Meet Your Sarcoma Team
Benefit from the most advanced care for sarcoma at Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center in the Bronx. Here you can expect the latest treatments, guidance and support. Our expert team includes hematologists, oncologists, and other cancer specialists. You’ll receive a treatment plan tailored to your needs and the best care available for sarcomas. We’ll focus on what all cancer patients need most—healing and hope.
Team Leaders
Our experienced specialists direct our sarcoma cancer team. They ensure you receive the most effective and safe treatments for your cancer.
Katia T. Papalezova, MD
Surgical Oncologist, Department of Surgery
Team Members
Our team offers well-rounded, whole-person care. Together we help you have the best outcomes. And we’ll provide the best possible quality of life during and after your treatment.

Michelle Bina
Genetic Counselor
Evan S. Garfein, MD
Chief, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
David S. Geller, MD
Vice-Chairman, Strategy and Innovation
Bang H. Hoang, MD
Co-Director, Orthopedic Oncology

Lutritia James , Patient Navigator
Susan D. Klugman, MD
Director, Reproductive and Medical Genetics
Nitin Ohri, MD
Associate Professor, Radiation Oncology
Stuart H. Packer, MD
Clinical Director, Medical Oncology Service, Weiler Campus
Yvonne Saenger, MD
Co-Leader, Cancer Therapeutics, Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center
Rui Yang, MD
Director, Orthopedic Oncology Fellowship