Hematology / Oncology
Hematologists/Oncologists are physicians that specialize in blood disorders and cancer, enabling them to effectively administer chemotherapy treatments and conduct bone marrow transplants for cancer patients. They also address coagulation issues, anemia, and other blood disorders through transfusions, phlebotomy, and iron infusions. Some of our offices also offer treatment for other conditions that require infusion therapies. Our board-certified physicians on staff are supported by nurse practitioners, physician assistants, pharmacists, social workers, case managers, specially trained registered nurses, and support staff.
At Upstate Medical University, our adult Hematology/Oncology services are available in multiple settings. We provide inpatient care at the downtown campus of University Hospital in Syracuse, NY. Additionally, we offer consulting services at our Community campus, Oswego Hospital, and Oneida Healthcare, extending our reach to better serve our patients. These services extend to a 17-county radius across Central New York.
American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR)
National Breast Cancer Foundation
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS)
Copay and Medication Assistance Programs
AMGEN Assist
(800) 272-9376
Assists with medications such as Aranesp, Neulasta, Neupogen, Epogen, and much more. They provide coverage and reimbursement assistance.
CancerCare
Our staff helps you manage financial concerns and provides referrals. Limited aid is available to eligible families for cancer-related costs like transportation and childcare.
Good Days
(877) 968-7233
Cancers, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lymphomas, Crohn's, MDS, MS, Anemia
Healthwell Foundation
(800) 675-8416
Assistance with co-payments, deductibles, premiums, medications, and Part D Medicare
Life Raft Group
Gastrointestinal Stoma Tumor
NeedyMeds
Lists pharmaceutical manufacturers' financial assistance programs for patients (primarily in the U.S.) who can't afford their prescription medications.
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
Helps qualifying patients without prescription drug coverage get the medicines they need through the program that is right for them.
Patient Advocate Foundation
(866) 512-3861
Assists with medical debt crisis, insurance, and employment issues
Patient Access Network Foundation
(866) 316-7263
The Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN) facilitates access to medical treatment for patients with chronic or life-threatening illness. PAN is dedicated to overcoming financial and other barriers to treatment and works efficiently and collaboratively to help patients receive prescribed treatments and the care that best meets their needs.
Accessia Health Foundation
(800) FON-PSI-1
Illness and conditions supported: Bone Metastases, CML, GI Stromal Tumors, Hemophilia, Fabry Disease
National Organization for Rare Disorders-NORD
Medication assistance programs and networking for a large list of diseases where the patient has no insurance or is underinsured.
Pfizer Patient Assistant Programs
Offers patient assistance programs and reimbursement.
RxAssist Patient Assistance Program Center
Resources to help you learn more about PAPs, Medicare Part D, and medication access programs for people in need.
RxHope
We act as your advocate in making the patient assistance program journey easier and faster by supplying vital information and help.
Contact Us
Hematology and Oncology, Department of Medicine
Upstate Cancer Center
750 East Adams Street
Syracuse, NY 13210
Phone: (315) 464-8200
Fax: (315) 464-8206
Sam Benjamin, MD
Interim Division Chief
Alina Basnet, MD
Program Director
Kristi Robinson
Division Chief's Assistant
