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Dr. Louis J Avvento, MD

Hematology, Hospice & Palliative Medicine, Oncology
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience
Southampton Medical Oncology 640 County Road 39, Southampton, NY 11968
(631) 204-9700

Overview
Location
Expertise
Insurance

Brief Intro

Dr. Louis J. Avvento graduated from the University of Rome with a degree in medicine in 1981. During his residency, he chose to submerse himself into the oncology world because, at the time, treatments were limited and patient care was extremely challenging. He wanted to be a part of a healthcare revolution to change the lives of oncology patients for the better and has found it to be the most rewarding career he could have chosen. After completing his fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at Stony Brook University, Dr. Avvento began a private practice in Riverhead as a solo practitioner with a nurse and receptionist – a staff of three. The practice eventually grew to a staff of forty-five oncology professionals. Dr. Avvento chose the East End of Long Island because in 1988, there were no other practices around. He created a more convenient and comfortable situation for patients. Dr. Avvento is board certified in four specialties including Internal Medicine, Hematology and Hospice, Medical Oncology and Palliative Care. He currently serves as the Medical Director of East End Hospice in Westhampton, NY, is the Director of Palliative Care at Peconic Bay Medical Center in Riverhead, NY and a board member of Fighting Chance. Through the years, Dr. Avvento has received multiple awards in recognition of his outstanding performance and achievements in the field. Accolades include: “Best Doctors on Long Island’ –Newsday, 2008; “Physician of the Year” –Peconic Bay Medical Center, 2005; “Best Doctors” –New York Magazine, 2004/2008; Castle Connolly Top Doctors: New York Metro Area – 2002 to 2008, 2010 to 2014; Patient’ Choice 5th Anniversary Award – 2012; Patients’ Choice Award – 2008 to 2012, 2014; and Compassionate Doctor Recognition – 2010 to 2012."

Education Background

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Univ Degli Studi G Dannunzio Chieti-Pescara Scu Di Med E Sci Della Salute - 1981

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Location & Hours

Southampton Medical Oncology
640 County Road 39, Southampton, NY 11968
Mon:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Oncology
Hematology
Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Conditions Addressed

Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Rectal, Abdomen, Small Intestines, or Colon Cancer
Gastric Cancer
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Malignant Neoplasm of Colon
Prostate Cancer
Melanoma
Cervical Cancer
Laryngeal Cancer
Liver Cancer
Malignant Neoplasm of Female Breast
Pancreatic Cancer
Lung Cancer
Skin Cancer
Bladder Cancer
Breast Neoplasm, Malignant
Hemolytic Anemia
Kidney Cancer
Leukemia
Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
Ovarian Cancer
Malignant Neoplasm of Female Genitourinary Organs
Testicular Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Anemia
Multiple Myeloma

Procedures Performed

Chemotherapy
Blood transfusion

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

HealthFirst (NY)
UnitedHealthcare
Cigna-HealthSpring
Cigna
Medicare
AARP
CHAMPVA
Empire Plan
Meritain Health
Aetna
HealthSmart
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Molina Healthcare
1199SEIU
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Wellcare
Contra Costa Health Plan
Piedmont Community Health Plan
Fidelis Care (NY)
EmblemHealth

Cancer 43
Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 31
Orthopedics 75
Neurology & Neurosurgery 60
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 75
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 91
Diabetes & Endocrinology 44
Children's Hospital 22
Urology 87
Psychiatry 103
Geriatrics 82
Rehabilitation 38
Obsterics & Gynecology 17
Ophthalmology 4
Ear, Nose & Throat 11
Rheumatology 2
Long Term Care 3
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 60