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

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 164 doctor with experience in Appendicitis near New York, NY. Of these, 142 are Experienced, 17 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    3959 Broadway, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.4 miles away)
    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. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Gangrene, Hirschsprung Disease, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Defazio is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Defazio is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    530 E 70th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philip Barie is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Barie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Cholecystitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Appendectomy.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Trauma, Burns, Acute And Critical Care

    520 E 70th St # 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Winchell is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Winchell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Appendectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

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    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery At Lenox Hill

    186 East 76th Street, 1st Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jaisa Olasky is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Olasky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Olasky is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery At Lenox Hill

    186 East 76th Street, 1st Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laura Hansen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Hansen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, and Appendectomy. Dr. Hansen is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery/Surgical Critical Care.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery At Lenox Hill

    186 East 76th Street, 1st Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Kowalski is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kowalski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kowalski is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery At Lenox Hill

    186 East 76th Street, 1st Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vikrom Dhar, MD is a board certified and fellowship trained general, bariatric, and foregut surgeon at Lenox Hill Hospital in the Upper East Side. He specializes in minimally invasive and robotic surgery, with an emphasis on bariatric and weight loss surgery, gastroesophageal reflux disease, paraesophageal and hiatal hernias, gastroesophageal motility disorders, abdominal wall and inguinal hernias, gallbladder disease, appendicitis, diverticulitis, and gastrointestinal cancers. After completing undergraduate studies in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Michigan, Dr. Dhar earned his medical degree from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. He completed his general surgery residency training at the University of Cincinnati, where he was elected the Administrative Chief Resident. During this time, he also completed dedicated research fellowships with the Cincinnati Research on Outcomes and Safety in Surgery (CROSS) and Cincinnati Collaborative for Obesity Research (CCORE) groups. Following residency, he completed an Advanced Gastrointestinal, Bariatric, and Minimally Invasive Surgery fellowship at New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Dhar utilizes state of the art robotic and minimally invasive surgery techniques for all procedures including sleeve gastrectomy, roux-en-y gastric bypass, and duodenal switch to offer patients less pain, faster recovery, and improved cosmesis compared to traditional surgical approaches. He strongly believes in tailoring comprehensive care plans for each individual patient to achieve successful outcomes while providing thoughtful and compassionate care. Dr. Dhar has authored over 45 publications in peer-reviewed journals and has given over 50 presentations at local, regional, and national surgical meetings. He has been awarded numerous honors including the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract Residents and Fellows Research Presentation Award, Central Surgical Association Best New Member Paper Award, induction into Alpha Omega Alpha, and the University of Cincinnati Max Zinninger Award. Dr. Dhar is board certified in General Surgery and holds certifications in Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery and Fundamentals of Endoscopic Surgery. He is an active member of the American College of Surgeons, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, and Society for Surgeons of the Alimentary Tract. Dr. Dhar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Pancreatic Cancer, Ogilvie Syndrome, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Dhar is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    100 E 77th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allen Goodman is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Goodman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subcutaneous Emphysema, Pneumomediastinum, Retroversion of the Uterus, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Goodman is board certified in American Board Of Radiology/Diagnostic Radiology.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Experienced in Appendicitis

    Murray Hill Ob.Gyn

    150 E 32nd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Rosenkrantz is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Rosenkrantz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Uterine Fibroids, Angiomyoma, Prostatectomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Radiology

    New York University Hospital Center

    560 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shailee Lala is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Lala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Intussusception in Children, Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor, and Fibrosarcoma.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Center For Community Health At NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital

    515 6th St, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bashar Fahoum is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Fahoum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Garrett Nash is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Nash is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Appendectomy.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Iris Wei is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Wei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Caledonian Health Center

    1280 DeKalb Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Armand Asarian is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Asarian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Intraductal Papilloma, Breast Lump, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, Lymphadenectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Experienced in Appendicitis

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    1275 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Iva Petkovska is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Petkovska is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    1275 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Bates is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Bates is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Lymphoid Hyperplasia, and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Neuroradiology

    New York-Presbyterian Hospital

    525 E 68th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arzu Kovanlikaya is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kovanlikaya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Scurvy, Hereditary Neuralgic Amyotrophy, Increased Head Circumference, and Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology

    New York-Presbyterian Hospital

    525 E 68th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lily Zou is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Zou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Lump, Galactocoele, Breast Infection, and Fibrocystic Breast Disease.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Surgical Oncology - Upper East Side

    1315 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Lieberman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Lieberman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    General Surgery - Upper East Side

    520 E 70th St # 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nima Maghami is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Maghami is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cellulitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Appendectomy.

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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 near New York, NY?

    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 near New York, NY?

    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 near New York, NY?

    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 near New York, NY?

    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 near New York, NY?

    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 near New York, NY?

    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 near New York, NY?

    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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