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Salomon Tendler, MD, PhD

Salomon Tendler, MD, PhD

Genitourinary Medical Oncologist

Areas of Expertise

Conditions I Treat

  • Prostate cancer and conditions
  • Genitourinary cancers and conditions

My Specialties

  • Radioligand therapy
  • Clinical trials
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Dr. Tendler's Office Information
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Get to Know Me

I am a genitourinary medical oncologist with specialized training in cancers that affect the urinary tract and reproductive organs. I focus particularly on diagnosing and treating prostate cancer. I see patients at the Sidney Kimmel Center for Prostate and Urologic Cancer at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) in New York City.

This provider is part of a team that was ranked #1 in the nation for Urology Cancer Care this year by U.S. News & World Report.

I became a physician-scientist to explore complex biological questions and to help people during one of the most challenging times in their lives. It is an honor and a privilege to offer support, guidance, and hope as they navigate their cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Every person is unique, and I will tailor your treatment plan based on the latest data. I believe in clear communication and will ensure you fully understand your options so you can make informed decisions based on your goals and values.

When you come to see me, you can expect to be heard. I take the time to listen carefully and address all your concerns. My goal is to create a space where you feel respected, informed, and supported every step of the way.

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My research focuses on developing improved radiotheranostic agents for prostate, lung, and neuroendocrine cancers. Radiotheranostics combines molecular imaging with targeted radionuclide therapy—a treatment that uses radioactive substances to seek out and destroy cancer cells. These cancers can sometimes evolve—such as when prostate cancer transforms into a neuroendocrine form—and my research will create better tools for diagnosing and treating these challenging cases. Ultimately, the goal is to detect and treat cancer more accurately while reducing harm to healthy tissue.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, classical music, and attending performances at the opera and the New York Philharmonic. I also like to stay active by playing tennis and chess.

What I Do at MSK

I'm a genitourinary (GU) medical oncologist, which is a cancer doctor who specializes in genitourinary (jeh-nih-toh-YOOR-ih-nayr-ee) cancers. This includes bladder, kidney, penis, prostate, and testicular cancers.

  • Assistant Attending Physician
Areas of Expertise

Conditions I Treat

  • Prostate cancer and conditions
  • Genitourinary cancers and conditions

My Specialties

  • Radioligand therapy
  • Clinical trials
Education & Honors

Education

  • MD, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
  • PhD, Karolinska Institute

Residencies

  • Karolinska University Hospital

Fellowships

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
  • Karolinska University Hospital

Board Certifications

  • Medical Oncology (Sweden)

Awards and Honors

  • Young Investigator Award, Prostate Cancer Foundation (2024)
  • Young Investigator Award, Tactical Award Prostate Cancer Foundation (2022)
  • Swedish American Foundation Award (2021, 2024)
  • Druckenmiller Center for Lung Cancer Research Fellowship Award (2022)
  • Young Investigator Award, Center for Experimental Therapeutics (2023)

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

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Anthem BCBS Health Plus

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

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Horizon Medicare Advantage

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, HMO

Healthfirst Medicare Advantage

In Network Coverage Type
HMO, PPO

Fidelis Medicare Advantage

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program

In Network Coverage Type
HMO, PPO

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Blue Cross Blue Shield states outside of NY/NJ

In Network Coverage Type
HMO, EPO PPO, POS

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Carrum Health

In Network Coverage Type
Supplemental

Cigna

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, HMO

Connecticare

In Network Coverage Type
POS, EPO, HMO

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

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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

First Health

In Network Coverage Type
PPO

Husky CT Medicaid

In Network Coverage Type
State Government

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

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)

In Network Coverage Type
PPO

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

In Network Coverage Type
EPO

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

In Network Coverage Type
EPO

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NYC Medicare Advantage Plus for City Employees

In Network Coverage Type
TBD

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

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

Don't see your carrier or plan? We can help you understand your coverage.

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. Tendler sees patients at one location.

Office Phone
Location
New York, NY
Sidney Kimmel Center for Prostate and Urologic Cancers
353 East 68th Street New York NY 10065
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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. Tendler’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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