The 20 Best Appendicitis Doctors Near Me in New York, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 254 doctor with experience in Appendicitis near New York, US. Of these, 218 are Experienced, 23 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Jennifer R. Defazio
    Elite in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    3959 Broadway, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jennifer DeFazio, MD, is a board-certified pediatric surgeon. She treats a broad range of pediatric conditions and is especially interested in the surgical management of neonatal and congenital diseases, complex anorectal disorders, metabolic disease and Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS). She is also part of the Bowel Management Program. Dr. Defazio is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Gangrene, Hirschsprung Disease, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Appendicitis
    Distinguished in Appendicitis

    Winthrop University Hospital

    259 1st St, 
    Mineola, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Katz is a Radiologist in Mineola, New York. Dr. Katz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Fecal Impaction, Intussusception in Children, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Jason T. Heckman
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery

    St Peter's Hepatobiliary/Pancreatic Surgery

    319 S Manning Blvd, Ste 304, 
    Albany, NY 
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Heckman is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Albany, New York. Dr. Heckman has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Cellulitis, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Heckman is currently accepting new patients.

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    Barbara C. Brazis
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    St. Peter's General Surgery - Suite 308

    319 S Manning Blvd, Ste 308, 
    Albany, NY 
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Barbara Brazis is a General Surgeon in Albany, New York. Dr. Brazis has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Umbilical Hernia, Breast Cancer, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Brazis is currently accepting new patients.

    Colleen M. Fitzpatrick
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Specialists At Lake Success, 1111 Marcus Avenue

    1111 MARCUS AVE, Entrance 4B, Suite M15, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Colleen Fitzpatrick is a Pediatric Surgeon in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Fitzpatrick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Necrotizing Granuloma, Pneumomediastinum, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Chethan J. Sathya
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Specialists At Lake Success, 1111 Marcus Avenue

    1111 MARCUS AVE, Entrance 4B, Suite M15, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chethan Sathya is a Pediatric Surgeon in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Sathya is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation of Lung, and Appendectomy.

    Indraneil Mukherjee
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery At Mason Avenue

    256 Mason Avenue, Building C, 3rd Floor, 
    Staten Island, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bengali, Hindi, Spanish

    Dr. Indraneil Mukherjee grew up in a pristine town of Ranchi, India. After his schooling in St. Xaviers School and DAV JVM he started his medical training at the prestigious Grant Medical College and Sir J.J. Group of Hospitals in, Mumbai. To further his training in Surgery he joined The Albert Einstein College of Medicine . He did his surgical residency at Staten Island University Hospital (State University of New York). He was also the Chief Resident at Staten Island University Hospital. For his interest in Hepato-Pancretico-Biliary and Foregut Surgery he pursued a fellowship in Advance Gastrointestinal Surgery at Southeastern Center for Digestive Disorders and Pancreatic Cancer, Florida Hospital, Tampa.He is now a faculty surgeon as a Foregut and Hepatobiliary Surgeon at Staten Island University Hospital Northwell Health. He is the Program Director for the Advance GI Fellowship Program and is the associate Program Director for its Residency Program. He has published in various forums. He was also won awards at Medical Hackathon for Medical Device Development at MIT and Cleveland Clinics and is interested in medical innovation. He is Motivated, Dedicated and Passionate about evidence based surgical therapeutics. He has license to practice medicine in India and United States. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Mukherjee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Diverticular Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

    Mathew J. Nelson
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Emergency Medicine
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Emergency Medicine
    300 Community Drive, 
    Manhasset, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mathew Nelson is an Emergency Medicine provider in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Ectopic Pregnancy, Headache, and Uterine Fibroids.

    Tracey D. Arnell
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

    CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building

    177 Ft. Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Tracey Arnell is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Arnell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Arnell is currently accepting new patients.

    Maud L. Lemercier
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    111 Bedford Road, Floor 3, 
    Katonah, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French

    Maud Lemercier is a General Surgeon in Katonah, New York. Dr. Lemercier is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, and Hernia Surgery.

    Distinguished in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Distinguished in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery

    University Of Rochester

    601 Elmwood Ave, 
    Rochester, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Derek Wakeman is a Pediatric Surgeon in Rochester, New York. Dr. Wakeman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Short Bowel Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Advanced in Appendicitis

    St. Francis Hospital And Heart Center

    100 Port Washington Blvd, 
    Roslyn, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Sherman is a Radiologist in Roslyn, New York. Dr. Sherman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Trauma, Burns, Acute And Critical Care

    520 E 70th St # 8, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Winchell is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Winchell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Appendectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Advanced in Appendicitis

    Garnet Health Medical Center

    707 E Main St, 
    Middletown, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Luis Rodriguez is a Radiologist in Middletown, New York. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Thyroid Nodule, Ascites, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Vertebroplasty.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Advanced in Appendicitis

    Main Street Radiology At Bayside LLC

    3225 Francis Lewis Blvd, 
    Flushing, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Okon is a Radiologist in Flushing, New York. Dr. Okon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Retroversion of the Uterus, and Ascites.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Radiology
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Radiology

    Presbyterian Hospital

    622 W 168th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carrie Ruzal is a Pediatric Radiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Ruzal has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Intussusception in Children, and Scoliosis.

    Hayden J. Spencer
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Specialties At Bay Shore

    250 East Main Street, 1st Floor, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hayden Spencer is a General Surgeon in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Spencer has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, and Hernia Surgery.

    Stephen E. Dolgin
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
    1111 Marcus Avenue, Suite M15, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Dolgin is a General Surgeon and a Pediatric Surgeon in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Dolgin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Duodenal Atresia, Appendicitis, Atresia of Small Intestine, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, and Appendectomy.

    Subhash Krishnamoorthy
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Experienced in Appendicitis

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    3959 Broadway, Floor 2 North, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Subhash Krishnamoorthy is a dual trained physician in general surgery and critical care medicine. He was born in India and raised in Hamilton, Ontario. He received his undergraduate degree in Medical & Health Physics at McMaster University. He completed his General Surgery residency and a fellowship in Critical Care Medicine at Columbia University – New York Presbyterian Hospital. He joined the faculty as Assistant Professor of Surgery in 2018.His focus is centered on providing surgical solutions to acutely and critically ill patients. This extends from acute care surgery and surgical critical care to extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in respiratory and cardiac failure. He is passionate about patient-centered medicine, medical education, and collaborative initiatives to improve the quality of care. Dr. Krishnamoorthy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Hypovolemic Shock, Appendicitis, Gallbladder Disease, and Gastrostomy.

    Vincent P. Duron
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    3959 Broadway, Floor 2, Suite 215, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Vincent Duron, MD is Co-Director of Fetal Therapy, Director of Minimally Invasive Surgery, and Director of Pediatric Trauma and Surgical Critical Care. He practices the full spectrum of pediatric general surgery. He is an expert in minimally invasive surgery, specializing in surgery for congenital anomalies, biliary atresia, lung anomalies, and pectus excavatum. He performs fetal surgery for various conditions, including fetoscopic repair of myelomeningocele/spina bifida and fetoscopic endoluminal tracheal occlusion (FETO) for congenital diaphragmatic hernia. Dr. Duron is a well-funded surgeon-scientist. His research focuses on fluid optimization for critically ill children and fetal and neonatal diagnostics and surgery. He has received multiple research and teaching awards and is a frequently invited speaker, author, and reviewer. He is dedicated to global health and regularly returns to Iquitos, Peru, to train local surgeons in pediatric surgery. Dr. Duron is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Appendicitis?

    Appendicitis is a condition in which your appendix gets inflamed. The appendix is a small pouch attached to the end of the large intestine.

    When should I see an Appendicitis doctor in New York, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Appendicitis doctor in New York, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Appendicitis doctors in New York, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Appendicitis doctors in New York, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Appendicitis doctor in New York, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Appendicitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Appendicitis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Appendicitis doctor in New York, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Appendicitis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Appendicitis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Appendicitis doctors in New York, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Appendicitis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Appendicitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Appendicitis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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