Monica D. Schwarcz, MD

Elena Pereira, MD, is a gynecologic oncologist at Lenox Hill Hospital. She is double board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and gynecologic oncology.Dr. Pereira attended medical school at SUNY Downstate College of Medicine and completed both her residency and fellowship at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.Her field handles both surgery and chemotherapy. "Because we do both aspects of cancer care, there's a lot of continuity for patients," she says. Her team also works closely with the radiation oncology department.As an expert in laparoscopic minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Pereira strives for faster recoveries and fewer disruptions to her patients' lives. She takes a holistic approach, looking at every aspect of a patient's care, including their diet before and after surgery, how to help control nausea, pain management with limited narcotic use and much more.She's also a member of the Enhanced Recovery Protocol Committee at Lenox Hill, a multidisciplinary committee including nurses, anesthesiologists and surgeons. They work together to rethink traditional patient care guidelines in order to improve the patient experience, such as allowing a clear liquid diet ahead of surgery, rather than advising patients not to eat or drink the night before. As a result, patients enter surgery feeling more comfortable and can even recover more quickly.Additionally, Dr. Pereira is researching innovative ways to screen for cervical cancer which, despite affecting about 12,000 women a year, historically doesn't receive as much attention as other cancers. "We still use archaic ways of diagnosing, treating and monitoring it," she says, noting that her research interests include finding new ways to detect cervical cancer with blood tumor markers.With her unmatched dedication to patient care, Dr. Pereira ensures she and her team are accessible to her patients, in every sense of the word. Whether it's 24/7 availability to answer questions and ease concerns, speaking Spanish (the native language of roughly half her patients), or accepting many types of insurance, Dr. Pereira says: "If you need us, we can take care of you."

Manhattan Family Practice, led by Dr. Albert Levy, offers top-tier family medicine services in New York City. Operating independently, their focus is on providing personalized care for patients, ensuring a warm and attentive environment. The practice covers a range of medical needs, including pediatric, women's, men's, and geriatric health, as well as diagnostic services and second opinion consultations. With a dedication to patient well-being, Manhattan Family Practice boasts a comprehensive suite of services such as medical exams for immigration purposes, a medical weight loss clinic, and travel vaccinations. Dr. Levy, a designated panel physician for several countries, emphasizes the importance of staying up-to-date with the latest medical advancements to deliver optimal care. Emphasizing preventive health care, the practice encourages regular appointments and provides informative resources through their news section. Patients can rely on Dr. Levy and his team for expert advice and guidance, ensuring they are well-informed about their health and treatment options. Generated from the website content

Neal Joseph, MD is a member of Summit Healths Gastroenterology team. Dr. Joseph is a gastroenterologist whose clinical interests encompass the full breadth of gastroenterology and endoscopy, including colon cancer screening, colonoscopy, upper endoscopy, polyp removal, acid reflux, abdominal pain, inflammatory bowel disease, and irritable bowel syndrome. Following in the footsteps of his father, a gastroenterologist, and his mother, a nutritionist, Dr. Joseph had a head start in learning about digestive disorders. This early exposure inspired my passion to become a physician, he says. Dr. Joseph utilizes the latest knowledge and technology to provide outstanding individualized care to each patient. He realizes that digestive problems can oftentimes be embarrassing and uncomfortable to discuss. Therefore, he aims to create an environment where his patients feel at ease. I really enjoy serving as an advocate for my patients by working closely with them and journeying through their condition together, he states. Dr. Joseph has earned the distinction as a Super Doctors Rising Star in Gastroenterology for the past three years. He has published numerous original research articles and presented his work at several national conferences. He was also awarded the distinguished American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) Diversity Award at the Digestive Disease Week Crystal Awards for his excellence in research devoted to promoting minority-related issues in gastroenterology. When not caring for patients, Dr. Joseph enjoys running, playing tennis, trying new restaurants, and traveling. He especially cherishes the time he gets to spend with his family.