Dr. Garry Lachhar, MD, Port Jefferson Station, NY

About Dr. Garry Lachhar

Dr. Garry Lachhar is a Hematologist and Medical Oncologist in Long Island, NY. Born in Stony Brook and raised in Port Jefferson Station, Dr. Lachhar has a strong love for and affiliation with Long Island. He received his undergraduate degree from Stony Brook University and his medical degree from St. George's University. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Stony Brook University Southampton Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident. He was awarded Overall Resident of the Year as well as Internal Medicine Resident of the Year for the class of 2023. He completed his Hematology and Medical Oncology fellowship at Northwell Health, Mather Hospital. Dr. Lachhar is a member of multiple prestigious medical societies, including the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Hematology, the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, the Empire State Hematology and Oncology Society, and the Community Oncology Alliance, and has a strong interest and dedication to clinical research for the advancement of patient care. He was awarded first place at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital's Annual Research Day in 2022 and in 2023 and has presented at multiple national conferences. Inspired by mentors including Dr. Louis Avvento and Dr. Harry Staszewski, Dr. Lachhar has mentored physicians in training, medical students, and undergraduate students and remains passionate about supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals. He is currently serving as an elected board member on the Stony Brook University Alumni Association Board of Directors and the St. George's University School of Medicine Alumni Board of Trustees.

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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 3)

48 NY-25A, Ste 209, Smithtown, NY 11787

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New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (2 of 3)

1500 NY-112, Bldg 4, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776

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New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (3 of 3)

119 Terry Rd, Smithtown, NY 11787

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Education and background

Practice names

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists

Board certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine

Education and training

Medical School - St. George's University, Doctor of Medicine
Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Residency in Internal Medicine
Mather Hospital, Fellowship in Hematology/Oncology
Stony Brook University (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

American Society of Clinical Oncology
American Society of Hematology
American Medical Association

Awards and publications

Awarded as Overall Resident of the Year
Internal Medicine Resident of the Year for the Class of 2023
Awarded First Place at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital's Annual Research Day in 2022 and in 2023

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1891324877

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Dr. Garry Lachhar works with New York Cancer & Blood Specialists.

Where is Dr. Garry Lachhar's office located?

Dr. Garry Lachhar has 3 office locations, including in Port Jefferson Station and Smithtown, view full addresses on Dr. Lachhar's profile.

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Dr. Garry Lachhar is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine.

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