4.8
5 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Lea Baer is a medical oncologist with 27 years of experience treating patients with cancer. She earned her medical degree from The Hebrew University Hadassah Medical School and completed her residency at the same institution in 2006. Dr. Baer furthered her training with an internship at Bikur Holim Hospital in 1996, followed by additional residency training at Stony Brook University Medical Center in 2011, and a fellowship at Columbia University Medical Center in 2014. She speaks both English and Hebrew.
Dr. Baer practices at Stony Brook University Hospital in Stony Brook, New York. Her expertise focuses on comprehensive cancer care and medical oncology treatment approaches. She performs diagnostic blood work including complete blood counts and specialized laboratory tests to monitor patient health during treatment. Patients rate her an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in her care and expertise.
Dr. Baer practices at Stony Brook University Hospital in Stony Brook, New York. Her expertise focuses on comprehensive cancer care and medical oncology treatment approaches. She performs diagnostic blood work including complete blood counts and specialized laboratory tests to monitor patient health during treatment. Patients rate her an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in her care and expertise.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 27 years of experience
- 26 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Hebrew
- Columbia University Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Lea Baer, MD | Sarah J. Schweber, MD | Prioty Islam, MD | Maximilian Merz, MD |
| Oncology | Oncology | Oncology | Oncology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 27 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Hebrew | Speaks English | Speaks English, Bengali | Speaks English |
| Stony Brook , NY | Commack , NY | Commack , NY | Commack , NY |
| Med School: The Hebrew University Hadassah Medical School | Med School: SUNY Downstate College of Medicine | Med School: University of Pennsylvania | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Lea Baer
Medical Specialties
Lea Baer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Lea Baer has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
27 Years Experience
Lea Baer holds an active medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Columbia University Medical Center in 2014.
Residency
Completed their residency at Stony Brook University Medical Center in 2011 and The Hebrew University Hadassah Medical School in 2006.
Internship
Completed their internship at Bikur Holim Hospital in 1996.
Medical School
Graduated from The Hebrew University Hadassah Medical School in 1999.
NPI Number
Lea Baer's NPI number is 1609037514.
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- Lea Baer is affiliated with STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL.
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