Summary

I am a pediatric oncologist who specializes in the treatment of children and young adults with neuroblastoma and other solid tumors, such as desmoplastic small round cell tumors. These are challenging cancers to treat. By caring for patients and conducting research, I hope to be able make an impact and improve the lives of people diagnosed with these diseases.

Office Location

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 35 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
  • 1 written review
  • 4 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 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. Shakeel Modak

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage (City of NY retirees only starting 9/1/23)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield New York
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield states outside of NY/NJ
  • Blue Cross Health Plus
  • Carrum Health
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • Emblem
  • Emblem Essential
  • Emblem Medicare Advantage
  • Empire Blue Cross Medicare Advantage
  • Empire Essential
  • Empire Plan / NYSHIP (Blue Cross/UnitedHealthcare split plan)
  • Fidelis
  • Fidelis Managed Medicaid & HARP
  • Fidelis Medicare Advantage
  • First Health
  • Healthfirst
  • Healthfirst Managed Medicaid
  • Healthfirst Medicare Advantage
  • HealthSmart
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (HMO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (PPO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier I (EPO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier II (EPO)
  • Horizon Medicare Advantage
  • Husky CT Medicaid
  • MagnaCare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Shakeel Modak has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Shakeel Modak has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Biological Therapy (Immunotherapy)
  • Cancer
  • Check-up
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Epidemiology
  • Immune System Disorders
  • Immunization
  • Internist/pediatrician
  • Leukemia
  • Neuroblastoma
  • Oncologist
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Pediatric Hematology & Oncology
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center1999

Residency

Blank Childrens Hospital1996
Royal Marsden Hospital1995
Birmingham Childrens Hospital1993
Whittington Hospital1993
Farnborough Hospital1992
BYL Nair Charitable Hospital1991
Kasturba Hospital1991

Medical School

Topiwala National Medical CollegeGraduated in 1991

Other Providers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer

Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Shakeel Modak speak?
Dr. Shakeel Modak speaks English.
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Where is Dr. Shakeel Modak's office located?
Dr. Shakeel Modak's office is located at 1275 York Ave, New York, NY, 10065.
Does Dr. Shakeel Modak accept my insurance?
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