Walter Choi, MD Joins New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the Nation’s leading oncology practices, is pleased to announce the addition of board-certified Radiation Oncologist Dr. Walter Choi. Dr. Choi will practice at 92-37 Metropolitan Ave., Forest Hills 11375.
“Dr. Choi brings extraordinary value to our world-class team of radiation oncologists,” said Jeff Vacirca, MD, CEO of NYCBS. “We are thrilled to welcome him to the practice and the Forest Hills community.”
Dr. Walter Choi is highly regarded for his expertise in the field of targeted radiotherapy, including stereotactic radiosurgery, stereotactic body radiotherapy, and brachytherapy, with a particular interest in the treatment of cancers of the lung, prostate, breast, gastrointestinal system, central nervous system, as well as tumors of the eye and orbit.
“As an oncologist, I recognize that patients entrust us with some of their most vulnerable moments. It's crucial to prioritize the patient's comfort and assurance,” Dr. Choi said. “This involves transparent communication about treatment goals, collaborative formulation of a treatment plan, and a team dedicated to kindness, empathy, and respect."
Dr. Choi received his medical degree from SUNY Downstate College of Medicine in Brooklyn. After a medical internship at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, he returned to complete a residency in Radiation Oncology at SUNY Downstate, where he served as Chief Resident. Subsequently, he completed fellowships in stereotactic radiosurgery and brachytherapy at Beth Israel/Roosevelt Hospital and Montefiore Medical Center.
Dr. Choi is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Society for Radiation Oncology, the American Brachytherapy Society, the Korean American Society for Radiation Oncology, the New York Roentgen Society, the Connective Tissue Oncology Society, and the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer.
To make an appointment with Dr. Choi, please call 646-582-2101.