Park Slope
Welcome aboard
Standing O has put out the welcome mat for Dr. Alan Astrow, who has joined New York Methodist Hospital (NYM) as chief of hematology and medical oncology. Nationally recognized and board-certified in internal medicine, medical oncology, and hematology, Dr. Astrow is a specialist in treatment for a variety of cancers, particularly breast cancer and gynecologic cancers.
“Hematology-medical oncology is a field where you really get to know your patients — you are with them for the ‘long haul,’ ” said the physician, who is responsible for services pertaining to all non-surgical and non-radiologic treatments for cancer.
His arrival is a dose of cheer for his colleagues.
“We are thrilled that Dr. Astrow has joined the lineup of expert medical oncologists,” said Dr. Sebron Harrison, chief of thoracic surgery.
Dr. Stephen Peterson, chairman of the Internal Medicine added, “We’re proud to have him leading our medical oncology services.”
Standing O is proud, too — welcome, aboard, doc.
New York Methodist Hospital [506 Sixth St. at Seventh Avenue in Park Slope, (718) 780–3000].