Hematology/Oncology Associates of Central New York

11/07/2025

Today we are proud to recognize the amazing work of our PhD Medical Physicists - Dr. Sepideh Behinaien, Dr. Richard Gatenby and Dr. Kenji Myint - experts whose advanced training and skills make a meaningful difference in our patients’ care.

They play a vital role in keeping our patients safe and treatments precise, ensuring every radiation therapy plan, including radiopharmaceuticals, delivers effective doses while protecting healthy tissue. Their dedication and scientific excellence help us provide the highest quality cancer care close to home.

Please join us in celebrating our incredible team. We thank you for your expertise and caring!

11/07/2025

Since November is National Caregivers Month, the Community Oncology Alliance Patient Advocacy Network (CPAN) is celebrating caregivers and raising awareness of the support they need during the monthly CPAN Advocacy Chat on Wednesday, November 12 at 12 p.m. ET.

Host Rose Ge**er, MS, will be joined by Darcie Champagne Wells, the president and CEO of CanCare, a nonprofit that provides support for caregivers of patients with cancer. Rose and Darcie will discuss their various perspectives on caregivers: Rose as a former patient and current director of a patient-centered advocacy network, and Darcie as the head of a national organization caring for the caregivers and as a three-time caregiver herself. They will also discuss resources available to help caregivers emotionally, mentally, and materially as they support their loved ones.

Register here: coacancer.zoom.us/webinar/register/4017617662469/WN_dUU7s04NQyS66TNuhhHzgQ #/registration

11/06/2025

For more information: hoacny.com/our-services/cancers-we-treat/lung-cancer

11/04/2025

Calling All Nurses and Advanced Practice Providers - You're invited to join us for a special Open House!

📅 Friday, November 14
🕓 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
📍 5008 Brittonfield Parkway, East Syracuse
🔗Please Register in Advance: tinyurl.com/HOANov14OpenHouse

Meet our clinical leaders and care teams, explore what makes community-based cancer care so meaningful, and discover career opportunities where you can truly make a difference in patients’ lives every single day.

Whether you’re an experienced nurse or advanced practice provider, or a student exploring your next step, we’d love to meet you!

11/04/2025

November is National Family Caregivers Month, and we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the family caregivers who give so much of themselves in support of their loved ones.

We hope you will take time to care for yourself, including using some of the resources pictured here from NFCmonth.org - especially the webinar seriescaregiveraction.org/nfc2025-connect/

Please know that we see your compassion, your strength, and your tireless dedication every day. You are an essential part of the care team—and we thank you for the love and comfort you bring to our patients!

11/03/2025

Thank you to NewsChannel 9 and Kendra Broddus for highlighting this important event we are sponsoring with CRA Medical Imaging on Saturday, Nov. 8 from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Call 315-472-7504, extension 1301 for an appointment.

CAMILLUS, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Deborah Young got a lung cancer scan on a whim, not expecting the call that followed to tell her she had a spot on her lung. “It was only like 1.8 centimeters…

11/03/2025

It’s National Radiologic Technology Week, and we are celebrating the skilled professionals behind the scans and treatments that guide and provide cancer care!

As part of the “Kaleidoscope of Radiologic Technology” …
- Our CT Technologists help detect and map cancer by capturing accurate images, while also keeping patients safe and comfortable.
- Our Radiation Therapists help deliver targeted treatments with precision and care. They work closely with our radiation oncologists, dosimetrists and physicists to ensure each patient receives safe and effective treatment.

They all play a critical role in every step of our patients’ journeys. Thank you for your skill and dedication!

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween!

10/30/2025

Want to know more about Lung Cancer in Women? Read this informative article in the November issue of Syracuse Woman Magazine written by one of our radiation oncologists, Dr. Stefania Morbidini.https://www.hoacny.com/sites/default/files/Syracuse%20Woman%20Story%20by%20Dr.%20Morbidini%20November%202025.pdf

And, if you know a woman who is a smoker or former smoker encourage her to check out our free lung cancer screening on Saturday, Nov. 8, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Call 315-472-7504 extension 1301 for an appointment.

10/28/2025

Our lung cancer experts appeared on Bridge Street on NewsChannel 9 yesterday sharing information about the importance of lung cancer screenings and our free lung cancer screening on Saturday, Nov. 8. Click here to learn more: https://www.hoacny.com/news-events/cancer-qa-hoa-free-lung-cancer-screenings-saturday-nov-8

To register for the screening call 315-472-7504 extension 1301.

10/28/2025

For more information: hoacny.com/our-services/cancers-we-treat/breast-cancer

10/27/2025

Please join us at the CancerConnects, Inc. Connecting to Wellness Event on Saturday, November 15. Admission is only $1 and you can register in advance:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0dpUMnxZu_B96XtQSMDay7rAq85A6F1tKVCF20JlEj_C_9A/viewform?pli=1