Summary

I am a pediatric oncologist who specializes in caring for children with solid tumors, especially neuroblastoma, Wilms' and other kidney tumors, and liver tumors such hepatoblastoma and hepatocellular carcinoma. I serve as chief of the Division of Hematology, Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital.

I treat children of all ages, from infants to young adults. Some of the cancers I treat are rare (liver tumors account for one to two percent of childhood cancers), but they can be very complex and require a multidisciplinary approach so patients have the best outcomes. I enjoy working as part of a team of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, child life specialists, and other dedicated professionals who care deeply about our patients and provide care with compassion and comfort.

I also conduct basic science research. The latest advances in tumor genetics and the design of innovative therapies make this a very exciting time for cancer research. My team and I have done extensive research on the genetics of hepatoblastoma. We have developed mouse models of this disease and are entering a new phase where we are offering a personalized/precision medicine approach to children with this disease. We are also identifying novel genes that specifically target neuroblastoma—information that may be used to create targeted therapies.
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Office Location

CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

161 Fort Washington AveNew York, NY 10032

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 37 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • New York University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Darrell J. Yamashiro

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Amida Care
  • Cigna
  • ElderServe
  • Emblem/GHI
  • Emblem/Hip
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthplus
  • Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care
  • Healthfirst
  • Healthspring (Cigna Medicare)
  • Local 1199
  • Magnacare (National)
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan
  • MVP Health Care
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • VNSNY CHOICE
  • Wellcare
  • World Trade Center Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Darrell J. Yamashiro has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Darrell J. Yamashiro has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Hepatoblastoma
  • Internist/pediatrician
  • Leukemia
  • Neuroblastoma
  • Pediatric Hematology & Oncology
  • Wilms Tumor

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

New York University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

Other Providers at NewYork-Presbyterian

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Where is Dr. Darrell Yamashiro's office located?
Dr. Darrell Yamashiro's office is located at 161 Fort Washington Ave, New York, NY, 10032.
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Dr. Darrell Yamashiro is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
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