For Referring Providers
HPB Surgical Oncology Consultations
Dr. Correa provides consultations for complex hepatobiliary and upper GI oncology cases and communicates findings back to the referring provider directly.
Clinical Focus
Conditions We Evaluate
Dr. Correa accepts referrals for all hepatobiliary and upper GI oncology conditions, including:
How to Request a Consultation
Phone
(212) 523-8887Fax
(212) 523-4720
Epic/MyChart
Search Camilo Correa in Mount Sinai Epic to send an eReferral directly.
What to Expect
The Consultation Process
Submit Consultation Request
Call, fax, or Epic eReferral. Include reason for consultation and contact info.
Appointment Scheduled
Our team contacts your patient within 24–48 hours for routine cases; same day for urgent referrals.
Consultation & Review
Dr. Correa reviews imaging and pathology prior to appointment. Complex cases are presented at HPB Tumor Board.
Direct Communication
A consultation note is sent to the referring provider promptly. Dr. Correa is available for direct provider-to-provider discussion when needed.
Clinical Guidance
When to Refer
Early referral improves outcomes for most HPB malignancies. The following are indications where prompt HPB surgical oncology consultation is appropriate.
Pancreatic Cancer & Cysts
- Any resectable or borderline resectable pancreatic mass
- IPMN with worrisome features or high-risk stigmata
- Peri-ampullary tumors
- Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors >1–2 cm
- Locally advanced disease prior to neoadjuvant therapy
Liver Tumors
- Colorectal liver metastases — liver-only or liver-predominant
- HCC with adequate liver function
- Hepatic adenoma >5 cm or in women on OCPs
- Resectable liver metastases from other primaries (NET, GIST, etc.)
- Unresectable CRLM for HAI pump evaluation
Biliary Tract Cancer
- Any new diagnosis of cholangiocarcinoma (hilar, distal, intrahepatic)
- Intraductal papillary neoplasm of the bile duct (IPNB)
- Solitary or operable biliary stricture with suspicion for malignancy
- Gallbladder cancer incidentally found on cholecystectomy pathology
- Gallbladder mass on imaging with concern for cancer
Gastric & Upper GI
- Resectable gastric adenocarcinoma (any stage prior to treatment)
- Proximal gastric / GEJ tumors
- GIST >2 cm or symptomatic
- Peritoneal carcinomatosis from gastric primary being considered for cytoreductive surgery
- Abdominal or retroperitoneal sarcoma
Insurance & Access
Accepted Insurance
Dr. Correa accepts most major insurance plans through Mount Sinai Health System, including Medicare and many Medicaid plans. Our team will verify insurance coverage and benefits when scheduling your patient and will contact you if there are any issues.
Out-of-state and international patients are welcome. Telemedicine consultations are available for second opinion review when the patient cannot travel to New York.
Urgent Cases
Expedited Access
For time-sensitive cases — including incidental gallbladder cancer, obstructing biliary tumors, or rapidly progressing disease — please call our office directly and identify the referral as urgent. We will arrange prompt evaluation.
(212) 523-8887 — Urgent ReferralsContact Us
Phone, fax, or Epic eReferral — whatever is most convenient. We will communicate back to you promptly.