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Borys R. Mychalczak, MD

Areas of Expertise

Conditions I Treat

  • Prostate cancer and conditions
  • Lung cancer
  • Head and neck cancers

My Specialties

  • Brachytherapy
  • Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT)
  • Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT)
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Get to Know Me

I am a radiation oncologist who cares for people with a variety of cancers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Westchester and Memorial Sloan Kettering Bergen. I am particularly focused on prostate cancer, breast cancer, and gynecologic cancers.

I am an expert in the most sophisticated forms of radiation therapy, including stereotactic body radiosurgery, brachytherapy, intensity-modulated radiation therapy, and image-guided radiation therapy. I see approximately 350 new patients each year.

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Growing up, I loved watching the popular medical drama Marcus Welby, M.D., and thought I would be a general internist just like Dr. Welby was. But when my grandmother was diagnosed with cancer, I decided to go into oncology. In medical school I attended a lecture on radiation oncology that inspired me to narrow my focus. Through radiation oncology, I realized, I could combine my interests in mathematics, physics, and cancer care.

I have been with MSK for more than 30 years. As Chief of Radiation Oncology at MSK Westchester and MSK Bergen, I work hard to integrate the latest and most advanced forms of therapy into our practice. I’m passionate about providing our patients with the most cutting-edge therapies and treatments, closer to home. Together with our exceptional medical physicists and support staff, we collaborate closely with our colleagues across all MSK facilities to ensure that everyone we treat receives the best possible care. 

I am a member of the prostate cancer research team in the Department of Radiation Oncology and participate in various clinical trials at MSK and nationally. I have also served on many committees, including the Oral Board Examination Committee of the American Board of Radiology.

When I first meet patients, I strive to learn what they already know or may have heard about their diagnosis and radiation therapy. I aim to clear up any misconceptions and deliver a clear explanation of their issue and how we’re going to work to resolve it. I know my patients receive an extraordinary amount of information about their condition that can be overwhelming at times, so I encourage them to take treatment one day at a time.

When I’m not working, I love being a dad to my 6-year-old son and 11-year-old daughter. I also love gardening and reading and am particularly interested in financial nonfiction.

What I Do at MSK

A radiation oncologist is a cancer doctor with special training in using radiation therapy (RT) to treat cancer with radiation.

  • Chief, Radiation Oncology, MSK Westchester & MSK Bergen
Areas of Expertise

Conditions I Treat

  • Prostate cancer and conditions
  • Lung cancer
  • Head and neck cancers
  • Breast cancers and conditions
  • Gynecologic cancers and conditions
  • Colorectal cancer and conditions

My Specialties

  • Brachytherapy
  • Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT)
  • Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT)
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS)
Education & Honors

Education

  • MD, Wayne State University

Residencies

  • Radiation Oncology - Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Board Certifications

  • Radiation Oncology

Insurance Information

Understanding your insurance options is an important part of managing your cancer care. We have relationships with many common healthcare providers and plans.

Aetna

In Network Coverage Type
HMO, EPO PPO, POS, Transplant

Aetna Medicare Advantage (MTA and NYC retirees only)

In Network Coverage Type
PPO

Anthem BCBS and other BCBS licensee plans

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, EPO, HMO

Anthem BCBS Health Plus

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program

In Network Coverage Type
HMO, PPO

Blue Cross Blue Shield states outside of NY/NJ

In Network Coverage Type
HMO, EPO PPO, POS

Carrum Health

In Network Coverage Type
Supplemental

Cigna

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, HMO

Connecticare

In Network Coverage Type
POS, EPO, HMO

First Health

In Network Coverage Type
PPO

Straight NJ Medicaid

In Network Coverage Type
State Government

Straight NY Medicaid

In Network Coverage Type
State Government

Emblem

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, EPO, HMO

Offers a qualified health plan from the Health Insurance Marketplace. Call Emblem to learn more.

Emblem Essential

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

Emblem Medicare Advantage (Medicare Choice PPO Network and VIP Prime Network Only)

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, HMO

Empire Essential

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

Empire Plan / NYSHIP (Blue Cross/UnitedHealthcare split plan)

In Network Coverage Type
PPO

Fidelis

In Network Coverage Type
HMO, EPO

Offers a qualified health plan from the Health Insurance Marketplace. Call Fidelis to learn more.

Fidelis Managed Medicaid & HARP

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

Fidelis Medicare Advantage

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

Healthfirst

In Network Coverage Type
EPO, HMO, PPO, POS

Offers a qualified health plan from the Health Insurance Marketplace. Call Healthfirst to learn more.

Healthfirst Managed Medicaid

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

Healthfirst Medicare Advantage

In Network Coverage Type
HMO, PPO

Healthsmart

In Network Coverage Type
PPO EPO

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (HMO)

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (PPO)

In Network Coverage Type
PPO

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier I (EPO)

In Network Coverage Type
EPO

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier II (EPO)

In Network Coverage Type
EPO

Horizon Medicare Advantage

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, HMO

Husky CT Medicaid

In Network Coverage Type
State Government

Magnacare

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, EPO

Medicare Part A&B (traditional Medicare)

In Network Coverage Type
Federal Government

Metroplus

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

City Employee Health Plans (Gold and Gold Care)

Multiplan/Beech Street/PHCS

In Network Coverage Type
Supplemental

MVP

In Network Coverage Type
PPO/OAP

Non-Participating Plans with Out of Network Benefits

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, EPO, HMO

NYC Medicare Advantage Plus for City Employees

In Network Coverage Type
TBD

Oscar

In Network Coverage Type
HMO/EPO

Oxford

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, EPO

World Trade Center Health Program (WTC)

In Network Coverage Type
State Government

Qualcare

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, HMO

Tricare

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, HMO

UMR

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS

United Healthcare

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, HMO

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If you don't have health insurance or are worried that your care may not be fully covered, our financial assistance programs may be able to help.

If you have questions about insurance, call us at 646-497-9176.

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Contact and Location

Dr. Mychalczak sees patients at one location.

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Location
West Harrison, NY
500 Westchester Avenue West Harrison NY 10604
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Colleagues

Doctors at Memorial Sloan Kettering work as teams, with specialists from all different areas. This allows us to consider all your needs together, and to give you the best possible care.

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Clinical Trials

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Find a Clinical Trial for You

Memorial Sloan Kettering's doctors and scientists are constantly developing new treatments for cancer. MSK is typically running hundreds of clinical trials at a given time.

You may be able to participate in a clinical trial even if you are new to MSK. Search our online directory to find trial information and see more about who can participate.

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Research and Publications

Publications on PubMed

Visit PubMed for a full listing of Dr. Mychalczak’s journal articles. Pubmed is an online index of research papers and other articles from the US National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health.

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Patient Reviews

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4.9 423 reviews

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  • 4.9 Trusts Provider with Care
  • 4.9 Provider Listened Carefully
  • 4.9 Likelihood of Recommending Provider
Mar 25, 2025

I feel very comfortable and relieved with the doctors input and treatment plan. I look forward to coming back.


Mar 24, 2025

Dr. Borys Mychalczak has been treating me for Prostate Cancer by administering Hormone Therapy along with beam radiation. Under his treatment I made significant progress. He is very sincere and devoted to his patients. Ms. Lisa RN is a Team member who assists him. She treats me with kindness and compassionate care. I am very fortunate to be under their care. Thank you. - [patient name removed]


Mar 24, 2025

Dr. M took time to explain options and probable side effect and outcome differences. He is following up by requesting and viewing MRI from previous provider. Very positive telehealth visit.


Mar 20, 2025

Dr. Borys Mychalczak was prepared for the telemedicine consult, explained how studies support his treatment plan, and engaged in a conversation on the staging of my cancer and the pros & cons of a radiologic approach to treatment. I enjoyed talking with Dr. Mychalczak and appreciate his time. He seems very good.


Mar 19, 2025

The doctor was personable ,knowledgeable and informative. He reassured me about my condition in a very professional and sensitive manner. The rest of the staff that I encountered were great as well.


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Disclosures

Doctors and faculty members often work with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology, and life sciences companies, and other organizations outside of MSK, to find safe and effective cancer treatments, to improve patient care, and to educate the health care community.

MSK requires doctors and faculty members to report (“disclose”) the relationships and financial interests they have with external entities. As a commitment to transparency with our community, we make that information available to the public.

Borys R. Mychalczak discloses the following relationships and financial interests:

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