As the region’s second-largest cancer care program, our expert oncologists and surgeons treat more than 3,500 cancer patients every year with expert, compassionate care

How can the Cancer Care team help you?

Kaleida Health treats cancer at every step – from preventative screenings to testing, treatment, surgery, radiation and infusion services. By working as a team, we put the best medical minds together to create an individualized treatment plan for each patient to ensure the best possible outcome. Often, patients with cancer have other health challenges. With five major hospitals across Western New York and Northern Pennsylvania, and specialists in every area, we are able to treat cancer and any other conditions that arise – from emergency care to cardiovascular care and beyond.

Getting care from one of our providers? The MyChart patient portal provides you with easy access to stay informed on all your care.

Kaleida Health Cancer Care screening and diagnosis

The first step of the cancer care path is diagnosis and screening, which may include tests such as CT scans, MRIs, colonoscopies, biopsies and other procedures.

Cancer screening

Screening tests are done when there are no symptoms present. Regular screening tests are highly recommended so that breast, cervical and colorectal (colon) cancers are found early, when treatment is likely to work best. Lung cancer screening is recommended for some individuals who are at high risk.

Examples of common screening tests include:

Mammograms to detect breast cancer

Pap and HPV tests to detect cervical cancer

Colonoscopies to detect colorectal cancer

Low dose CT scans to detect lung cancer

Cancer diagnosis testing

If cancer is detected, your healthcare team will most likely recommend additional follow-up tests to learn more about your cancer diagnosis. Additional tests are necessary to help determine your treatment strategy and rule out other conditions.

Your care team will likely recommend:

A biopsy is a test that involves removing a small amount of tissue to examine under the microscope. Types of biopsies might include a needle, endoscopic, surgical, skin and liquid.

Lab tests might include blood tests for cancer, tissue tests and urinalysis.

Imaging tests are also used to look inside the patient’s body to determine where cancer is present. Physicians might order additional images using Computed Tomography (CT scan), Ultrasound, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Nuclear Scan, Positron Emission Tomography (PET scan) and X-rays.

The Care We Provide

Cancer patients often have medical treatments, radiation therapy and/or surgery as part of their cancer care path – the three main treatments and therapies for cancer. Your Kaleida Health care team gives you access to experts in all three areas.

Medical oncology

If cancer is diagnosed, you will typically see a medical oncologist. Medical oncologists treat cancer using treatments such as:

Chemotherapy – the use of drugs to kill cancer cells

Immunotherapy – boosting a person’s own immune system to fight cancer

Hormone therapy – used to treat cancers that use hormones to grow

Other drug treatments

Radiation oncology

Radiation therapy is used in the treatment of many cancers. Radiation oncologists use different methods to kill cancer cells, including delivering high energy rays to the tumor from outside the body and implanting radioactive "seeds" directly into the tissue. Kaleida Health radiation oncologists are experts in some of the most advanced technology available. Radiation oncology services are offered with Cancer Care of Western New York and the Mildred Milliman Radiation Medicine Center in Olean.

Surgical oncology

Kaleida Health surgical oncologists treat cancer by surgically removing tumors and surrounding tissues. They also perform biopsies by removing and examining tissue samples. Your care team connects you with the area’s leading surgeons in oncology, performing surgery at Commission On Cancer (COC) accredited hospital facilities.

Kaleida Health Cancer Survivorship Program

Every patient is considered a survivor at diagnosis and throughout the course of their life. The goal of Kaleida Health’s Survivorship Program is to help you stay mentally and physically healthy. After treatment, you can access wellness services including nutrition, physical therapy, support groups and ongoing education. Our partner, GLIN IPA, provides these services in tandem with your providers at Kaleida.

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Why Choose Kaleida Health for Cancer Care?

At Kaleida Health, you’ll get the highest quality care provided by compassionate physicians who truly listen.

Cancer care is located throughout Western New York and Northern PA, including four radiation oncology sites, six linear accelerators, four chemotherapy infusion centers and five major hospitals for surgical care and 24/7 emergency care, if needed

Experienced physicians, oncologists and specialists from UBMD, General Physician and WNY Urology provide expert, compassionate care throughout your treatment

Our hospitals have the largest robotic surgery program in the region, which enables many oncology procedures to be performed with minimally invasive techniques

We treat all cancers except acute leukemia

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What types of cancer does Kaleida Health treat?

Kaleida Health offers the most advanced treatment options with comprehensive support services to treat most types of cancer. Learn more about the most common cancers diagnosed in Western New York and how Kaleida Health can help. If you require information on a type of cancer not listed, please give us a call at 716-884-3000.

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We want to hear from you

Whether you or a loved one has cancer, we’re here to help you through it. If you would like to schedule an appointment, or just ask a question, feel free to call us at (716) 884-3000 or fill out the form and we’ll call you back.

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Meet Your Care Team

Meet the providers dedicated to your care:

Medical Oncology/Hematology

Zuhair Alam, MD

Jennifer Arnold, PA

Farid Berenji, MD

Kristin Collado, PA

Rob Cronin, PA

Cory Damon, ANP-BC

Kristen Deacon, PA

Kiersten Habdo, PA

Tiffany Jones, PA

Natalie Niemel, NP

Tosin Odemuyiwa, MD

Parikshit Padhi, MD, MBBS

Jennifer Pangelinan, NP

Phylicia Patterson, NP

Roberto Pili, MD

Robert Setlik, MD, PhD, FACP

Karen Sleeman, NP

Kaitlyn Tytka, PA

Mackenzie Young, NP

Radiation Oncology

Michael Duff, MD

Leroy Korb, MD

Surjeet Pohar, MD

Dhiren Shah, MD

Where You Can Receive Care

From Niagara Falls to Bradford, PA, there’s a location to serve you.

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Care & Treatment options at Kaleida Health

Dr. Renee Reynolds with surgical team With thousands of health care professionals, hundreds of millions of dollars of cutting-edge technology and some of the brightest medical minds in the world, Kaleida Health is uniquely qualified to provide world class patient care.

Specialty Centers

Our specialty services feature highly trained physicians utilizing the latest technology to treat a variety of conditions and diseases. From cardiac care to maternity to cancer services, patients are assured they are in the best hands possible at a Kaleida Health facility.

Cardiac

Stroke

Orthopaedics

Bariatrics

Maternity

Cancer Care

Our Hospitals

Buffalo General Medical Center/Gates Vascular Institute

100 High Street Buffalo, NY 14203

(716) 859-5600

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DeGraff Medical Park

445 Tremont Street North Tonawanda, NY 14120

(716) 694-4500

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Golisano Children's Hospital of Buffalo

818 Ellicott Street Buffalo, NY 14203

(716) 323-2000

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Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital

1540 Maple Road Williamsville, NY 14221

(716) 568-3600

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Bradford Regional Medical Center/Olean General Hospital

116 Interstate Parkway Bradford, PA 16701

(814) 368-4143

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Education & Prevention

We believe that the first step toward prevention is education. That is why we take a proactive approach to prevention. We offer a variety of programs and services to the public before they become patients. While physicians, students and staff instill confidence in people to make healthy decisions, everyone benefits from the learning experience with a positive attitude about health care.

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Pediatric

Home Care Services

The talented, experienced nurses of the Visiting Nursing Association (VNA) and the VNA Home Care Services can provide at-home services on a day-to-day basis. The VNA is united in its mission to provide compassionate, high-quality and cost-effective home health care to the Western New York community.

Laboratory Services

The clinical laboratories of Kaleida Health play a critical role in the care of our patients. Without their expertise, physicians wouldn't know whether a disease or condition exists and to what extent. A patient's treatment plan is in large part based on the findings of the our highly specialized team of laboratory scientists and technicians.

Long-term Care

Aging is an inevitable process, a continuous period that can be spiritual, joyous and fulfilling. We can provide a comfortable setting complete with required amenities and services for those who need extra care. Our long-term care facilities accommodate short or long-term care with several locations to serve the Western New York area.

Maternity/Women's Services

Women have a special set of needs that change throughout the life cycle. Women's Services at WCHOB provide comprehensive care for any medical concern. From birthing classes to mammograms, we advance the health of women with dedicated service

Outpatient Centers

Outpatient Centers provide medical care, rehabilitation or tests without the need for an overnight stay in a hospital. In some cases, the experience is similar to a standard visit to your primary care physician. In other cases, testing, rehabilitation or other activities needed for your unique healthcare needs may make your visit a bit longer. Your healthcare provider can give you an estimate of the time you will need to allot for your visit.

Rehabilitation Services

Kaleida Health Rehabilitation programs are designed to provide comprehensive rehabilitation for adults. Our goal is to help patients maximize their recovery from injury or illness with a combination of individualized physical, occupational and speech therapies.

Support Services

Many of our most important services happen behind the scenes. Volunteers, human resources, plant operations and safety, just to name a few, are services that make Kaleida Health the premier health care system in Western New York. Their reinforcement, protection and assistance uphold the mission and goals of our organization.

Services offered at Kaleida Health Laboratories | Buffalo, NY

Kaleida Health Labs offers laboratory testing, blood bank and pathology services for all system hospital locations. Patients can visit outpatient Blood Draw locations throughout WNY for routine and specialized blood testing that is performed locally ensuring a quick turnaround time for test results.

Blood Draw

Kaleida Health Laboratories Blood Draw locations are conveniently located throughout the Western New York community, offering fast and friendly service to patients.

It’s easy and there’s no appointment necessary:

  • Simply walk-in with your script or have your doctor send it to your location of choice
  • Have your blood drawn
  • Get your results!

Testing is performed locally – making results available to you and your doctor even faster.

Getting your results is easy through our MyKaleida Patient Portal

Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

The focus of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is to provide the highest quality, state-of-the-art diagnostic testing, conducted by experienced laboratory scientists, and Board Certified Physicians in Pathology.

As Western New York's leading clinical laboratory, it offers the widest availability of testing performed locally. The laboratory menu at each hospital was specifically developed to support the needs of the patients the hospital serves.

CAP LogoKaleida Health Laboratories are accredited by The College of American Pathologists, the "Gold Standard for Laboratory Quality."

For questions on Blood Draw or Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Services: Contact Client Services at (716) 626-7920.

Gastroenterology Testing

At Kaleida Health Laboratories, our Gastroenterology (GI) Lab offers testing for disaccharidase assays intestinal biopsies, pancreatic enzyme analyses, and fecal elastases.

To fill out a GI test request form, please click below.

Gastroenterology Lab Test Requisition Form

Please note, our lab will not be responsible for shipping charges.

Breath Testing

As an enhancement to our Breath Testing, both lactose and bacterial overgrowth will now be available at all locations listed below. Please schedule your appointment:

Breath Testing Instructions

  • This test requires fasting, patient should have nothing to eat or drink after 10 p.m. the night before, with the exception of water
  • Avoid high fiber food the day before test
  • No antibiotics at least 14 days prior to test
  • No smoking one hour prior or during test for both patient and those accompanying patient

Please bring insurance card, script (doctor's order), and picture ID

*Bacterial overgrowth is 1.5 hours (patient should plan for 2 hours)

*Lactose intolerance is 3 hours (patient should plan for 3.5 hours)

Schedule Breath Testing Visit

How do I schedule?

  1. Please follow all instructions listed above to prepare for your visit.
  2. Select a location from the dropdown, then an available time slot (Click the 'View full schedule' button to see availability for upcoming weeks). Lastly, enter the required information to schedule your visit.
  3. Once you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email.

Buffalo General Medical Center##### Buffalo General Medical Center

100 High Street, 1st Fl C1

Buffalo, NY 14203

Buffalo General Medical Center##### Oishei Children's Outpatient Center (Conventus)

1001 Main Street, 2nd Fl

Buffalo, NY 14203

Buffalo General Medical Center##### Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital

1540 Maple Road

Williamsville, NY 14221

Buffalo General Medical Center##### Blood Draw - Buffalo

564 Niagara Street

Buffalo, NY 14201

Location Image##### Blood Draw - Cheektowaga

3900 Union Rd., Suite 600

Cheektowaga, NY 14225

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5844 Southwestern Blvd., Suite 200

Hamburg, NY 14085

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3580 Sheridan Dr.

Amherst, NY 14226

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5858 Snyder Dr.

Lockport, NY 14094

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445 Tremont St.

North Tonawanda, NY 14120

Location Image##### Blood Draw - North Tonawanda

605 Division St.

North Tonawanda, NY 14120

Location Image##### Blood Draw - Williamsville

705 Maple Road

Williamsville, NY 14221

Location Image##### Blood Draw - Orchard Park

5959 Big Tree Road

Orchard Park, NY 14127

Sweat Testing

Sweat Testing Instructions

  • No lotions or baby wipes should be used
  • Testing takes 45 minutes

Schedule Sweat Testing

CAP Certifications and CLIA Permits

CLIA/NYSDOH Permits

CAP Certificates

Care & Treatment | Buffalo General Medical Center/Gates Vascular Institute | Kaleida Health | Buffalo, New York

Buffalo General Medical Center/Gates Vascular Institute care and treatment

The BGMC Ear, Nose and Throat Center is awaiting NYS Dept. of Health closure approval. For medical records, visit our medical records page or call (716) 859-2734. For referral for other services, contact your physician or call our patient liaison at (716) 859-4211; allow 2-3 business days for a response.; The Buffalo General Medical Center Medical Rehab Unit is planned to reduce from 34 to 16 beds, pending approval from the NYS Dept. of Health. There will be a public meeting on Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at BGMC Swift Auditorium. Virtual option available. See Public Notices page for details.

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Care & Treatment | Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital | Kaleida Health | Buffalo, New York

Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital care and treatment

Buffalo Therapy Services at 705 Maple Road is awaiting NYS Dept. of Health closure approval. For medical records, visit our medical records page or call (716) 568-6500. For referral for other services, contact your physician or call our patient liaison at (716) 580-7360; allow 2-3 business days for a response.; Millard Fillmore Surgery Center at 215 Klein Road is awaiting New York State Department of Health closure approval. For medical records, visit our medical records page or call 716-568-6500. For other questions, contact our liaison at 716-568-3569. Please allow 2–3 business days for a response.

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Specialties | General Physician

General Physician cares for patients across 20 different specialties, including primary care, women’s health, advanced cardiovascular care, and more.

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Care & Treatment | DeGraff Medical Park | Kaleida Health | North Tonawanda, NY

Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital care and treatment

Buffalo Therapy Services at DeGraff is awaiting NYS Dept. of Health closure approval. For medical records, visit our medical records page or call (716) 568-6500. For referral for other services, contact your physician or call our patient liaison at (716) 690-2031; allow 2-3 business days for response.

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