Robert F. Tassan, MD
Board Certifications: Hematology, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
Languages: English
Locations: Westwood, NJ
Call Westwood, NJ: (201) 383-4840
While benign hematology conditions may seem overwhelming, many of them are manageable with the right care. Robert F. Tassan, MD, is a hematologist who serves patients at Regional Cancer Care Associates (RCCA) in Westwood, NJ. He provides coordinated management and advanced procedures to help patients manage benign conditions effectively, improving their quality of life. Contact RCCA in Westwood to schedule your appointment.
Clinical Interests and expertise
Dr. Tassan specializes in treating benign hematological conditions. He provides advanced care for a variety of non-malignant blood disorders, including:
- Iron-deficiency anemia
- Underproduction syndromes
- Overproduction syndromes
- Thrombosis
- Blood clotting disorders
- Bleeding disorders
For these and other diagnoses, Dr. Tassan performs bone marrow biopsies. This is a quick outpatient procedure that provides invaluable diagnostic information about whether the bone marrow is healthy and producing enough blood cells. He also provides treatment management and coordination. His efforts help patients’ care teams work together to provide the quality care they need to feel better.
Professional Background and Academic Achievements
During his fellowship, Dr. Tassan was awarded the Melvyn H. Motolinsky Outstanding Fellow Award. Administered by the Melvyn H. Motolinsky Research Foundation, this award is reserved for doctors in fellowship training who demonstrate exceptional clinical performance and a dedication to delivering outstanding hematology care. In addition, Dr. Tassan served as Chief Fellow, reflecting his leadership and dedication to advancing excellence in patient care and medical education.
Education & Training
- Medical school: University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 1999
- Internship: UMDNJ Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2000
- Residency: UMDNJ Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2002
- Fellowship: UMDNJ Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Hematology/Oncology, 2005
- Board certifications: Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Hematology
About Robert F. Tassan
Dr. Tassan chose to specialize in benign hematology because he saw a need. The population of New Jersey residents who struggle with hematologic conditions is underserved, making it difficult to access the level of care they need to thrive. Dr. Tassan stepped in to make this care available. “I was also drawn by the complexity of addressing many of these conditions,” he adds. Devising an effective treatment plan for complicated needs is frequently satisfying.
In patient care, Dr. Tassan focuses on agency. He wants to empower patients to share in decision-making regarding their treatment, and to reassure them that their conditions are not malignant or cancerous. This starts with communication. “Addressing all questions and concerns thoroughly is of utmost importance,” Dr. Tassan explains. “I have learned that effective communication is key to building a strong doctor-patient relationship.” When the patient fully understands their condition, they are able to make informed choices about their care.
Now is an exciting time to work in hematology. Medical advances are introducing novel ways to manage conditions that were previously more challenging to handle. With ongoing research, case studies, and discoveries almost daily, there is always something new on the horizon. “The ongoing education and self-improvement keep the field exciting,” says Dr. Tassan.
Novel treatments also provide more and better options for patients. These options make conditions more manageable and produce positive outcomes that were previously rare or impossible, giving patients real hope about the future and their ability to thrive.
Locations
Dr. Tassan is the lead physician at RCCA’s Westwood, NJ, location, which is found at 260 Old Hook Road, Suite 301, Westwood, NJ 07675. He is also affiliated with HMH Hackensack University Medical Center and Pascack Valley Medical Center
Hospital Affiliations
HMH Hackensack University Medical Center, Pascack Valley Medical Center
We are here for you
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 844-346-7222. You can also schedule an appointment by calling the RCCA location nearest you.
Regional Cancer Care Associates is one of fewer than 200 medical practices in the country selected to participate in the Oncology Care Model (OCM); a recent Medicare initiative aimed at improving care coordination and access to and quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries undergoing chemotherapy treatment.