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Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal, MD

Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal, MD

Medical Oncology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Ok-Kyong Chaekal, MD is a medical oncologist in New York, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Chaekal has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Neoplasms and Skeletal System Neoplasms. She graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1987. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as University Hospitals Parma Medical Center and UH Cleveland Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 4 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

156 William St Fl 7 New York, NY 10038
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(646) 962-5665

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Chaekal is affiliated with University Hospitals Parma Medical Center Parma, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Chaekal specializes in the areas of Hematology & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Chaekal's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chaekal

4.0

7 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
14%
14%
1 Star
14%
14%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Gil K. – Aug 22, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Ayana in NJ – Feb 20, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Brooklyn, NY – Oct 05, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Fred Maller in Middle Village – Mar 30, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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James in New York, NY – Dec 31, 2015
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About Me

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care philosophy

I am a general medical oncologist and hematologist at Weill Cornell Medicine with a special interest in treating breast cancer I also have expertise in treating other types of cancer clotting disorders and bleeding problems My goal is to provide the be

  • Medical Oncology

  • Hematology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Illinois At Chicago

    Fellowship Hospital, 2000

  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1988

  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Hematology
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Office156 William St Fl 7 New York, NY 10038
1

Practice

New York-Presbyterian Hospital525 E 68th St New York, NY 10065
2

Practice

University Hospitals11100 Euclid Ave Cleveland, OH 44106
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • UH Cleveland Medical Center

    11100 Euclid Ave
    Cleveland, OH 44106

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • University Hospitals Parma Medical Center

    7007 Powers Blvd
    Parma, OH 44129
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • University Hospitals Portage Medical Center

    6847 N Chestnut St
    Ravenna, OH 44266

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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