About Allan Norman Krutchik, MD

I was born and raised in the Bronx , New York. During college at Long Island University, I worked summers as a waiter in the Catskill Mountains. There, I gained a wonderful experience in dealing with all different types of personalities .This work ethic greatly helped me in medical school and in my medical career. I been married to my loving wife Paula for 45 years. I have two wonderful sons, Evan and Laurence. I also have two dogs and a Persian kitten. My all time favorite movie is The Godfather.

• Clinical Interests

  I am a breast medical oncologist with a research interest in innovative clinical trials. My special interest is in advanced breast cancer especially triple negative breast cancer. This research will include a new form of therapy, immunotherapy which is generally less toxic than conventional chemotherapy.

• Research Interests

  Early and advanced triple negative breast cancer. Preoperative chemotherapy. Her 2 positive breast cancer. Hormonal therapy of early and advanced breast cancer.

• Philosophy of Care

  The patient and their families always come first. I always approach the patient as one with many needs including emotional support and encouragement to forge ahead in a positive way. I make myself available when needed to the patients and their families.

• Specialties

  Medical Hematology / Oncology