Acute Kidney Infection near Jackson Heights, NY

Care Philosophy: Urologic oncology is a multidisciplinary field that incorporates innovative surgical technology, systemic treatments such as chemotherapy as well as a focused research effort. As a Professor of Urology and the Clinical Director of Urologic Oncology I continually interact with colleagues in areas of medical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology among others in order to provide the most comprehensive and innovative care for our patients with prostate, bladder, kidney and testicular cancer. Advances in robotic technology along with scientific progress in our precision medicine program have allowed us to direct therapy in unprecedented ways. As a leader in this area I look forward to continued advances in this exciting and challenging field.

Biography: Michael J. Amirian, MD, a urologic surgeon, is an assistant professor of clinical urology at Weill Cornell Medicine and an attending surgeon in the division of urology at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens. He is board certified in urology and urologic surgery and has advanced training in stone disease, voiding dysfunction, and robotic surgery.Dr. Amirian has been practicing for more than nine years, providing medical and surgical treatment for conditions, including kidney stones, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and erectile dysfunction. He is a dedicated physician and utilizes the latest technology to deliver high quality and personalized care to his patients. He delivers lectures and presentations on medical urology ans surgical procedures and has published book chapters, abstracts, and research in an array of national and international medical journals.Dr. Amirian earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate College of Medicine and completed his general surgery residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. He remained there to complete his residency in urologic surgery, where he was named Chief Resident in his final year. He is interested in international medicine and volunteerism and was selected to travel to Ghana as a resident scholar to help establish a surgical workshop.Dr. Amirian is fluent in English and Farsi.

Care Philosophy: My goal is to provide comprehensive urologic care for men and women with compassion and honesty. Each patient will receive all the time and expertise necessary for their understanding of the problem. All questions will be answered to their satisfaction.

Biography: Dr. Nikhil Waingankar, MD is an Urology Specialist who practices in Astoria, NY. He is 44 years old and has been practicing for 17 years. Dr. Nikhil Waingankar, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Queens.

Care Philosophy: She enjoys working to improve her patients' health and quality of life. She also finds teaching the next generation of physicians, surgeons, and medical students extremely rewarding.

Biography: Dr. Philippa Cheetham, MD is an Urology Specialist who practices in Rego Park, NY. She has been practicing for 29 years. Dr. Philippa Cheetham, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital.

Care Philosophy: I understand the emotional burden that diagnosis of cancer can have on the patient and family members. I always would treat my patients as I would treatment my own family and friends. I understand quality of life is superbly important and would personalize treatment for each patient through extensive discussions and effective communication.

Biography: Dr. Michael Palese, MD is an Urology Specialist who practices in New York, NY. He is 54 years old and has been practicing for 28 years. Dr. Michael Palese, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Morningside, Mount Sinai Brooklyn and Mount Sinai Hospital.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Jonathan T Lin, MD is a Doctor primarily located in New York, NY. His specialties include Nephrology. He speaks English.

Care Philosophy: We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person.

Care Philosophy: As a nephrologist, I strive to provide excellent care to patients with kidney disease as well as kidney transplant recipients. I also conduct research on characterizing the relationship of the microbiome and complications in patients with kidney disease and kidney transplant recipients. My work is currently funded by an NIH K23 career development award, an NIH R21 exploratory/development award, and a National Kidney Foundation Young Investigator Research Grant. I am also heavily involved in mentoring and training future nephrologists, allowing me to keep up-to-date on the latest treatments and to apply the latest medical advances to my patients.

Biography: Dr. Barbara Chubak is an Associate Professor in the Department of Urology at Weill Cornell Medicine and an Attending urologist at New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. In addition to providing general urologic care, she specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of sexual dysfunction for all patients, regardless of sex, gender, orientation, or congenital condition. She is particularly committed to addressing the sexual health needs of women and other populations who have been historically marginalized and underserved, while also attending to the voiding dysfunctions and pain syndromes with which they are frequently comorbid. Dr. Chubak received her medical degree from Johns Hopkins, while also earning a master's degree in the history of medicine. Her residency training at Montefiore Medical Center Albert Einstein College of Medicine was bracketed by fellowships in bioethics and sexual medicine at the Cleveland Clinic. She is certified in prosthetic surgery by the Sexual Medicine Society of North America and in vulvoscopy by the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health. Informed by these various academic disciplines, Dr. Chubak is committed to providing safe, effective, and patient-empowering medical and surgical care.