Seema Varma, MD

Seema Varma, MD

Medical Oncology, Hematology

Language(s): English, Hindi, Marathi, Gujrati, Urdu

Education
University of Mumbai
Residency
Northwell Health/Staten Island University hospital, New York
Fellowship
Northwell Health/Staten Island University hospital, New York
Honors
Patient’s Choice Award & 2012 Patient’s Choice and Compassionate Care Award. Fellow Physician Research Award. NSLIJ Staten Island University Hospital. First Prize: Annual Research Competition. NSLIJ Staten Island University Hospital First Prize: Annual Academy of Richmond Research Competition. Honorable Research Award, Academy of Richmond Annual Meeting. Honorable Award: Resident Teacher of the Year. Research Appreciation Award: Staten Island University Hospital. Pfizer Medal for first rank in medical school.
Member
Cancer Committee, Community Medical Center. American Society of Clinical Oncology. American Society of Hematology. American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
Leadership
Previous Chairwoman, Medical Education, Richmond County Chapter, Medical Society of State of New York. Comprehensive Cancer Center Steering Committee. Performance Improvement and Utilization Review Committees.

"Guided by several years of clinical experience and unwavering passion, my vision is to help you lead the fight against cancer by delivering personalized, compassionate care that transforms lives. I strive to advance cutting-edge research, integrate innovative treatment modalities, and ensure access to the highest standard of care for you. Integration of my palliative care skills allows for a patient and family-focused holistic approach to improve your quality of life. I aim to build long term patient-physician relationships based on trust, continuity, communication, and mutual understanding. As we move forward, I remain dedicated to empowering patients and families, fostering collaboration across the healthcare community, and making a lasting impact in the global quest to conquer cancer."


Seeing patients in:
Toms River - 601 Route 37 West, Suite 101  
Old Bridge - 21 Angela Dr, Suite 201 



Patient Reviews

  • "It was my first time going there. The staff and Doctor Varma were fantastic. I didn’t even have to wait to be seen even though I was early to my appointment."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-05-30)
  • "Dr Varma and her staff are very caring and professional!"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-05-28)
  • "Very thorough and informative visit with clear information on prognosis and planned treatment!"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-05-09)
  • "Very nice staff! Dr Varma has wonderful bedside manners she is patient, kind, caring and makes you feel so very comfortable. She takes her time with you explaining everything thorough and makes sure you understand."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-05-04)
  • "Dr. Varma is a wonderful provider. Her empathy and sincerity for the patient is amazing. She takes the time to listen to the patient’s concerns and explains thoroughly her assessment."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-05-02)
  • "Dr Varma and her staff are exceptional. Their care and dedication was remarkable. I appreciate everything they did for me during my treatments."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-05-02)
  • "Dr. Varma was professional and kind in giving me great news yesterday. Thank you."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-05)
  • "Front desk is very helpful and welcoming. Dr. Varna was warm and welcoming and patient she answered all my concerns and questions. This was my first visit at Astera Cancer Care. The lab technician was very nice and very pleasant."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-04)
  • "Very efficient run office. Everyone was very helpful and very friendly. Absolutely LOVED Dr. Varma. I would definitely recommend this practice"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-02)
  • "I love this place , so caring and kind . The understand my fear of needles they are patient with me. I love my dr to loving kind caring ."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-03-29)