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Dr. Tessa Cigler, MD

Dr. Tessa Cigler, MD

Hematology & Oncology*
20+ years of experience
(212) 235-1519

Dr. Tessa Cigler, MD is a hematologist oncologist in New York, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Cigler has extensive experience in Breast Neoplasms. She graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 2001. She is affiliated with Weill Cornell Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 193 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (193 reviews)
(212) 235-1519
Telehealth AvailableAccepting New Patients
1283 York Ave # 4
New York, NY 10065

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Breast Center at Weill Cornell Medicine1283 York Ave # 4 New York, NY 10065
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(212) 235-1519

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise • Dr. Cigler specializes in the area of Medical Oncology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews • Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews

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Dr. Cigler's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cigler

4.8
193 ratings, 146 with a written review
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As always informative and reassuring
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 02, 2025
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Comforting and comprehensive
I found the visit with Dr. Cigler comforting and comprehensive. She had clearly reviewed all the previous data and results from my previous tests and surgery. Dr. Cigler explained the process she used to determine the appropriate care for me. Her explanations were thorough and clear. She explained my options. We discussed the choice I made and why it was right for me and my future health.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 22, 2025
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It was great. She is so wonderful. She goes over everything and explains if I did not understand. She makes sure I am up to date on my medications and other appointments. Dr. Cigler did not rush through my appointment. I recommend her very highly.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 06, 2025
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I'm in good hands
I always have a good experience with Dr Cigler. She's been my oncologist for 11 years and I always get the best of care. She doesn't rush your visit with her and she takes her time to speak with you and address any issues or concerns that you may have.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Feb 02, 2025
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Great medical oncologist.
Dr. Cigler is a great medical oncologist, very knowledgeable, smart, very nice as a person. She explains everything in a simple way that any patient would understand easily, cares about her patients a lot. Ask if any questions and give plenty of time to the patient. I had a great experience seeing Dr. Cigler. I’m so glad that I picked her as my medical oncologist. Also it was no wait time at all she was waiting for me the time for the appointment. I totally recommend Dr. Cigler.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Hayat – Jan 19, 2025
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Dr. Tessa Cigler MD
Together, Dr. Tessa Cigler, M.D. and Weill Cornell Medical Center exemplify the highest standards of medical care. I am incredibly thankful for their unwavering support and dedication, which have made a profound impact on my health and well-being.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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B. whitacre. – Jan 18, 2025
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Lucy
Dr. Cigler is highly skilled and goes out of her way to make sure patients get best care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 05, 2025
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Caring and Knowledgeable
I have been seeing Dr. Cigler for six years. At our initial visit, she put me at ease and I knew I was in good hands. I felt that if I followed the regimen she proposed, I would be fine. I am cancer free and only see her yearly now. But she is always thorough and is sure to cover all issues.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dr. Cigler is the best! – Oct 13, 2024
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Excellent Oncologist
Dr. Cigler is not only a wonderful and caring oncologist -- very knowledgeable and very thorough, it's also very easy to talk with her and with Sarah Schneider, her Nurse Practitioner.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 04, 2024
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I’m sure she is a good doctor, but she seemed to be in a hurry and the visit felt very rushed. As a breast cancer patient I needed to feel comfortable and welcomed, which the rushed atmosphere did not provide. If it improves next time I will update my review.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 26, 2024
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5 stars
very comforting. soft spoken and very thorough in her exam and explanation of my treatment
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Beverly Sullivan – Aug 13, 2024
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Highly recommending Dr. Cigler.
Great empathic doctor in the right field! Highly recommending Dr. Cigler. She'll explain everything easy way so you can understand. She listen, observe and respond to your situation. I'm very lucky that she is my doctor!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Karolina Gardocki – Mar 08, 2024
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Very good doctor
She checks, listens and very knowledgeable. Very soft spoken and gentle.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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BS – Mar 08, 2024
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Dr. Cigler is knowledgeable and takes the time to explain issues and answers questions. She centers her conversation around your concerns and follows up with an accurate care plan.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 24, 2024
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Superior physician
Takes time, deeply familiar with treatment record. Trustworthy. I think combines the best of the new with keeping the best aspects of traditional medicine.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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HR – Feb 19, 2024
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Friendly, reassuring manner
I was very nervous and concerned about what my treatment for breast cancer would be following a lumpectomy. Dr. Cigler explained everything in a manner that was easy to understand, while providing reassurances along the way. She told me she would be with me every step of the way. I am very lucky that my tumor was caught early and I don’t have to have any chemo.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Liz – Jan 29, 2024
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Excellent DR always cordial .
Timeliness and awareness of all visits
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 22, 2024
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Excellent Doctor ,
Everything when well , she explained the process to fallow during the treatment, I am very happy she is my doctor , I am sure you all will think the same , very dedicated Doctor. Thank you for your dedication. Carmen Perez.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Carmen Pérez – Jan 01, 2024
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Telehealth
Professional and warm very focusWith the issue to be solved. Determine to follow the necessarySteps to give a clear picture of Diagnosis.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tulia Micalizzi – Dec 23, 2023
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Excellent Doctor
Dr. Cigler is an outstanding doctor. She is top in her field. I've been a patient of Dr. Cigler since 2017 her care and knowledge is outstanding.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Karen S. – Dec 03, 2023
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Dr. Cigler received her undergraduate degree from Harvard College, and her medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine. She also holds a Master's degree in Public Health from the Harvard School of Public Health. She completed her residency...read more

  • Hematology & Oncology

  • Medical Oncology

  • Hematology

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  • St Vincents Hospital Manhattan

    Internship Hospital

  • Dana Farber Cancer Institute

    Fellowship Hospital, 2007

  • Newyork-presbyterian Hospital-weill Cornell Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2004

  • Duke University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
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  • Weill Cornell Medical Center

    525 E 68th St
    New York, NY 10065
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards
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