Kavya Pinto Chengot
Northwell Health Imbert Cancer Center
Office
(631) 414-6999
440 East Main Street Bay Shore, NY 11706
About
Thanks to an early interest in biology, she knew from a young age that she wanted to go into medicine, particularly because she's always had a desire to help others. After graduating from the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences in India, Dr. Chengot did a residency at Louisiana State University and a fellowship at Winthrop University Hospital, now NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island.
Dr. Chengot began treating several oncology patients during her residency, which drew her toward internal medicine and particularly specialization in hematology and oncology, which she found intellectually compelling. She appreciated the deep sense of responsibility and accountability to patients that come with the specialization, and she utilizes those skills in treating mainly lung and thoracic malignancies, as well as skin malignancies like melanoma.
"The specialty requires a high level of independent thought, analysis, and strong interpersonal skills," she says. "The amount of new data and clinical trials that are currently underway is astounding, and that's led to an ability to better diagnose and treat cancers. It's exciting to be part of that progress, and to see patients benefit from how quickly the science is changing."
Her training has also given her greater insight into the psychological challenges for patients, she adds, allowing her to be more empathetic and acknowledge the turmoil and mental anguish patients often experience. Because of that, she forms strong bonds with patients, driven by her need to provide warm, compassionate care.
An advantage of working at Northwell, which she joined in 2019, is the collaborative nature of the health system. It means there are more specialists and health providers on each patient team, and that leads to superior patient outcomes, she says.
"I'm fortunate to have found my passion, and every day I look forward to being able to make a difference in the lives of my patients and their families," she says.
Kavya Pinto Chengot
Kavya Pinto Chengot, MD, specializes in hematology, medical oncology and internal medicine at Northwell Health, and is an assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.Thanks to an early interest in biology, she knew from a young age that she wanted to go into medicine, particularly because she's always had a desire to help others. After graduating from the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences in India, Dr. Chengot did a residency at Louisiana State University and a fellowship at Winthrop University Hospital, now NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island.
Dr. Chengot began treating several oncology patients during her residency, which drew her toward internal medicine and particularly specialization in hematology and oncology, which she found intellectually compelling. She appreciated the deep sense of responsibility and accountability to patients that come with the specialization, and she utilizes those skills in treating mainly lung and thoracic malignancies, as well as skin malignancies like melanoma.
"The specialty requires a high level of independent thought, analysis, and strong interpersonal skills," she says. "The amount of new data and clinical trials that are currently underway is astounding, and that's led to an ability to better diagnose and treat cancers. It's exciting to be part of that progress, and to see patients benefit from how quickly the science is changing."
Her training has also given her greater insight into the psychological challenges for patients, she adds, allowing her to be more empathetic and acknowledge the turmoil and mental anguish patients often experience. Because of that, she forms strong bonds with patients, driven by her need to provide warm, compassionate care.
An advantage of working at Northwell, which she joined in 2019, is the collaborative nature of the health system. It means there are more specialists and health providers on each patient team, and that leads to superior patient outcomes, she says.
"I'm fortunate to have found my passion, and every day I look forward to being able to make a difference in the lives of my patients and their families," she says.
Primary Specialty
Oncologist
Practice
Northwell Health Imbert Cancer Center
Gender
Female
Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine/Hematology, American Board of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology
Not Accepting New Patients
Insurances Accepted
1199 SEIU, Aetna, Affinity by Molina Healthcare, AmidaCare, CenterLight, Centers Plan for Healthy Living, Cigna, Elderplan, EmblemHealth (HIP), Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Empire Healthplus, Fidelis, Hamaspik, Healthfirst, HealthSmart, Humana, Humana Military (Tricare), Medicaid, Medicare, Northwell Direct, NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP), Oxford, Partners Health Plan, Railroad Medicare, Senior Whole Health, United Healthcare, VillageCareMax, VNS Choice, WellCare
Degrees
Medical Doctor
Admitting Hospitals
South Shore University Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Hofstra/Northwell School of Medicine/Nursing, Peconic Bay Medical Center, Huntington Hospital
Office Name
Northwell Health Imbert Cancer Center
Languages
Hindi
Services
Northwell Health Imbert Cancer Center provides oncology services in Bay Shore, NY. Oncology includes the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer, skin cancer, prostate cancer, and many other forms of cancer.
Contact Kavya Pinto Chengot at (631) 414-6999 for specific information about cancer treatment in Bay Shore, NY.
Contact Kavya Pinto Chengot at (631) 414-6999 for specific information about cancer treatment in Bay Shore, NY.
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