Summary

Dr. James Nitzkorski is a surgical oncologist with 22 years of experience specializing in cancer surgery. He earned his medical degree from State University of New York at Buffalo and completed his residency at St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital Center in 2009. Dr. Nitzkorski furthered his training with a fellowship at Fox Chase Cancer Center in 2011, gaining specialized expertise in surgical oncology. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Nitzkorski practices at Nuvance Health Medical Practice in Poughkeepsie, New York, and maintains hospital affiliations with Temple University Hospital Jeanes Campus. His clinical focus centers on treating colorectal cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, and rectal cancer. He provides comprehensive cancer care including intravenous therapy, home infusion therapy, and infusion clinic services. Patients have given Dr. Nitzkorski an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 22 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Fox Chase Cancer Center
  • 13 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Nuvance Health Medical Practice - Surgical Oncology Poughkeepsie (Fox St.)

7 Fox St # 2Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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22 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Italian Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks Spanish, English
Poughkeepsie , NYFishkill , NYHopewell Junction , NYTampa , FL
Med School: State University of New York at Buffalo Med School: State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James R. Nitzkorski

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Capital District Physicians Health Plan"
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • Coventry-Aetna
  • Emblem Health
  • EmblemHealth "
  • Empire BlueCross Blue Shield
  • Empire Health Plan
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care
  • Hamaspik
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid Connecticut
  • Medicaid New York
  • Medicare New York
  • Medicare Railroad
  • Multiplan Inc
  • MVP Health Care
  • New York Workers Compensation
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Tricare Humana Military
  • United Healthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

James R. Nitzkorski has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

James R. Nitzkorski has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Laproscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Melanoma
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Surgical Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

James R. Nitzkorski holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Fox Chase Cancer Center in 2011.

Residency

Completed their residency at St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital Center in 2009.

Medical School

Graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 2004.

NPI Number

James R. Nitzkorski's NPI number is 1245471986.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is James Nitzkorski's office located?
James Nitzkorski's office is located at 7 Fox St # 2, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601.
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Which hospitals is James Nitzkorski affiliated with?
James Nitzkorski is affiliated with Temple University Hospital Jeanes Campus.

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