Effective and Efficient Health Care 

Health issues and disorders associated with blood forming organs must be treated after correct diagnosis and an in-depth analysis of the related organs. M. H. Aly, M.D., P.C and our entire nursing staff at Hazlet, NJ and Staten Island, NY help our patients manage such diseases with the most appropriate treatment. Please take a look at detailed information about our services. 

Clinical Laboratory

Our Medical Laboratory Technicians provide patients with state of the art laboratory testing services here in our offices. These tests provide immediate, accurate information, enabling your physician to prescribe the appropriate treatment in a timely manner. Our laboratory capabilities and systems are continuously updated, ensuring all of our patients receive optimum care. The benefits of our in-office laboratory include: on-site drawing, immediate CBC results (NY Office only), genetic testing capability and the preparation of bone marrow biopsy slides. Consistently demonstrating attention to detail and strong analytical judgment, our lab staff ensures our patients receive effective, efficient health care.

Genetic Counseling

Cancer research shows that early detection, along with proactive medical care, has been proven to help reduce cancer risk. As hereditary and genetic factors may play a role in health issues such as cancer, our physicians are aggressive in their analysis of these factors. In every family, certain traits are shared and passed on from one generation to the next. Most obvious are physical traits; less obvious are inherited genetic traits that control the tendency to develop specific diseases, such as certain cancers. In the event factors are found indicating a genetic predisposition, our physicians may recommend genetic testing. This is currently available for individuals thought to be at high risk for breast, ovarian, colon, rectal and endometrial cancer, as well as melanoma. If you are interested in determining whether your family history indicates you may have an inherited risk of these cancers, we invite you to complete our Family History Questionnaire for Common Hereditary Cancer Syndromes. Click here to download this form for completion and bring it to your next appointment for your physician’s review. 

Gene testing cannot predict whether a person will actually develop cancer. However, it can identify a disease-related gene flaw or mutation, indicating those individuals at a higher risk of being diagnosed with cancer before any symptoms appear. If testing is recommended, it will be necessary to sign an informed consent form and provide a small blood sample, which may be done in our Labs. Most insurance companies cover genetic testing services and our Lab Technologists will work with your insurance carrier to coordinate your benefits. It is important to discuss with your physician whether genetic testing is appropriate for you.

Hematology

Hematology is a distinct subspecialty of internal medicine, separate from, but often overlapping with the subspecialty of Medical Oncology. It is the field of medicine which manages the diseases associated with the blood and the blood-forming organs. Blood disorders can affect the production of blood and its components such as blood cells, blood proteins and the mechanisms of coagulation. Our physicians treat patients with various hematologic diagnoses. Among those we treat are Anemia, ITP, Myelodysplastic Syndrome, Lymphoma and Leukemia, along with clotting and other blood disorders.

We Offer Many Hematology-Related Services Such As: 

• Bone marrow biopsies
• Common lab tests such as CBCs and PT (INR)
• Intravenous infusions of iron for patients with iron deficiency anemia
• The monitoring of blood clotting for patients on anticoagulants through our coumadin (warfarin) program

All of the physicians and nurses in our office are committed to maintaining excellence in care for patients with both oncology and hematology-related diseases.

Information Technology

I know med (ikm) EHR

Implemented in 2011, our Electronic Health Records (EHR) System streamlines the entire patient visit, from check-in through billing, providing more thorough and efficient medical care for our patients. This system enables our physicians to update and review patient charts quickly and be assured that they are accurate, complete and legible. It also provides for “e-prescribing”-the electronic forwarding of prescriptions to your pharmacy for immediate pick up; and the convenience of your pharmacy contacting your physician electronically to request prescription refills. Faster, safer and more efficient, this system automatically checks your prescriptions for drug interactions, alerting your physician to any possible allergy conflicts. Our EHR system also provides for messaging within the practice, improving the internal communication of our staff. We are privileged to be at the forefront in the use of many high technology applications. Our EHR is constantly upgraded to the latest version released from our practice
management system.

Our patients may register at our offices for ikm, a secure electronic patient portal developed through our Electronic Medical Records system. This will allow patients to access their latest vital sign records, diagnosis, problem list, medications allergies and clinical results by simply logging on to the ikm website.

Our nursing staff is highly trained in the usage of the EHR and all electronic systems to ensure patient records are updated and maintained properly. They have access to records through our electronic health records so that during treatment, all aspects of patient care may be monitored for comprehensive care.

Through our Laboratory Interface System with Quest Labs, our Lab Technologists are assured of the transmittal and receipt of lab results efficiently and accurately.

Our Precertification Coordinator submits your information electronically to insurance companies, resulting in rapid, efficient approval for the precertification of all outpatient radiology scans.

The EHR generates accurate patient bills by automatically tracking visits and verifying services have been recorded appropriately.

We consistently research new developments throughout our practice for technological advances. The integration of many new systems keeps our practice at the forefront in patient care.

Infusion Center

Our Practice is currently an infusion center for the prescription medications, Prolia®, Reclast®, Boniva® and Lupron®. These medications, which are not oncology or hematology-related, are given intravenously. This service is available not only for our established patients, but for anyone outside of our practice in need of these infusions.

In advance of your appointment for these infusion medications, we will verify your insurance benefits and determine if prior authorization, precertification and a co-payment is required. As a courtesy to patients, we will enroll them in any co-pay assistance programs that may be available.

Oncology Nurses

Our staff of compassionate oncology nurses is trained in the administration of cutting edge chemotherapy regimens. Educating patients, our nurses provide them with information and guidance throughout
their treatments.

Prior to the initiation of chemotherapy, each patient will have a one-on-one detailed chemotherapy education session with one of our nurse practitioners or oncology nurses. This session will include discussing the possible side effects of the specific drugs you will receive, as well as the necessary information you will need to avoid any complications associated with the administration of the chemotherapy. Each patient will be navigated through the process regarding the scheduling of all appointments; reviewing our office policies and procedures; and touring the infusion area. This appointment provides the opportunity for patients and their loved ones to ask questions and address any concerns they may have prior to their first chemotherapy treatment.  

Realizing the importance of a trusting and caring relationship with the patients they treat, our nurses are dedicated to ensuring that each patient’s emotional, as well as physical needs are met. Working with our Oncology Pharmacist, the nurses keep apprised of the latest treatment options available for our patients. Many also maintain their National Oncology Certification and attend seminars, conferences and educational programs on a regular basis. Our nurses are dedicated to treating our patients and acting as patient advocates through the implementation of detailed plans of care to help patients and their loved ones establish and achieve their goals.