Summary

Dr. Despina Siolas received her Bachelor of Science with summa cum laude honors from St. John’s University. She attended medical school at Stony Brook University, where she was awarded the prestigious E-Trade Financial Scholarship from the Hellenic Medical Society of New York. In addition to her MD degree, Dr. Siolas is the recipient of a Doctor of Philosophy in Genetics from the State University of New York at Stony Brook for studies she conducted in the lab of Greg Hannon PhD, Howard Hughes Medical Institute Professor, at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. She completed her internal medicine residency training and hematology/oncology fellowship at NYU Langone Health. In addition to treating patients, Dr. Siolas conducts research on cancer genes that influence the immune microenvironment using preclinical models of pancreatic cancer and colon cancer. She has authored numerous publications and has received a prestigious Mentored Clinical Scientist Research Career Development Award (K08) from the National Institute of Health. She is a member of the American Society for Clinical Oncology, the American Association for Cancer Research, and American Medical Association, and Hellenic Medical Society.
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Office Location

Gastrointestinal (GI) Oncology

1305 York Ave # 12New York, NY 10021

Quick Facts

  • 3.4
  • 16 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Despina Siolas

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - NYP
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield Healthplus
  • GHI
  • Health Insurance Plan of NY (HIP)
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • United Healthcare
  • VNSNY CHOICE

Medical Specialties

Dr. Despina Siolas has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Despina Siolas has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Hematologist
  • Hematology/oncology
  • Internal Medicine
  • Medical Oncology
  • Oncologist

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook UniversityGraduated in 2010

Other Providers at NewYork-Presbyterian

Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Despina Siolas speak?
Dr. Despina Siolas speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Despina Siolas affiliated with?
Dr. Despina Siolas is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
Is Dr. Despina Siolas accepting new patients?
Dr. Despina Siolas has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Despina Siolas accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Despina Siolas accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Despina Siolas's office located?
Dr. Despina Siolas's office is located at 1305 York Ave # 12, New York, NY, 10021.

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