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Dr. Richard Sollazzo, MD

Dr. Richard Sollazzo, MD

Medical Oncology*

Dr. Richard Sollazzo, MD is a medical oncologist in Smithtown, NY. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lenox Hill Hospital and Vassar Brothers Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

38 Landing Ave Smithtown, NY 11787

Make an Appointment

(631) 361-6160

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sollazzo is affiliated with Fairview Hospital Great Barrington, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Sollazzo specializes in the areas of Hematology, Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Sollazzo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sollazzo

4.4

29 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
83%
83%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
14%
14%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
joann lentini – Jan 10, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
George K. – Dec 14, 2023
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Teresa – Jul 01, 2022
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Susan – Sep 13, 2021
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Elizabeth G. – Jun 03, 2021
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ann – May 03, 2021
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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
Helpful
Oct 08, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dr. Robert Kifer – Dec 05, 2019
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 09, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
New Hyde Park, NY – Nov 07, 2016
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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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Donna R in Levittown, NY – Jul 10, 2016
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Wayne thompson in Smithtown, NY – Jun 24, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Sollazzo's skill in combining traditional and alternative medicine allows him to attack cancer and other illness from every angle possible, while keeping a large emphasis on quality of life at all times. He holds that it is key to incorporate...read more

biography

Dr. Sollazzo has been a dedicated medical doctor practicing on Long Island and in Manhattan for over 30 years. His personal mission against cancer sparked early in his teens after losing his grandfather to the disease. Since then he has devoted...read more

  • Medical Oncology

  • Geriatric Medicine

  • Hematology

  • Sports Medicine

  • Oncology

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American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Hematology
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Internal Medicine
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Altcare Acupuncture PLLC38 Landing Ave Smithtown, NY 11787
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St. Catherine of Siena Hospital50 Route 25A Smithtown, NY 11787
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Fairview Hospital

    29 Lewis Ave
    Great Barrington, MA 01230
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    94%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    91%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Lenox Hill Hospital

    100 E 77th St
    New York, NY 10075
    Recipient of 42
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Vassar Brothers Medical Center

    45 Reade Pl
    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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