Our Patients
Bill Zampier
Colonie, NY

Prostate Cancer Survivor

One 2 One with Bill Zampier 2012
Sue Ellen Ruetsch
Clifton Park, NY

Breast Cancer Survivor

One 2 One with Sue Ellen Ruetsch 2011
Ferdinando Cammarota
Scotia, NY

Cancer Survivor

One 2 One with Ferdinando Cammarota 2011
Brian Hughes
Schenectady, NY

Cancer Survivor

One 2 One with Brian Hughes 2011
Brian Jennings
Gloversville, NY

Cancer Survivor

One 2 One with Brian Jennings 2011
Our Team
Stewart A. Silvers, MD
New York Oncology Hematology

Oncologist

One 2 One with Stewart A. Silvers, MD 2012
Muhammad S. Tai, MD
New York Oncology Hematology

Chief, Hematology/Medical Oncology

One 2 One with Muhammad S. Tai, MD 2012
Howard Schlossberg, MD
New York Oncology Hematology

Medical Oncologist

One 2 One with Howard Schlossberg, M.D. 2011
Max S. Laguerre, MD
Ellis Medicine

Radiation Oncologist

One 2 One with Max S. Laguerre, MD 2012
Kim Stefanik, RN
Ellis Medicine

Registered Nurse

One 2 One with Kim Stefanik, RN 2011
Robert J. Smith, MD
Ellis Medicine

Radiation Oncologist

One 2 One with Dr. Robert Smith 2011
Debbie Youngleman, MD
Ellis Medicine

General Surgeon

One 2 One with Debbie Youngleman, MD 2011

On the front line of cancer care

With advanced cancer treatment options and outcomes that rival national cancer centers, Ellis brings state of the art care to our community.

Your team of oncology specialists

Fighting cancer often requires a combination of specialized treatments, delivered in carefully planned stages. Ellis Medicine’s innovative team approach is a model for integrated cancer care. By bringing together specialists from varied fields, we can share ideas and expertise to deliver the most effective treatments for each patient’s situation. The oncology team implements the Ellis tumor board’s recommendations, working together to coordinate care at every phase.

Learn more about the Ellis cancer program:

  • Detection & Diagnosis: Powerful imaging technology and screening programs provide early diagnosis and treatment for better outcomes.
  • Advanced Treatments: Access to national clinical trials make new cancer therapies available right in our community.
  • Specialty Services: Ellis offers unique services including Breast Health Nurse Navigator, palliative care and the area’s only musculoskeletal oncologist.
  • Cancer Support: Related services and support help patients and families cope with the emotional and physical challenges of cancer.
  • Cancer FAQs: Answers to frequently asked questions about care options, who to contact and where to start.

For more information about cancer care at Ellis Medicine, please call 518.243.4317.