Nikhil Premparkash Uppal, M.B.B.S.

Hematology/Oncology

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Personal Statement

I have been practicing hematology and medical oncology for almost two decades. It is a privileged journey that requires a partnership with patients, family members, nurses, and staff in order to be successful. I help patients navigate the best treatment plan to reach their goals, while always ensuring access to the best experts, diagnostics, and treatments available.

Biographical Info

Dr. Nikhil Uppal is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College in the Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology. He is the Site Director for Hematology/Oncology at NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital. He has experience with clinical and translational research studies and a special interest in pancreatic malignancies and lymphomas. Dr. Uppal sees patients at both the Weill Cornell Upper East Side and Lower Manhattan Campuses, and is accepting new patients.      

Dr. Uppal completed his Internal Medicine Residency at the University of Rochester and his Hematology/Oncology fellowship at Strong Memorial University Hospital. Prior to joining Weill Cornell Medicine, Dr. Uppal worked for New York University Langone Arena Oncology. He is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and the American Society of Hematology (ASH).

Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine (Hematology)
American Board of Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
Education 
  • M.D.
    B.J. Medical College (India)
    1999
  • M.B.,B.S.
    University of Pune Medical College (India)
    1995
Appointments 
  • Assistant Attending Physician
    NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
  • Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine
    Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University

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