Surgical Oncology
Dr. Dwight C. De Risi is Long Island’s leading surgical oncologist, specializing in diseases of the breast. He has been in private practice for nearly 35 years, 10 of which were as the Chief of the Breast Service at ProHEALTH Care Associates before joining NY Breast Health. He attended Seton Hall University, received his doctorate from Georgetown University School of Medicine, and completed his four-year surgical residency and one-year chief-ship training at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, NY. In addition, he completed a one-year fellowship in Pathology at Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, NY. He obtained his board certification in general surgery.
Through his years in private practice, Dr. De Risi has remained a leader in his field by introducing and popularizing cutting-edge surgical and diagnostic techniques. Some of these have included mastectomy with immediate reconstruction, partial mastectomy with oncologic plastic reconstruction, lumpectomy with sentinel lymph node biopsy, skin and nipple-sparing mastectomy, ductal lavage, MRI of the breasts, accelerated breast brachytherapy, the HALO procedure for evaluation of nipple duct fluid, and cryoablation of tumors.
Dr. De Risi is a member of many prestigious organizations including the American College of Surgeons, The American Medical Association, The Society of Surgical Oncology, The American Society of Clinical Oncology, and The American Society of Breast Disease. Dr. De Risi has been recognized and honored for his accomplishments by several organizations including the Sass Foundation for Medical Research, The Beth C. Tortolani Breast Cancer Foundation, The New York College for Wholistic Health, Education and Research, Glen Cove CARES, Lean On Me Breast Cancer Network Inc., the prestigious Networking Magazine’s, Man of the Year David Awards, NOW (Nassau Organization for Women), and North Shore University Hospital at Glen Cove. In addition, Dr. De Risi received the Gay Stoddard Award from the Susan G. Komen of Greater New York, the National Congressional Committee Leadership Award, and was presented with the Honorary Co-Chairman President’s Advisory Board Award. Most recently Dr. De Risi was honored by the American Cancer Society as an outstanding community leader in his field of expertise.
He attributes his continued success to the love, understanding, and support from his wife Donna, and his four children Darren, Drew, Dara, and Deirdre. The greatest joy in his life is his family. He is a proud grandfather. His goal is, “to help rid the world of this dreaded disease called breast cancer,” which he believes will be a reality in the not so distant future.
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| St. Francis Hospital |
Patient Reviews
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"Dr. DeRisi is the absolute best. Not only is he a brilliant surgeon, he is also kind, compassionate and patient. I'm blessed to have him as my doctor."
from Marion 5.0 Stars - (2024-10-05) -
"Always a pleasurable visit with Dr DeRisi. Takes his time to explain everything to you and answers all questions g your questions and concerns. Thank you Dr DeRisi and your wonderful staff."
from Roxanne 5.0 Stars - (2024-10-04) -
"Dr. DeRisi, his nurse practioners, medical assistants, and office staff are caring, compassionate, and efficient professionals. I have been under this doctor’s care for many years and highly recommend him. Wouldn’t think of going elsewhere!"
from Brigid 5.0 Stars - (2024-10-02) -
"As always,Dr. DeRisi was great. Very thorough and always takes his time to answer any questions."
from michael 5.0 Stars - (2024-10-01) -
"Dr. DeRisi was the kindest doctor I've ever come across . He literally saved my life."
from Sally 5.0 Stars - (2024-09-24) -
"I’ve been a patient of Dr. DeRisi’s for many years and continue to feel that I am in the best of care with him! Along with the doctor, Judith is so pleasant and makes you feel extremely comfortable. Lastly, in an office such as this, no matter the reason, Jenna at the front desk is very kind and patrient!"
from Babette 5.0 Stars - (2024-09-13) -
"I took off from work went to my appt I got their at 1:30 my appt was not till 2:15 but I waited I was called in at 2:15 and never seen by Dr Detisi . That has never happen to me all the years I gave her. His patient and the nursing staff said just resch her no big deal . I was very upset that she thought it was ok for me to wait till 3:30 and never was seen . He’s a great Dr but I won’t go back to him again . It was embarrassing and to be treated like that was worst. Yes I had breast cancer and he has been my Dr since 2017. I will find another breast surgeon. Thank you
Cathie Rodriguez Russo was my married name"
from Cathie 1.0 Stars - (2024-09-13) -
"Very professional and reassuring."
from Lynn 5.0 Stars - (2024-09-10) -
"Worst experience ive ever had with a doctor. Waited 2.5hrs to be seem, and they laughed saying a 2hr wait is a good day for them. So disrespectful. The doctor asked inappropriate questions, and prescribed me an incorrect dose of antibiotics. I would give 0 stars if i could."
from Olivia 1.0 Stars - (2024-09-06) -
"Dr. DeRisi cares for his patients. His devotion is genuine, there should be more doctors like him."
from Cristina 5.0 Stars - (2024-09-04)