Dr. Hadar Goldvaser

Dr. Hadar Goldvaser, MD, is a medical oncologist specializing in breast cancer treatment and research, seeing patients at Memorial Sloan Kettering Nassau. His clinical focus centers on caring for younger women with breast cancer and individuals who carry BRCA gene mutations, which are associated with an elevated risk of breast and ovarian cancer. Dr. Goldvaser brings a patient-centered approach to his practice, tailoring treatment to each person's specific cancer diagnosis, coexisting health conditions, and personal goals and life circumstances. He collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, radiologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, and supportive care specialists to provide comprehensive cancer care.

Dr. Goldvaser is actively involved in breast cancer research, with a focus on addressing common clinical dilemmas in treatment. He has led several high-impact studies aimed at better quantifying the risks of common breast cancer therapies and defining treatment effectiveness across different clinical settings. His research highlights the risk-benefit balance of various therapies and is designed to support more informed treatment decisions for patients and clinicians alike. He views his research as directly connected to the quality of clinical care he delivers, using findings from his investigations to refine and improve his practice.

For patients who are BRCA carriers, Dr. Goldvaser recognizes that care extends well beyond the immediate treatment of cancer. These individuals often face additional considerations, including coping with a diagnosis at a younger age, decisions regarding risk-reducing surgery, fertility preservation, and long-term surveillance. He is committed to addressing each person's unique needs with compassion and thoroughness, ensuring patients feel supported at every stage of their journey. His dedication to his patients extends beyond diagnosis and treatment, as he strives to be a consistent source of guidance, answers, and support throughout the entire process.