Summary

Dr. Metin Taskin is a board-certified physician specializing in hematology and pathology with nearly four decades of experience in the field. He earned his medical degree from Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi and completed his residency training at New York University. Throughout his extensive 39-year career, Dr. Taskin has developed expertise in diagnosing blood disorders and examining tissue samples to help guide patient treatment decisions. He is fluent in both English and Russian, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Taskin maintains affiliations with The Valley Hospital and practices at multiple locations including Ridgewood, New Jersey and New York, New York. His clinical focus includes evaluating colon polyps and diagnosing various forms of breast cancer, including metastatic cases. He performs specialized pathology tests and surgical pathology examinations that help other physicians determine the best treatment approaches for their patients. Dr. Taskin also conducts kidney transplant biopsies, which are critical evaluations that help ensure successful organ transplant outcomes.
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Quick Facts

  • 39 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Russian
  • New York University
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Metin Taskin has 3 locations

Ridgewood Pathology Group

223 N Van Dien AveRidgewood, NJ 07450
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SunClosed

Lenox Hill Hospital

100 E 77th StNew York, NY 10075

The Valley Hospital

4 Valley Health PlzParamus, NJ 07652

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39 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Russian Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English, French, Chinese, German
Ridgewood , NJNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Hacettepe University Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Government Medical College Patiala Med School: Lady Hardinge Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Metin Taskin

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Metin Taskin has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Metin Taskin has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Blood Testing
  • Fluid Testing
  • Glandular Cancer (Adenocarcinoma)
  • Pathology
  • Tissue Biopsy
  • Uterine Cancer (Endometrial Neoplasm)

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. Metin Taskin holds an active medical license in the states of New York and New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York University.

Medical School

Graduated from Hacettepe University and Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Taskin's NPI number is 1518032820.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Metin Taskin's office located?
Dr. Metin Taskin's office is located at 223 N Van Dien Ave, Ridgewood, NJ, 07450.
Does Dr. Metin Taskin accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Metin Taskin accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Metin Taskin accepting new patients?
Dr. Metin Taskin has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Metin Taskin affiliated with?
Dr. Metin Taskin is affiliated with The Valley Hospital.
Does Dr. Metin Taskin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Metin Taskin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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