens his commitment to patient outcomes. Another aspect of care he appreciates is being able to provide comfort and education to patients, especially because many who see him for the first time tend to be nervous about what's ahead.
"Unfortunately, many folks come in afraid of radiation and treatment, because they've heard or read horror stories," he says. "By giving them an understanding of the next steps, it takes away that uncertainty. They realize it isn't scary, but instead is a highly effective treatment."
William Chen
William Chun-Ying Chen, MD, who joined Northwell Health in 2018 as a radiation oncologist, is vice chair for radiation medicine quality and safety, as well as an assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.He first became interested in medicine, and oncology specifically, when an aunt who had been in remission from cancer passed away when he was in middle school. "Knowing that someone could be told they're cancer-free and then seeing it come back later was very striking to me," he says. "From that point on, I wanted to go into oncology to make a difference for people like my aunt."
After graduating from NYU Grossman School of Medicine and then acting as chief resident at University Hospitals of Cleveland, Dr. Chen chose radiation oncology as his specialty, as it combined patient interaction with cutting-edge treatment.
"With radiation, we are always looking ahead toward improvement, and I enjoy that pace of advancement," he says. "We have the ability to deliver accurate, safe treatments and Northwell prides itself on keeping up with innovation in the field."
For example, a recent development with surface-guided radiation therapy is the ability to deliver treatments without the traditional tattoo marks needed for standard radiation.
"This might seem like a small thing, not having those tattoos, but it's a big emotional impact for patients," says Dr. Chen. "They're not carrying around the reminder of their disease, and that translates to a better quality of life after therapy."
Being able to work in a collaborative environment and be an active investigator for clinical trials are also ways that Dr. Chen deepens his commitment to patient outcomes. Another aspect of care he appreciates is being able to provide comfort and education to patients, especially because many who see him for the first time tend to be nervous about what's ahead.
"Unfortunately, many folks come in afraid of radiation and treatment, because they've heard or read horror stories," he says. "By giving them an understanding of the next steps, it takes away that uncertainty. They realize it isn't scary, but instead is a highly effective treatment."
Primary Specialty
Radiation Oncologist
Practice
Northwell Health Radiation Oncology
Gender
Male
Certification
American Board of Radiology/Radiation Oncology
Not Accepting New Patients
Insurances Accepted
1199 SEIU, Aetna, Affinity by Molina Healthcare, AmidaCare, CenterLight, Centers Plan for Healthy Living, Cigna, Elderplan, EmblemHealth (HIP), Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Empire Healthplus, Fidelis, Hamaspik, Healthfirst, HealthSmart, Humana, Humana Military (Tricare), Longevity Health Plan, MagnaCare, Medicaid, Medicare, MVP, Northwell Direct, NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP), Oxford, Partners Health Plan, Railroad Medicare, Senior Whole Health, United Healthcare, US Family Health Plan, VillageCareMax, VNS Choice, WellCare
Degrees
Medical Doctor
Admitting Hospitals
Northern Westchester Hospital, Staten Island University Hospital, Phelps Hospital, North Shore University Hospital Syosset, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Hofstra/Northwell School of Medicine/Nursing, Lenox Hill Hospital, Peconic Bay Medical Center, Huntington Hospital, North Shore University Hospital, South Shore University Hospital
Office Name
Northwell Health Radiation Oncology
Languages
Mandarin
Services
William Chen provides radiation oncology in Bay Shore, NY. A Radiation Oncologist is an oncologist who treats cancer using radiation therapy.
Please call William Chen at (855) 927-6622 to schedule an appointment in Bay Shore, NY or to get more information.
Please call William Chen at (855) 927-6622 to schedule an appointment in Bay Shore, NY or to get more information.
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