Dr. Ahmed Sawas, MD

Dr. Ahmed Sawas, MD

Oncologist
12 East 86th St, Ste 4, New York, NY
4.62
“Dr. Sawas was a great listener and reassuring of certain things. I really appreciated the part where he took the time out in creating an outline explaining my results. The outline was a huge breakdown and very informative and it made everything easier. All my questions were answered, and I was happy with my visit.”
Latchmi B.December 3, 2025
Highly recommended
90% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

Book an appointment for free

The office partners with Zocdoc to schedule appointments

Scheduling details

  1. See if they are in network

Available appointments

Today, Apr 2 – Wed, Apr 15
At the moment, there's no availability on Zocdoc for the selected date range and appointment type at this location.
View more availability

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.62

Average wait time

4.50

Bedside manner

5.00
“Dr. Sawas was a great listener and reassuring of certain things. I really appreciated the part where he took the time out in creating an outline explaining my results. The outline was a huge breakdown and very informative and it made everything easier. All my questions were answered, and I was happy with my visit.”
Latchmi B.December 3, 2025
“DON'T LISTEN TO YOUR GPSTHEY ARE IN BUILDING #1 NEXT TO OPTIUM THEY ARE NOT IN BUILDING #4. That needs to be addressed, other than that everything was fine.”
David B.November 24, 2025

About Dr. Ahmed Sawas

Dr. Ahmed Sawas is a board-certified hematologist-oncologist with over ten years of experience. Dr. Sawas specializes in treating lymphoid malignancies, including aggressive and indolent B-cell lymphoma, CLL, peripheral T-cell lymphoma, and cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma. Dr. Sawas received his MD from the State University of New York—Health Science Center at Brooklyn College of Medicine. He then completed his internship, residency, and fellowship at St. Vincent’s Catholic Medical Center and a fellowship in Hematology-Oncology at New York University Medical Center. Dr. Sawas is an assistant professor of medicine at Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Sawas focused on early clinical development of immunotherapy and immune-cell engagers for the treatment of cancer. Outside of work, Dr. Sawas enjoys continuing to learn about human history and other cultures. He also enjoys spending time with his kids. Dr. Sawas speaks fluent English and Arabic.

Is this doctor in your insurance network?

Enter your insurance carrier and plan
  1. choose insurance

In-network insurances

99% of patients have successfully booked with these insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
200+ more in-network plans

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Lymphoma
Lymphoma

Other popular visit reasons

Anemia
Chemotherapy
Colon Cancer Screening
Hematology Consultation
Oncology Consultation
Oncology Follow Up
Spleen Problems
Thrombocytosis / High Platelets
Anemia
Chemotherapy
Colon Cancer Screening
Hematology Consultation

Office locations

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (1 of 2)
12 East 86th St, Ste 4, New York, NY 10028
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (2 of 2)
1500 Rte 112, Bldg 4, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
1 of 2

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine

Education and training

  • Medical School - State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Doctor of Medicine
  • New York University Medical Center, Fellowship in Hematology/Oncology

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1134379043

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.62
Wait time
4.50
Bedside manner
5.00
Trust Banner Shield
Your trust is our top concern, so providers can't pay to alter or remove reviews. We also don't publish reviews that contain any private patient health information. Learn more here
21 reviews
Most relevant
Dr Sawas was great and his staff were very professional.
Verified patient
I will go back I recommend him to all my friends
Verified patient
Dr. Sawas was a great listener and reassuring of certain things. I really appreciated the part where he took the time out in creating an outline explaining my results. The outline was a huge breakdown and very informative and it made everything easier. All my questions were answered, and I was happy with my visit.
Verified patient
DON'T LISTEN TO YOUR GPSTHEY ARE IN BUILDING #1 NEXT TO OPTIUM THEY ARE NOT IN BUILDING #4. That needs to be addressed, other than that everything was fine.
Verified patient
Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Ahmed Sawas?

Generally, Dr. Ahmed Sawas has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Sawas's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Ahmed Sawas accepting new patients?

Dr. Ahmed Sawas generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Sawas's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Ahmed Sawas accept my insurance?

Choose your insurance plan to verify if Dr. Sawas is in-network.

Can I make an appointment with Dr. Ahmed Sawas online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Sawas using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Dr. Ahmed Sawas work with?

Where is Dr. Ahmed Sawas's office located?

Dr. Ahmed Sawas has 2 office locations, including in Port Jefferson Station and New York, view full addresses on Dr. Sawas's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmed Sawas have?

Dr. Ahmed Sawas is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ahmed Sawas?

Dr. Ahmed Sawas frequently sees patients for Anemia, Colon Cancer Screening, Hematology Consultation, Oncology Consultation, and Oncology Follow Up. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ahmed Sawas on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Ahmed Sawas speak?

Dr. Ahmed Sawas speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Ahmed Sawas in reviews?

21 patients have reviewed Dr. Ahmed Sawas. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.62/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

ZocdocNew York, NY OncologistsDr. Ahmed Sawas, MD