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Dr. Thomas Forlenza, MD

Dr. Thomas Forlenza, MD

Oncologist
1000 S Ave, Staten Island, NY
PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROVIDER ONLY ACCEPTS PATIENTS 18+ Dr. Thomas J. Forlenza is a native Staten Islander who has spent much of his professional life caring for his neighbors and friends on Staten Island as a Cancer and Palliative Care Specialist. He is a Physician of great skill and compassion, a devoted husband to Lucille and the proud father of Thomas Joseph, Jr. (TJ) and Rebecca Suzanne. A gifted teacher and author in his chosen profession, a musical artist in his own right, a linguist with abilities in numerous languages, and a devout Catholic—Dr. Tom Forlenza is the true “Renaissance Man,” who strives for excellence in all that he does. Dr. Forlenza began his secondary education at Xavier High School in Manhattan, graduating with honors in 1969. Dr. Forlenza then headed for Boston College. The Jesuits at B.C. awarded him a Bachelor of Arts, Summa cum laude, in 1973. He was a Scholar of the College in Psychology and was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. Dr. Forlenza remained in Massachusetts for his formal medical education, graduating with his M.D. from the Boston University School of Medicine in 1977. Dr. Forlenza began his postgraduate training back on Staten Island as an Intern at St. Vincent’s Medical Center of Richmond. In 1978, he became a Medical Resident in Internal Medicine at the University of Kentucky at Lexington. In 1980, Dr. Forlenza headed back home for a Clinical Fellowship in Hematology at the New York University School of Medicine. He also did a Fellowship in Blood Banking, in the Division of Pathology at New York University while doing a Research Fellowship in the Division of Hematology. In 1982, after completing his work at New York University, Dr. Forlenza accepted a Clinical Fellowship in the Division of Oncology at Kings County Medical Center. After completing his Fellowship training, he became the Associate Director of Oncology at the Woodhull Medical Center, Brooklyn, a position he held until 1988.
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Overall rating

4.53

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Thomas Forlenza

PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROVIDER ONLY ACCEPTS PATIENTS 18+ Dr. Thomas J. Forlenza is a native Staten Islander who has spent much of his professional life caring for his neighbors and friends on Staten Island as a Cancer and Palliative Care Specialist. He is a Physician of great skill and compassion, a devoted husband to Lucille and the proud father of Thomas Joseph, Jr. (TJ) and Rebecca Suzanne. A gifted teacher and author in his chosen profession, a musical artist in his own right, a linguist with abilities in numerous languages, and a devout Catholic—Dr. Tom Forlenza is the true “Renaissance Man,” who strives for excellence in all that he does. Dr. Forlenza began his secondary education at Xavier High School in Manhattan, graduating with honors in 1969. Dr. Forlenza then headed for Boston College. The Jesuits at B.C. awarded him a Bachelor of Arts, Summa cum laude, in 1973. He was a Scholar of the College in Psychology and was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. Dr. Forlenza remained in Massachusetts for his formal medical education, graduating with his M.D. from the Boston University School of Medicine in 1977. Dr. Forlenza began his postgraduate training back on Staten Island as an Intern at St. Vincent’s Medical Center of Richmond. In 1978, he became a Medical Resident in Internal Medicine at the University of Kentucky at Lexington. In 1980, Dr. Forlenza headed back home for a Clinical Fellowship in Hematology at the New York University School of Medicine. He also did a Fellowship in Blood Banking, in the Division of Pathology at New York University while doing a Research Fellowship in the Division of Hematology. In 1982, after completing his work at New York University, Dr. Forlenza accepted a Clinical Fellowship in the Division of Oncology at Kings County Medical Center. After completing his Fellowship training, he became the Associate Director of Oncology at the Woodhull Medical Center, Brooklyn, a position he held until 1988.

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Areas of expertise

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Chronic anemia
Chronic anemia

Other popular visit reasons

Anemia
Blood Disorder
Genetics Consultation
Hematology Consultation
Leukopenia / Low White Blood Count
Oncology Consultation
Oncology Follow Up
Ovarian Cancer
Anemia
Blood Disorder
Genetics Consultation
Hematology Consultation

Office location

Richmond Health Network
1000 S Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314
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Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Richmond University Medical Center

Board certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Hematology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
  • Medical Oncology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
  • Hospice and Palliative Care (American Board of Internal Medicine)

Education and training

  • Medical School - Boston University, Doctor of Medicine
  • University of Kentucky (Residency)
  • State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center (Fellowship)
  • New York University (Fellowship)

Awards and publications

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1619978442

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.53
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Thomas Forlenza is affiliated with Richmond University Medical Center.

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Where is Dr. Thomas Forlenza's office located?

Dr. Thomas Forlenza's office is located at 1000 S Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314.

Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Forlenza have?

Dr. Thomas Forlenza is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine, Hematology (American Board of Internal Medicine), Medical Oncology (American Board of Internal Medicine), and Hospice and Palliative Care (American Board of Internal Medicine).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Thomas Forlenza?

Dr. Thomas Forlenza frequently sees patients for Anemia, Genetics Consultation, Hematology Consultation, Oncology Consultation, and Oncology Follow Up. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Thomas Forlenza on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Thomas Forlenza speak?

Dr. Thomas Forlenza speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Thomas Forlenza in reviews?

15 patients have reviewed Dr. Thomas Forlenza. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.53/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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