The 20 Best Gastrostomy Doctors near West Islip, NY

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 265 doctor with experience in Gastrostomy near West Islip, NY. Of these, 238 are Experienced and 27 are Advanced.

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265 providers found
    Advanced in Gastrostomy
    Advanced in Gastrostomy

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Bay Shore, 270 East Main Street

    270 East Main Street, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Katz is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Katz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Moyamoya Disease, Brain Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Katz is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-NeurologyAmerican Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology-Vascular Neurology.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Experienced in Gastrostomy

    NeuroCare Long Island At West Islip, 1175 Montauk Highway

    1175 Montauk Highway, Suite 6, 
    West Islip, NY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Offers Telehealth

    Salvatore Insinga is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in West Islip, New York. Dr. Insinga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Pallister-Hall Syndrome, Laminectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Otolaryngology | Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Otolaryngology | Sleep Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Internal Medicine, Infectious Disease, And Otolaryngology At Babylon

    500 West Main Street, Suite 204, 
    Babylon, NY 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I am a Board Certified Otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose and Throat) and Head and Neck Surgeon, specializing in Head and Neck tumor surgery, minimally invasive surgery of the thyroid, parathyroid, and salivary glands, endoscopic sinus surgery for chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps, and sleep apnea surgery. Dr. Gabalski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Cancer, Mikulicz Disease, Male Pattern Baldness, Gastrostomy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Gabalski is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

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    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Experienced in Gastrostomy

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Bay Shore, 270 East Main Street

    270 East Main Street, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    A board certified vascular and interventional neurologist with additional certification from the American Board of Neurological Surgery in CNS Neuroendovascular Surgery, Richard Jung, MD specializes in the neurointerventional treatment of acute ischemic stroke, brain aneurysms, cerebral arteriovenous malformations, cerebral dural arteriovenous fistula, carotid artery disease, intracranial atherosclerosis, head and neck tumor embolization, epistaxis, venous sinus stenting for idiopathic intracranial hypertension and pulsatile tinnitus, middle meningeal artery embolization for chronic subdural hematomas and diagnostic cerebral and spinal angiography. Having previously served as medical director of multiple hospital stroke programs in comprehensive and thrombectomy capable centers, Dr. Jung is committed to delivering efficient and high quality neurointerventional services in the Eastern Region. Dr. Jung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Brain Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Stent Placement. Dr. Jung is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology-Vascular Neurology.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Thoracic Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Thoracic Surgery And Internal Medicine At Bay Shore

    280 East Main Street, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    "Vijay A. Singh, MD, is Northwell Health's regional director of thoracic surgery for eastern Long Island. With more than 10 years of experience, he delivers expert results in the treatment of benign and cancerous disorders of the lung and esophagus with precision and compassion. Dr. Singh was the first in Suffolk County to perform robotic thoracic surgery, a minimally invasive technique that improves surgical precision and reduces recovery time, and among the first on Long Island to perform robotic bronchoscopy. Thanks in part to his efforts, Southside Hospital has been recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by the Surgical Review Corporation.Collaboration is key to Dr. Singh's approach to treatment. He participates in weekly multidisciplinary meetings, where specialists across many disciplines come together to discuss cases and create treatment plans uniquely tailored to each patient. He works alongside medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and imaging technicians to provide a holistic treatment plan, and always ensures his patients are fully educated on what to expect. ""Access and communication go hand-in-hand in making patients feel comfortable,"" Dr. Singh says. My patients know they can always call me if they need something or have a concern.""Dr. Singh completed his residency at Northwell Health in 2012; now, he enjoys sharing his expertise with other medical professionals as an assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. When he's not teaching, he's fulfilling his own continuous thirst for knowledge by conducting research and reading up on the latest innovations in the field. He's also a member of the American Medical Association and the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and routinely speaks at professional conferences and educational community events.Dr. Singh is helping lead the efforts to bring advanced thoracic surgery to Mather Hospital so that patients can have even more access to state-of-the-art care in their backyard. In the future, he plans to get more involved with philanthropy work in India as a member of the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI).""I went into medicine because I always wanted to help people,"" Dr. Singh says. ""The reward of helping my patients through lung or esophageal cancer and seeing the difference it makes in their lives is unmatched.""". Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Hiatal Hernia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Singh is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Specialties At Bay Shore

    250 East Main Street, 1st Floor, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Wodicka is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Wodicka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Wodicka is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Thoracic Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Thoracic Surgery And Internal Medicine At Bay Shore

    280 East Main Street, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Brian Fallon, MD, is a thoracic surgeon at South Shore University Hospital. He specializes in treating a variety of conditions of the lungs, chest and airway, with a special focus in minimally invasive and robotic lung and esophageal surgery, and endoscopic management of cancerous and noncancerous tracheal and esophageal diseases.At a very young age, Dr. Fallon knew he was destined to help others. ""My passion for the field of thoracic surgery began in middle school,"" he says. ""I used to look at picture books with hearts and lungs in them, and was fascinated by what surgeons could do. I always knew I was meant to do that one day.""Before joining Northwell Health in 2008, Dr. Fallon graduated from St. George's University Medical School. He received his general surgical training at Albany Medical Center, where he served as chief resident, and completed his fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine at Long Island Jewish Medical Center.As a lifelong resident of the south shore of Long Island, Dr. Fallon is dedicated to making thoracic surgical services more accessible to the community. Through the Heart & Lung program at South Shore University Hospital, his team uses cutting-edge surgical techniques like minimally invasive surgery and robotic surgery. They also work closely with the nationally recognized Imbert Cancer Center in Bay Shore to bring state-of-the-art cancer care closer to home, including medical and surgical oncology, radiation therapy, interventional radiology, diagnostic imaging and support groups. New clinical trials are also being developed at the center, so patients have access to the newest, most innovative cancer treatments.Dr. Fallon is board certified in general and thoracic surgery, and a member of the Iota Epsilon Alpha International Honor Society. He is also a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the Eastern Cardiothoracic Surgical Society. Dr. Fallon's work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, which feature multiple topics in thoracic surgery. He currently serves as assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.For Dr. Fallon, providing the highest level of care goes way beyond having the best surgical skills. ""My team and I build real meaningful relationships with our patients. We treat them like family with compassion, personalized attention and the support they need every step of the way.""". Dr. Fallon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Fallon is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Thoracic Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Thoracic Surgery And Internal Medicine At Bay Shore

    280 East Main Street, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrea Carollo is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Carollo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Collapsed Lung, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Pneumomediastinum, Gastrostomy, and Angioplasty. Dr. Carollo is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery-Thoracic & Cardiac Surgery.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Experienced in Gastrostomy

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Bay Shore, 270 East Main Street

    270 East Main Street, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shazia Alam is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Alam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Transient Global Amnesia, Gastrostomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Experienced in Gastrostomy

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Bay Shore

    1963 Union Boulevard, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Justin Michael Thomas, MD, FACS, FAANS, is vice chair of neurosurgery and president of the medical board at South Shore University Hospital (formerly Southside Hospital). Trained as a general neurosurgeon, he has developed a clinical practice with a focus on primary and metastatic brain tumors, degenerative spine disease, Chiari malformation and hydrocephalus. Dr. Thomas leads quality review and performance improvement for the neurosurgery department. Additionally, as trauma liaison for the neurosurgery department, he is responsible for assessing the neurosurgical needs of patients with brain and spine trauma and facilitating their care. His work supports the continued growth and evolution of the trauma-specific capabilities of South Shore, currently a Level II Trauma Center.A Long Island native raised in Islip, Dr. Thomas has both a professional and a personal commitment to the department's mission of providing the highest quality of neurosurgical care, including the full spectrum of services required for tertiary care, to the people of South Shore's community. He places a special emphasis on thorough and compassionate conversation with his patients and makes it a practice to discuss both operative and non-operative options in depth so that they can make the decision that is best for them. He works collaboratively with the team of neurosurgeons at South Shore to ensure the best care for the most complex conditions.Dr. Thomas is an assistant professor of neurosurgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, and is dedicated to the education of the next generation of neurosurgeons. He provides guidance to residents, physician assistants and nurse practitionersthrough grand rounds and other teaching sessions. He is also a nationally recognized faculty instructor for the American Association of Neurological Surgeons Goodman Oral Board Preparation Course, which is attended by more than 90% of U.S. board-eligible neurosurgeons.Dr. Thomas has a robust basic science research background, is a published author and served as a theme issue co-editor of ""AMA Journal of Ethics."" In addition to being a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Dr. Thomas is a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the American Medical Association, and the New York Society for Neurosurgery, the New York Neurotrauma Consortium and the Medical Society of the State of New York.Dr. Thomas graduated from the New York University School of Medicine with honors in Physiology and Neuroscience and completed his residency in neurosurgery at the State University of New York at Buffalo.". Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Delirium, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Thomas is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Experienced in Gastrostomy

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Bay Shore

    46 Brentwood Road, Suite 100, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Michael Linn is an orthopedic trauma surgeon interested in surgical repair of fractures including acute traumatic injuries, nonunions, malunions, & infections. Orthopedic trauma specifically concentrates on complex fracture patterns including interarticular injuries, pelvic and acetabular fractures, and polytrauma patients. Research interests include clinical outcomes of orthopedic trauma, bone and fracture healing, surgical techniques and orthopedic implant design. Dr. Linn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Tendinitis, Osteomyelitis, Hip Replacement, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Linn is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Thoracic Surgery
    301 East Main Street, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Goncalves is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Goncalves is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Goncalves is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Thoracic Surgery
    301 East Main Street, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    "Dr. Kalimi joined North Shore Univeristy department of Cardiothoracic Surgery in 2004 after serving as clinical instructer in surgery at Columbia Presbyterian College of Physicians and Surgeons where he specialized in Minimally invasive and Robotic Cardiac Surgery. He is the editor of ""Clinical Scenarios in Thoracic Surgery"", and has published several articles in the field of surgery. Dr. kalimi was designated America's Top Surgeons for 2011 by the Consumres' Research Council of America and is board certified in by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.Dr. Kalimi is the Vice Chairman of the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Southside Hospital and holds the title of Associate Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine.Dr. Kalimi has particular interest in complex mitral valve repair, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, aortic valve surgery, coronary artery bypass grafting surgery, and surgery for atrial fibrilaltion.". Dr. Kalimi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Kalimi is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Bay Shore

    39 Brentwood Road, Suite 201, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Broomfield is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Broomfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Bay Shore

    39 Brentwood Road, Suite 201, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
    Offers Telehealth

    Jaspreet Singh is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Singh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Bay Shore

    39 Brentwood Road, Suite 201, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Sign Language

    Robert Chatalbash is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Chatalbash is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Chatalbash is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Bay Shore

    39 Brentwood Road, Suite 201, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Antonio Costantino is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Costantino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Bile Duct Obstruction, Colorectal Polyps, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Costantino is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Experienced in Gastrostomy

    Kimon Bekelis Physician P C.

    60 George St, 
    Babylon, NY 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Miklos Marosfoi is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Babylon, New York. Dr. Marosfoi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Good Samaritan Hospital Laboratory

    1000 Montauk Hwy, 
    West Islip, NY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Abenamar Arrillaga is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in West Islip, New York. Dr. Arrillaga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Hip Replacement, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Good Samaritan Hospital Laboratory

    1000 Montauk Hwy, 
    West Islip, NY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonas Demuro is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in West Islip, New York. Dr. Demuro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Hernia, Delirium, Gastrostomy, and Appendectomy.

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    When should I see a Gastrostomy doctor near West Islip, 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 Gastrostomy doctor near West Islip, 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 Gastrostomy doctors near West Islip, 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 Gastrostomy doctors near West Islip, 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 Gastrostomy doctor near West Islip, 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 Gastrostomy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gastrostomy 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 Gastrostomy doctor near West Islip, 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 Gastrostomy 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 Gastrostomy 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 Gastrostomy doctors near West Islip, NY?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gastrostomy 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 Gastrostomy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gastrostomy 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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