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    MediFind found 58 doctor with experience in Diaphragmatic Hernia near New Hyde Park, NY. Of these, 45 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    58 providers found
      Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery

      Weill Medical College Of Cornell

      50 E 69th St, 
      New York, NY 
       (14.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Rasa Zarnegar is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Zarnegar is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

      Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      1275 York Ave, 
      New York, NY 
       (14.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Enrico Danzer is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Danzer is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Omphalocele, and Endoscopy.

      Lawrence R. Glassman
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Thoracic Surgery At New Hyde Park

      270-05 76th Avenue, Oncology Building, 3rd Floor, 
      New Hyde Park, NY 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      "Lawrence Richard Glassman, MD, is a board-certified thoracic surgeon and chief of cardiovascular and thoracic surgery at Northwell's North Shore University Hospital. He's also vice president of thoracic surgery for Northwell facilities across eastern Long Island, tasked with building out the program and expanding access to top thoracic care for more New Yorkers.Dr. Glassman began his career with a residency in general surgery at the University of Minnesota and NYU. He also completed fellowships in cardiothoracic surgery at the National Institutes of Health, Memorial Sloan-Kettering and NYU, and obtained special training in lung transplantation at the University of Pittsburgh Department of Surgery. He joined Northwell in 2003, which now has one of the busiest thoracic surgery programs in the U.S.Specializing in both cancerous and noncancerous conditions, Dr. Glassman uses advanced minimally invasive robotic techniques, which improve surgical precision and quicken patient recovery. He is renowned for taking on the most complex operations and revisional surgeries, including chest infections and traumas, and is even involved in Northwell's innovative lung transplant program. Many institutions in the region routinely seek his specialized expertise for highly intricate cases.To provide unmatched patient care, Dr. Glassman and his team believe collaboration is paramount. They hold regular multidisciplinary meetings with specialists across Northwell-including daily team rounds to discuss cardiac and thoracic patients at every Northwell hospital, as well as weekly thoracic tumor boards to develop personalized treatment plans. ""No doctor is an island. There's lots of eyes and ears checking on every single patient. Dr. Glassman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy.

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      Kevin M. Hyman
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Thoracic Surgery At New Hyde Park

      270-05 76th Avenue, Oncology Building, 3rd Floor, 
      New Hyde Park, NY 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Kevin Hyman is the chief of Thoracic Surgery at Glen Cove Hospital. He also practices at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Long Island Jewish Forest Hills and North Shore University Hospital. He has been with Northwell Health since 2007. Dr. Hyman s area of expertise is thoracic surgery, with a special emphasis on minimally invasive thoracic surgery procedures for lung and esophageal cancer, mediastinal tumors, myasthenia gravis, anti-reflux surgery and emphysema surgery. He is also skilled at an array of endobrochial and endoscopic therapies, including stenting and laser therapy.The son of two physicians his father a radiologist, his mother a pediatrician Dr. Hyman has been interested in medicine his entire life. I always loved working with my hands and trying to figure things out, so medicine interested me from early on, he says. He was originally planning on becoming a cardiac surgeon until his father passed away from cancer. He passed during my residency and that was when I realized what I wanted to do. Thoracic surgery has combined that love of working with my hands with the desire to help patients and their loved ones through cancer. Despite the heavy nature of some of the diseases Dr. Hyman treats, if you ask any one of his patients what makes him special, they ll likely say his sense of humor. I can be serious when needed, but I always try to joke around and lighten the mood, he says. Patients appreciate that I can make them laugh in a difficult time. It helps make me approachable. Behind the scenes, Dr. Hyman participates in tumor board meetings with other physicians to examine each patient s case and discuss innovative treatments and techniques. And not only is he dedicated to his patients in the present, he s determined to influence the future of cardiothoracic surgery as well he is an assistant professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and a secretary at Long Island Jewish Medical Center Staff Society, an advocacy group for physicians at the medical center. I try to advocate for physicians as well as patients, he says.Dr. Hyman received his postgraduate medical training in both general and cardiothoracic surgery at New York University Medical Center, followed by a year of specialized fellowship training in advanced minimally invasive thoracic surgery at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. He is a graduate of Cornell University College of Arts and Sciences and Cornell University Medical College. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery and has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, including Surgery, Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, American Journal of Pathology and Journal of Clinical Immunology and Immunopathology. Dr. Hyman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Julissa E. Jurado
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Thoracic Surgery At New Hyde Park

      270-05 76th Avenue, Oncology Building, 3rd Floor, 
      New Hyde Park, NY 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Julissa Jurado is a Thoracic Surgeon in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Jurado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Hiatal Hernia, Lung Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Thymectomy.

      Paul C. Lee
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Thoracic Surgery At New Hyde Park

      270-05 76th Avenue, Oncology Building, 3rd Floor, 
      New Hyde Park, NY 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Paul C. Lee is the System Director of Thoracic Surgery at Northwell Health. Board certified in both general surgery and cardiothoracic surgery, he has over 17 years of experience as a thoracic surgeon and specializes in treating benign and malignant disorders of the lung and esophagus. He uses the most advanced minimally invasive robotic techniques, which improve surgical precision and quicken patient recovery.Dr. Lee leads the busiest thoracic surgery program in the New York City area, and is based at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. Under his direction, the program has been recognized by the Surgical Review Corporation as America's first Robotic Surgery Network of Excellence, a true testament to Dr. Lee's ongoing dedication to delivering innovative care.Dr. Lee's patients choose him not only for his results, but also for his accessibility and compassion. He understands the uncertainty that often comes with a health event or new diagnosis, as the majority of his patients are dealing with cancer. He takes the time to get to know every patient, ensuring the most individualized, compassionate care. He also offers same and next day appointments whenever possible.Collaboration is key to Dr. Lee's approach to treatment. He participates in weekly thoracic tumor boards, where specialists across many disciplines come together to discuss cases and decide on treatment plans uniquely tailored for each patient.Dr. Lee's expertise was honed at some of the finest educational institutions in the world, including Harvard University, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Columbia University. Now at the top of his field, he's passionate about passing on his knowledge to other medical professionals. He's a Professor of Cardiovascular and Thoracic surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He also mentors fellow surgeons at Northwell and beyond, training them in the latest robotic thoracic surgery techniques. He has published more than 100 peer-reviewed articles and has given presentations at many national and international scientific meetings in the fields of cardiopulmonary physiology, molecular cell biology and thoracic oncology.Research is also important to Dr. Lee. He has been the principal investigator of several innovative biological research trials for the treatment of lung and esophageal cancer. He's especially interested in the use of health outcome and quality metrics research in improving the delivery of thoracic surgical services to the community.Dr. Lee is a member of various prestigious medical societies including the American College of Surgeons, the American College of Chest Physicians, Society of Thoracic Surgeons, American Society of Clinical Oncology and American Association for Thoracic Surgeons. He also served as the President of the Chinese American Medical Society from 2015 to 2017. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Mark A. Talamini
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      27005 76th Avenue, 
      New Hyde Park, NY 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Talamini is a General Surgeon in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Talamini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

      Samuel Z. Soffer
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Pediatric Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      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 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hebrew

      Samuel Soffer is a Pediatric Surgeon in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Soffer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Pectus Carinatum, Pectus Excavatum, Atresia of Small Intestine, and Hernia.

      Whitney J. Mcbride
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Pediatric Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      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 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Whitney Mcbride is a Pediatric Surgeon in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Mcbride is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Meckel's Diverticulum, Gangrene, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Appendectomy.

      Olena Predtechenska
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      26901 76th Avenue, 
      New Hyde Park, NY 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Russian, Ukrainian

      Olena Predtechenska is a Neonatologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Predtechenska is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroschisis, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome.

      Katherine Sullivan
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia

      Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners General Pediatrics At Great Neck

      225 Community Drive, Suite 130, 
      Great Neck, NY 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Katherine Sullivan is a Neonatologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Delayed Growth, Gastroschisis, Atresia of Small Intestine, and Patent Ductus Arteriosus.

      Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery

      New York University

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

      Tanuja Damani is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Damani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery

      New York University

      300 Old Country Rd, Suite 101, 
      Mineola, NY 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Jureller is a General Surgeon in Mineola, New York. Dr. Jureller has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery

      New York University

      259 1st St, 
      Mineola, NY 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Collin Brathwaite is a General Surgeon in Mineola, New York. Dr. Brathwaite is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Obesity, Hernia, Gastric Bypass, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

      Brendan M. Finnerty
      Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery

      Weill Medical College Of Cornell

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

      Brendan Finnerty is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Finnerty is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diaphragmatic Hernia, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      110 E 59th St, Ste 8A, 
      New York, NY 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Paresh Shah is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy.

      John-paul S. Bellistri
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery And Smith Institute For Urology At Lynbrook

      733 Sunrise Hwy, Second Floor, 
      Lynbrook, NY 
       (5.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      John-paul Bellistri is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Lynbrook, New York. Dr. Bellistri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Internal Medicine
      2201 Hempstead Tpke, 
      East Meadow, NY 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rajmohan Rammohan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in East Meadow, New York. Dr. Rammohan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Cirrhosis, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia

      Mount Sinai Hospital

      ON, CA 
       (14.4 miles away)

      Tim Van Mieghem practices in Canada. Mr. Van Mieghem is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Kidney Transplant.

      Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Mount Sinai Hospital, 
      CA 
       (14.4 miles away)

      Nimrah Abbasi practices in Canada. Ms. Abbasi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Omphalocele, and Endoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Diaphragmatic Hernia?

      A diaphragmatic hernia is a birth defect in which there is an abnormal opening in the diaphragm. The diaphragm is the muscle between the chest and abdomen that helps you breathe. The abnormal opening allows part of the organs from the belly to move into the chest cavity near the lungs.

      When should I see a Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near New Hyde Park, 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 a Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near New Hyde Park, 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near New Hyde Park, 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near New Hyde Park, 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 a Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near New Hyde Park, 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 a Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near New Hyde Park, 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near New Hyde Park, NY?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 a Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Diaphragmatic Hernia 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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