Dr. Richard S. MatulewiczCI

I am a Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center fellowship-trained urologic oncologist and health services researcher with expertise in the open, robotic, and endoscopic surgical treatment of urologic cancers (testicular, kidney, bladder, and prostate).

I have a particular interest in improving the way we diagnose and treat people with testicular cancer (germ cell tumors). I aim to accomplish this by rigorously studying the impact that various treatment strategies have on health-related quality of life, assessing new ways to integrate novel diagnostics such a micro-RNA into clinical practice, and understanding long-term outcomes of surgical treatments like retroperitoneal lymph node dissection (RPLND).

In an effort to provide personalized and compassionate care to my patients, I help people find the best possible treatment that aligns with their values and priorities. I do this by empowering patients through education, taking time to address their concerns, and clearly communicating with them and their families.

I am an active member of the National Cancer Institute’s Cancer Center Cessation Initiative (C3I) Implementation Science Working Group, which allows me to work at the national level to integrate evidence-based smoking cessation practices into oncology care. I am also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

I am a native New Yorker who, when outside the clinic, makes time to enjoy all that New York City and Long Island have to offer with my wife and family. I enjoy skiing, biking, and fishing. I am also an avid fan of live music and New York sports.