Dr. Rocco F. Caruso, MD | Lake Ronkonkoma, NY | Oncologist

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Dr. Rocco Caruso is an oncologist who brings nearly five decades of cancer care experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and has dedicated 47 years to helping patients navigate cancer treatment. Dr. Caruso provides care in English for his patients throughout the Long Island area.

Dr. Caruso maintains hospital privileges at Saint Charles Hospital and practices at multiple locations in Lake Ronkonkoma and Smithtown, New York. He specializes in treating breast cancer and various forms of anemia, including iron deficiency anemia. His expertise includes performing comprehensive blood work such as complete blood counts and white blood cell differentials to monitor patient health throughout treatment. Patients consistently rate Dr. Caruso highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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4.6

56 Ratings
47 years of experience
49 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
23 written reviews
1 specialty
1 area of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
Male

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I was referred to Dr Caruso by another dr. He always greets you with a smile. He makes you feel comfortable and explains everything. Very compassionate and very thorough. I highly recommend him.

August 9th, 2019

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I was referred to Dr Caruso by another dr. He always greets you with a smile. He makes you feel comfortable and explains everything. Very compassionate and very thorough. I highly recommend him.

August 9th, 2019

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I’ve never written a review before, but I feel like in this case it’s the right thing to do. I was referred to Dr Caruso for routine blood work and he was outstanding. Extremely knowledgeable, fantastic bedside manner, and made me feel totally at ease. I wholeheartedly recommend him.

July 19th, 2019

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I was recommended to Dr. Caruso for some necessary blood work. I cannot state enough what an amazing doctor he is. My appointment lasted far longer than I thought because the Dr. not only gave me a thorough exam but he explained everything to me in laymen's terms. He calmed my fears, informed me of the whys and why nots and I left his office knowing that everything was going to be ok. I never make recommendations but in this case I wholeheartedly recommend this doctor.

June 7th, 2019

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I went to dr carusos being treated for advanced prostate cancer, I liked him the second I met him ,and his staff make you feel comfortable, with the help of God and dr Caruso, I can put this chapter behind me

February 22nd, 2019

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Dr. Caruso is a kind, compassionate doctor who spends the time to listen to concerns of his patients. I cannot say enough about him and only wish all my doctors cared they why he does.

December 20th, 2017

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I have been a patient of Dr. Caruso for 15 years. His bedside manner has always been comforting and professional. I have always trusted his choices of treatment. He sees his patient as an integral part of the treatment team. His new team associated with NSHOA is exemplary. There is a young lady there, Shannon who was so kind and comforting when I was given the news that the breast cancer I had 14 years ago had now matastised. She helped me see the forest through the trees when I was so emotionally weakened. It's a great place for treatment when you have to rely on a doctor and his team for the rest of your life.

November 21st, 2017

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Dr. Caruso was both my mother's and my Hematologist. The nicest, caring and very knowledgeable doctor.

October 25th, 2017

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Dr Caruso is truly one of a kind, he listens, is empathetic, professional and is a truly wonderful great doctor, I wouldn't trade him for anything!!! Love him and staff!!!!

August 4th, 2017

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Always a greeting, a positive smile a professional examination and a complete explanation.

March 21st, 2017

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501 Hawkins AveLake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

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Saint Catherine Of Siena Medical Center

50 Route 25aSmithtown, NY 11787

Tel: (631) 862-3000

Smithtown Medical Oncology Terry Rd

119 TERRY RDSMITHTOWN, NY 11787

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Smithtown Medical Oncology

48 Route 25A Ste 102Smithtown, NY 11787

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Dr. Rocco F Caruso, MD	Dr. Prioty Islam, MD	Dr. Maximilian Merz, MD	Dr. Avni Desai, MD
Oncology	Oncology	Oncology	Oncology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (56 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	2.7 (6 Ratings)
47 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience		22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English, Bengali	Speaks English	Speaks English
Lake Ronkonkoma , NY	Commack , NY	Commack , NY	Commack , NY
Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania	Med School: University of Pennsylvania		Med School: Tufts University School of Medicine
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

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Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of PennsylvaniaGraduated in 1979

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