Summary

I am a pediatric oncologist who treats children and young adults with leukemias and refractory solid tumors. In particular, I am interested in developing treatments that maximize the success of currently available therapies and devising new therapies that are precise, curative, and safe.

Office Location

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

1275 York AveNew York, NY 10065
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 20 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Russian, English
  • Boston Childrens Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 4 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alex Kentsis

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage (City of NY retirees only starting 9/1/23)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield New York
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield states outside of NY/NJ
  • Blue Cross Health Plus
  • Carrum Health
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • Emblem
  • Emblem Essential
  • Emblem Medicare Advantage
  • Empire Blue Cross Medicare Advantage
  • Empire Essential
  • Empire Plan / NYSHIP (Blue Cross/UnitedHealthcare split plan)
  • Fidelis
  • Fidelis Managed Medicaid & HARP
  • Fidelis Medicare Advantage
  • First Health
  • Healthfirst
  • Healthfirst Managed Medicaid
  • Healthfirst Medicare Advantage
  • HealthSmart
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (HMO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (PPO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier I (EPO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier II (EPO)
  • Horizon Medicare Advantage
  • Husky CT Medicaid
  • MagnaCare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alex Kentsis has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alex Kentsis has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Check-up
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Immunization
  • Internist/pediatrician
  • Leukemia
  • Oncologist
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Pediatric Hematology & Oncology
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Boston Childrens Hospital2012
Dana Farber Cancer Institute2012

Residency

Boston Childrens Hospital2008

Medical School

Mount Sinai School of MedicineGraduated in 2006

Other Providers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alex Kentsis?
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Does Dr. Alex Kentsis accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Alex Kentsis affiliated with?
Dr. Alex Kentsis is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
Where is Dr. Alex Kentsis's office located?
Dr. Alex Kentsis's office is located at 1275 York Ave, New York, NY, 10065.
Does Dr. Alex Kentsis accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Alex Kentsis accepts on their Vitals profile.

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