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Francisco J. Esteva, MD, PhD, is interim chief, division of hematology/oncology and chief of breast medical oncology at Lenox Hill Hospital, and director of breast medical oOncology for Northwell Healths Western region, which includes Manhattan, Staten Island and Westchester County.He first became interested in the specialty during his fellowship at Georgetown University Medical Center, after graduating from the Universidad de Zaragoza in Spain and completing a residency at Cooper Hospital/University Medical Center in New Jersey.As a fellow, I was fascinated by the complexity of breast cancer biology and how improved understanding of the disease at the molecular level could lead to new therapeutic approaches. Breast cancer is not a single disease, and the different molecular subtypes require specific treatments, he says. This is a type of cancer that when detected early and managed well, can often be cured. Thats very rewarding.Dr. Esteva focuses on empowering patients, ensuring that discussions about diagnosis and treatment are collaborative, with plenty of patient involvement. That starts with education about all aspects of the disease, and explanation of pathology, clinical staging, molecular assays, and treatment options. Our multidisciplinary team approach at the Northwell Health Cancer Institute at Lenox Hill is key to our success, always keeping the patient at the center of all we do.Dr. Esteva has made significant strides in advancing the field of breast medical oncology. He has served as lead or co-lead investigator in more than 100 clinical trials evaluating new therapeutic approaches for all breast cancer subtypes. His group discovered mechanisms of resistance to HER2 targeted therapies, and developed treatment approaches that can overcome that resistance and result in improved patient outcomes. He made important contributions to the development of new medications for locally advanced and metastatic breast cancer. He has also played important roles in the initial development of prognostic and predictive multi-gene assays that led to reduced use of chemotherapy in early-stage breast cancer. Dr. Esteva has authored or co-authored more than 200 peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and textbook chapters, including leading treatment guidelines in the field. In 2019, Dr. Esteva was awarded the Susan G. Komen Greater NYCs Physician of Impact Award.

Elliot Newman, MD is the chief of surgical oncology at Lenox Hill Hospital, with a clinical expertise in gastrointestinal cancer care, especially pancreatic and hepatobiliary cancers. He's been named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2002. Dr. Newman always loved interacting with people, and as the son of an organic chemist, he loved science too. "The two loves come together nicely in medicine," he says. His interest in surgery began when he attended medical school at New York University School of Medicine, and he continued on at NYU for his general surgery residency. During his residency, he spent time at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center doing a research fellowship. It was during this period that Dr. Newman developed a strong interest in cancer care. This led to a clinical fellowship in surgical oncology, also completed at Memorial Sloan-Kettering. "My mentors taught me to think about the biology of the disease. How is a tumor going to behave? Is this operation right for this person?" he says. "That stayed with me forever." With cancer behaving differently from one person to another, Dr. Newman emphasizes the importance of individualizing every patient's care plan. While he specializes in minimally invasive approaches, including laparoscopic and robotic surgeries, he never assumes this is always the right procedure for everyone and he considers all approaches on the table to determine the appropriate course of care. In fact, his whole team is involved in creating a patient's care plan, meeting for a weekly tumor board to discuss and assess all the angles of each case together. And as a Northwell hospital, Lenox Hill offers a full breadth of services, meaning Dr. Newman also has access to other clinical teams as well, including gastroenterology, cardiology, pulmonology and more. This multidisciplinary approach is vital for his patients. "We can take care of the entire patient here," he says. "Not just the cancer." It's this genuine care and concern that doesn't go unnoticed by his patients, and he's constantly humbled by their gratitude. "There's nothing like getting a note from a patient, family member or friend who really appreciates the fact that you've lengthened the life of a loved one or helped them get to a next milestone," Dr. Newman says. "Whenever my time is up, I know I've helped or tried to help many patients, and that makes it all worthwhile." His passion for helping others also extends beyond medicine. For many years he and his family have supported organizations that assist underprivileged children, creating better opportunities for present and future generations.