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Dr. Jean Bustamante-Alvarez

Medical Oncology & Hematology

Dr. Bustamante-Alvarez is a board-certified oncologist-hematologist with extensive expertise in molecular oncology and caring for patients with various types of malignancies. With a focus on thoracic oncology, including small cell lung cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, Mesothelioma, and thymic malignancies, he uses a comprehensive approach that incorporates immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and diverse chemotherapy regimens to provide optimal treatment outcomes. Dr. Bustamante-Alvarez also specializes in managing benign and malignant blood disorders, with particular emphasis on thrombosis, myeloproliferative neoplasms, and autoimmune cytopenias.

Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Bustamante-Alvarez is actively engaged in groundbreaking research, concentrating on genomics and circulating tumor DNA. His work has been published in esteemed journals, encompassing review articles and original research in cell-free DNA in thoracic oncology. As a principal investigator and co-investigator, he leads and collaborates on several interventional clinical trials, focusing on small-cell lung cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Mesothelioma within the field of thoracic oncology. Additionally, Dr. Bustamante contributes to research endeavors centered around biomarkers, exploring their potential impact on improving patient outcomes.

Dr. Bustamante-Alvarez received his Doctor of Medicine from the Central University of Venezuela and a Molecular Oncology Master’s in the Bioscience Studies Center and CNIO from the National Cancer Research Center in Madrid, Spain. He served as Chief Resident during his Internal Medicine Residency Program at Albert Einstein Medical Center. He completed a Hematology and Oncology Fellowship at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and James Cancer Center, where he also served as a Chief Fellow. Dr. Bustamante-Alvarez is an Assistant Professor at West Virginia University Cancer Institute and served as the West Virginia University Cancer Institute’s Medical Director of the Clinical Trials Research Unit.

Dr. Bustamante-Alvarez recently authored an article in the New England Journal of Medicine. Read Here.

Credentials:  MD
Education & Training
   Residency:    Albert Einstein Medical Center
    Medical School:    Central University of Venezuela


Lenox Hill Hospital
Long Island Jewish Forest Hills
Long Island Jewish Valley Stream
NSLIJ-New Hyde Park
NYU Winthrop
North Shore University Hospital - Manhasset
Plainview Hospital
St. John's Episcopal Hospital

Patient Reviews

  • "Minimal wait times with clean environment. Labs fine on site with immediate results. Dr. Bustamante was thorough, great bedside manner and was reassuring. Highly recommend"
      from Denia 5.0 Stars - (2024-11-21)
  • "The doctor was very patient very understanding and he helped me in my time of need. I really appreciated that and look forward to continuing to be a patient of his. He is exactly what you want in A healthcare professional."
      from sherise 5.0 Stars - (2024-11-07)
  • "Very short wait and professionalism."
      from Kenneth 5.0 Stars - (2024-11-05)
  • "Excellent service. My appointment was observed on time. Great reception area, very courteous. Physican listened to my concerns, addressed them. Provided insight and theories. Highly recommended."
      from Mitchell 5.0 Stars - (2024-11-05)
  • "Dr.Bustamante was very kind and polite. The visit lasted about 3 minutes. I spent more time answering questions to the assistant (who was very professional and thorough) and getting my blood work done (I hope you don’t get the same nurse I got because she butchered my arm terribly)."
      from Elena 3.0 Stars - (2024-11-01)
  • "Very personable and professional. We look forward to our next visit."
      from Nerissa-Marisol 5.0 Stars - (2024-10-30)
  • "Great experience until next time"
      from Nelly 5.0 Stars - (2024-10-25)
  • "I believe Dr. Bustamante-Alvarez has poor bedside manners. He never came in to greet me nor to discuss my concerns or updates. This was not the first time he’s done this but Julie whom I spoke with was very pleasant. However, she is not the physician my insurance is paying for me to see."
      from Jay 1.0 Stars - (2024-10-19)
  • "My visit was good"
      from Joann 5.0 Stars - (2024-10-12)
  • "I've been going to NY Cancer & Blood Specialits for years. Love my Dr.'s and how they take good care of me. Highly recommend Dr. Bustamante and his team. Great doctor."
      from Delilah 5.0 Stars - (2024-10-02)