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Efrat Luttwak

Efrat Luttwak, MD, MPH

Lymphoma Specialist

5.0 | 95 reviews

Areas of Expertise

Conditions I Treat

  • Hodgkin lymphoma (Hodgkin’s disease)
  • Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)
  • Follicular zone lymphoma

My Specialties

  • Immunotherapy
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Get to Know Me

I’m a hematologist-oncologist who specializes in the care of people diagnosed with lymphoma, a type of cancer that starts in blood cells called lymphocytes. I see patients at Memorial Hospital and the David H. Koch Center for Cancer Care at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) in Manhattan, and MSK Commack on Long Island.

My career began with a dual degree in medicine and a master’s in public health from the Jerusalem Hebrew University in 2012. Since then, I have been engaged in both clinical practice and research, with a special focus on lymphoma. From my residency and fellowship at Tel Aviv-Sourasky Medical Center in Israel, to an advanced fellowship at MSK, I have gained invaluable experience and expertise.

I focus on providing comprehensive care for people with various types of lymphoma, including Diffuse large B cell lymphoma, follicular, marginal and mantle cell lymphoma. I believe in a patient-centered approach that blends the latest research with compassionate care. A cancer diagnosis can cause anxiety and uncertainty, and I strive to support my patients and their families at every step of the way. My goal is to develop treatment plans that are effective and tailored to each person’s unique needs and circumstances.

My research is driven by a passion for advancing lymphoma care and improving patient outcomes. I am dedicated to exploring innovative treatments for lymphomas and understanding the biology of these diseases. My work has included studying the biology of follicular lymphoma transformation, aiming to predict and eventually prevent it, as well as investigating resistance mechanisms in CAR T cell therapy.

Outside of the office, I enjoy spending time with my family, running, hiking, and reading. I look forward to meeting you and working together to achieve the best possible outcomes for your health and well-being.

What I Do at MSK

A lymphoma specialist is a doctor with special training in diagnosing and treating lymphoma.

  • Assistant Attending Physician
Areas of Expertise

Conditions I Treat

  • Hodgkin lymphoma (Hodgkin’s disease)
  • Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)
  • Follicular zone lymphoma
  • Diffuse large b-cell lymphoma (DLBCL)
  • Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL)
  • Mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue lymphoma (MALT)
  • Marginal zone lymphomas
  • Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)
  • T cell lymphoma
  • Lymphoma

My Specialties

  • Immunotherapy
Education & Honors

Education

  • MD, Jerusalem Hebrew University at the Hadassah Medical Center, Israel
  • MPH, Jerusalem Hebrew University at the Hadassah Medical Center, Israel

Residencies

  • Internal Medicine, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Israel

Fellowships

  • Hematology Oncology, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Israel
  • Lymphoma, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine and Hematology Oncology, Israel Ministry of Health

Awards and Honors

  • Abstract Achievement Award, American Society of Hematology (2023)
  • The Rosenblatt Foundation Scholarship, Claire and E.G. Rosenblatt Foundation, Israel Cancer Association (2022)
  • The Parasol Scholarship, The Parasol Center for Women’s Cancer Research (2018)

Insurance Information

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Aetna

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HMO, EPO PPO, POS, Transplant

Aetna Medicare Advantage (MTA and NYC retirees only)

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PPO

Anthem BCBS and other BCBS licensee plans

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, EPO, HMO

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Anthem BCBS Health Plus

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HMO

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Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program

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HMO, PPO

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Blue Cross Blue Shield states outside of NY/NJ

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HMO, EPO PPO, POS

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Carrum Health

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Supplemental

Cigna

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PPO, POS, HMO

Connecticare

In Network Coverage Type
POS, EPO, HMO

First Health

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PPO

Straight NJ Medicaid

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State Government

Straight NY Medicaid

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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

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HMO

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

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, HMO

Empire Essential

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HMO

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

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PPO

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Fidelis

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HMO, EPO

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Fidelis Managed Medicaid & HARP

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HMO

Fidelis Medicare Advantage

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HMO

Healthfirst

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EPO, HMO, PPO, POS

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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

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Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (PPO)

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PPO

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

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EPO

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

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EPO

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Horizon Medicare Advantage

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PPO, HMO

Husky CT Medicaid

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State Government

Magnacare

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PPO, POS, EPO

Medicare Part A&B (traditional Medicare)

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Federal Government

Metroplus

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HMO

City Employee Health Plans (Gold and Gold Care)

Multiplan/Beech Street/PHCS

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Supplemental

MVP

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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

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TBD

Oscar

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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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Contact and Location

Dr. Luttwak sees patients at three locations.

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New York, NY
Commack, NY
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
1275 York Avenue New York NY 10065
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David H. Koch Center for Cancer Care at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
530 East 74th Street New York NY 10021
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Commack Nonna’s Garden Foundation Center
650 Commack Road Commack NY 11725
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Research and Publications

Publications on PubMed

Visit PubMed for a full listing of Dr. Luttwak’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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5.0 95 reviews

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Mar 18, 2025

Outstanding service very professional

Mar 13, 2025

Do not hesitate if you have been determined to have any type of Cancer simply request MSK Memorial referal

Mar 11, 2025

God bless sloan Kettering Hospital

Mar 11, 2025

The staff is so understanding and KIND. I could see this with other patients as I was waiting to talk with my doctor. Great team !!

Mar 11, 2025

She is a great psychologist in addition to her main specialty of oncology.

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