The 20 Best Kidney Stones Doctors Near Me in Astoria, NY

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 676 doctor with experience in Kidney Stones near Astoria, NY. Of these, 494 are Experienced, 136 are Advanced, 37 are Distinguished and 6 are Elite.

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    Elite in Kidney Stones
    Elite in Kidney Stones

    Mount Sinai Urology Associates

    625 Madison Ave Fl 2, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mantu Gupta is a Urologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Stones, Kidney Stones, Hydronephrosis, Lithotripsy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Elite in Kidney Stones
    Elite in Kidney Stones

    Office

    222 E 41st St Fl 11, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Goldfarb is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Goldfarb is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Inborn Renal Aminoaciduria, Primary Hyperoxaluria, Kidney Transplant, and Ureteroscopy.

    Elite in Kidney Stones
    Elite in Kidney Stones

    Mount Sinai Urology Associates

    425 W 59th St Fl 10, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Atallah is a Urologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Atallah is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Stones, Kidney Stones, Perirenal Abscess, Lithotripsy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Atallah is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Kidney Stones
    Distinguished in Kidney Stones

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 5th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jared S. Winoker, MD is the Director of Endourology and Director of the Center for Kidney Stone Disease at Lenox Hill. He is also the Associate Residency Program Director for the department of Urology an Assistant Professor of Urology at The Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.As a fellowship-trained endourologist (minimally invasive urological surgeon), Dr. Winoker is an expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques, including percutaneous, endoscopic, image-guided, and robotic approaches. His clinical practice focuses primarily on the treatment and prevention of complex kidney stones. This includes stones of all sizes in the kidney, ureter, and bladder, as well as those in patients with predisposing medical conditions, complex anatomy, or surgically reconstructed urinary tracts. Dr. Winoker is among only a handful of urological surgeons in the New York Metropolitan area who perform percutaneous kidney surgeries without the assistance of an interventional radiologist. His clinical interests and surgical expertise also include the treatment of enlarged prostate (BPH), prostate cancer, ureteropelvic junction obstruction, strictures of the upper urinary tract, and urothelial cancers of the kidney and ureter.Whether or not surgery is needed, Dr. Winoker focuses on a thorough metabolic evaluation and medical management plan to prevent further stone formation. As the director of the Center for Kidney Stone Disease, he leads a multidisciplinary team of urologists, nephrologists, and dieticians that work collaboratively to provide comprehensive care tailored to each patient's medical history and social environment. At the core of his patient-centered approach, Dr. Winoker and his team place a heavy emphasis on empowering patients through education and aligning treatment plans to their personal preferences.Dr. Winoker earned his undergraduate degree from Cornell University and his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City. There he was awarded the Dean's Recognition Award for outstanding academic achievement and inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society. He then completed his general surgery internship and urological surgery residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, serving as chief resident in the Department of Urology. He completed his fellowship training in endourology and minimally invasive urological surgery at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, where he later worked as an Assistant Professor of Urology before joining Northwell Health. Dr. Winoker is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Prostate Cancer, Obstructive Uropathy, Ureteroscopy, and Lithotripsy. Dr. Winoker is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Elite in Kidney Stones
    Elite in Kidney Stones

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At Lake Success

    450 Lakeville Road, Suite M42, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zeph Okeke, MD is a board certified urologic surgeon specializing in endourology, minimally invasive surgery and laparoscopy. He is known for developing and being the principal investigator of the novel S.T.O.N.E. classification system for kidney stones.His expertise is in using minimally invasive techniques for the management of complex kidney and ureteral stone disease, and urothelial cancers (transitional cell carcinoma) of the kidney and ureter. He also has special interest and expertise in Holmium and Thulium laser enucleation (HOLEP and ThuLEP) for enlarged prostates (BPH).In addition to treating patients and conducting research, Dr. Okeke serves as co-director of the Smith Institute for Urology endourology and laparoscopy fellowship training programs. He lectures at the American Urological Association s annual meetings and is frequently invited to speak before the World Congress of Endourology. A mentor and teacher, Dr. Okeke also serves as a surgeon and lecturer for live surgical demonstration courses at various international meetings.Dr. Okeke earned his medical degree from Cornell University Medical College in New York City. He completed his Urology residency and served as Chief Resident in the Department of Urology at the New York Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons.Dr. Okeke's research interest includes surgical outcomes of kidney stone patients, grading and characterizing complex kidney stones to guide surgery and counseling with respect to outcomes. He has published in leading journals and textbooks including the Smith's Textbook of Endourology, Journal of Urology, Urology and Cancer.He is the recipient of the Teacher of the Year Award at the North Shore LIJ Health System. Dr. Okeke also received the prestigious Arnold P. Gold Foundation Teaching Award for Humanism and Excellence in Teaching. Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons awarded its first Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Okeke for medical student teaching during his residency. Dr. Okeke is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Bladder Stones, Horseshoe Kidney, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Kidney Stones
    Elite in Kidney Stones

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At Lake Success

    450 Lakeville Road, Suite M42, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    David M. Hoenig, MD, is a specialist in kidney stone treatment and minimally invasive surgery, including laparoscopic surgery. His specific clinical interests include all phases of kidney stone disease, from surgical treatment, to medical management, and to prevention. Dr. Hoenig completed medical school at the University of Rochester (Rochester, NY), and residency in Urology at Brown University (Providence, RI). He went on to one of the premier Laparoscopy and Endourology Fellowships in the country, under Dr. Ralph V. Clayman, one of the pioneers of minimally invasive urologic surgery, at Washington University (St. Louis, MO).After Fellowship training, Dr. Hoenig became a Clinical Instructor at the Medical College of Pennsylvania/Hahnemann under the auspices of Allegheny University, and was then recruited to Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine to become the Director of Laparoscopy and Endourology and promoted to Assistant Professor. While at Montefiore, Dr. Hoenig assumed many administrative roles, as co-founder and co-Director of the Robotic, Laparoscopy, and Endourology Fellowship, Residency Program Director, and Practice Manager. After more than 14 years at Montefiore/Albert Einstein, he was recruited to North Shore- Long Island Jewish Hospital in 2013 with a promotion to Professor, and a shift of administrative roles to Chief of Urology Service at LIJ Hospital Campus. Dr. Hoenig's research interests are in all phases of minimally invasive urologic surgery, with particular attention to kidney stone disease, and both ablative and reconstructive minimally invasive renal surgery. His most recent publications explore the association of obesity with urological diseases, with new associations discovered between types of obesity and certain kidney stones. This research focus is a priority, given the national trend of increasing obesity, and will lead to exciting basic science exploration of these conditions.As a clinician, Dr. Hoenig's priority is treating patients with respect and empathy. He believes strongly in educating patients about their conditions, so as to equip them with the necessary information to make them a partner in their health care. Dr. Hoenig is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Medullary Sponge Kidney, Perirenal Abscess, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hoenig is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Elite in Kidney Stones
    Elite in Kidney Stones

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ojas Shah is a Urologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Shah is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Perirenal Abscess, Ureteroscopy, and Lithotripsy. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Kidney Stones
    Advanced in Kidney Stones

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At East 54th Street

    245 East 54th Street, 2n, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Residency Program Director and Director of Quality. Dr. Phillips is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses UPJ Obstruction, Boils, Folliculitis, Carbuncle, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Phillips is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Advanced in Kidney Stones
    Advanced in Kidney Stones

    Northwell Health At Rego Park

    95-25 Queens Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Suite A, 
    Rego Park, NY 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Hartman is a Urologist practicing medicine in Rego Park, New York. Dr. Hartman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Uropathy, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Kidney Stones, Lithotripsy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Hartman is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Advanced in Kidney Stones
    Advanced in Kidney Stones

    Northwell Health At Rego Park

    95-25 Queens Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Suite A, 
    Rego Park, NY 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christian Tabib is a Urologist practicing medicine in Rego Park, New York. Dr. Tabib is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Boils, Folliculitis, Lithotripsy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Advanced in Kidney Stones
    Oncology | Urology
    Advanced in Kidney Stones
    Oncology | Urology

    Northwell Health At Rego Park

    95-25 Queens Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Suite A, 
    Rego Park, NY 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Jane Cho is an Oncologist and a Urologist practicing medicine in Rego Park, New York. Dr. Cho is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Uropathy, Bladder Cancer, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Cystectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Cho is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Distinguished in Kidney Stones
    Distinguished in Kidney Stones

    Medical Arts Pavilion Urology

    3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kara L. Watts, Associate Professor of Urology, joined the urology faculty at Montefiore in 2016. She completed a fellowship in Quality and Performance Improvement in Healthcare and an extended observership in focal ablation for prostate cancer in the UK. She serves as the Director of Quality Assurance and Improvement for the Department of Urology and leads the prostate cancer screening program. Dr. Watts is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Kidney Stones, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Vasectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Distinguished in Kidney Stones
    Distinguished in Kidney Stones

    Montefiore Wakefield Campus

    600 East 233rd Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander C. Small, MD, is an Attending Physician and Assistant Professor at Montefiore-Einstein. Dr. Small specializes in the treatment of urological diseases, cancer and kidney stones through the use of minimally invasive, robotic and endoscopic surgery. Dr. Small is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Ureteroscopy, and Lithotripsy.

    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Experienced in Kidney Stones

    Northwell Health Physician Partners At Astoria

    21-33 31st Street, Ground Floor, 
    Astoria, NY 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Andreas is a specialist in minimally invasive urologic surgery including both endoscopic and laparoscopic/robotic surgery. He has a particular interest in adrenal disorders that cause hypertension including Conn Syndrome (hyperaldosteronism) Cushing Syndrome (hypercortisolism) and pheochromocytoma. Many of these patients can be cured with minimally invasive partial or complete adrenalectomy on one side.For Dr. Andreas, one of the most gratifying aspects of patient care is discovering what is important to each patient and tailoring treatment to achieve these goals. He believes this is an integral part of respectful, compassionate care and empowering patients to truly become a partner in their health. He focuses treatment on prevention, lifestyle choices, medical management, and when required surgical treatment of urologic diseases. Dr. Andreas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. His clinical expertise encompasses Balanitis, Nonbacterial Prostatitis, Bacterial Prostatitis, and Prostate Cancer.

    Advanced in Kidney Stones
    Urology | General Surgery
    Advanced in Kidney Stones
    Urology | General Surgery
    1060 5th Avenue, Suite 1EF, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Portuguese
    Offers Telehealth

    George Young, M.D., is certified by the American Board of Urology and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.Dr. Young is an acclaimed expert in the field of urology. He specializes in the evaluation and treatment of incontinence, voiding disorders, female pelvic floor prolapse repair, prostate problems and reconstructive surgical procedures involving the urinary system.Dr. Young was the former Director of Female Urology, Neurourology, Urodynamics and Reconstructive Surgery at The New York Presbyterian - Weill Medical College of Cornell University from 1994 to 2002. He trained in Urology at New York Hospital - Cornell University Medical Center and had advanced fellowship training at UCLA (University of California, Los Angeles) under the direction of Dr. Shlomo Raz. Dr. Young is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Frequent or Urgent Urination, Urethral Stricture, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), and Urinary Incontinence.

    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Experienced in Kidney Stones

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 5th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Lee Richstone, MD is the Chairman of Urology and Director of Urology Services for the Western Region. He is also Director of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and System Vice Chairman for Education for Northwell Health Urology. Dr. Richstone is Professor of Urology at The Hofstra-Northwell School of Medicine. Dr. Richstone completed medical school at the Cornell University Medical College in New York City. There he won early acceptance into Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA), the prestigious national medical honor society. He pursued his urologic training and chief residency at New York Presbyterian (Weill-Cornell) and Memorial Sloan Kettering hospitals. Dr. Richstone completed his fellowship training in urologic laparoscopic and robotic surgery and joined the North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System in 2007 as Director of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery. He then served as Chief of Urology for the North Shore University Hospital, then Chief of Urology at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center, before assuming the role of Chairman of Urology at Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan. Dr. Richstone is an internationally recognized urologic surgeon who has helped pioneer laparoscopic and robotic surgery for cancer of the prostate, kidney and bladder, as well as for various forms of urinary obstructions. He has over 90 peer-reviewed publications in leading national and international journals including The Journal of Urology, Urology, The British Journal of Urology, The Journal of Endourology, Cancer, and Cell.Dr. Richstone is a robotic surgery specialist having performed well over 1000 operations. This includes surgeries for prostate, kidney and bladder cancer and complex neobladder reconstructions completely robotically. His focus is on preserving urinary continence and sexual function. Dr. Richstone has also pioneered Laparoendoscopic Single Site Surgery (LESS), where entire laparoscopic operations are performed only through the belly button. Dr. Richstone is one of only a few surgeons in the United States to have performed single site partial nephrectomy and prostatectomy.Dr. Richstone is a member of the Society of Urologic Oncology (SUO), the America Urological Association (AUA), and the Endourological Society (EUS). Dr. Richstone is the recipient of numerous honors and awards, including acceptance into Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA), the E. Darracott Vaughan Prize for Excellence in Urology (2000), The Ferdinand C. Valentine Urology Essay Prize (First Place, 2005), The American Urological Association-Ambrose Reed Socioeconomic Essay Contest (First Place, 2005), and the Weill-Cornell Distinguished House Officer Award (2005). Dr. Richstone was awarded the Stryker and Nagamatsu Fellowship (2007), and won first prize at the Endourology Society Fellowship Paper Award the same year. Dr. Richstone won first prize at the AUA Research Foundation for Outstanding Research awarded at the 2010 AUA National Meeting in San Francisco. Dr. Richstone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Cystectomy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Richstone is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Experienced in Kidney Stones

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Kidney And Hypertension Specialists At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 5th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lawrence Byrd is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Byrd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, High Potassium Level, Acute Kidney Failure, and Low Sodium Level.

    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Urology | Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Urology | Interventional Radiology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 5th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I am a physician dedicated to improving patient care. I completed my training at the National Cancer Institute as an Interventional Urologic Oncologist and is the first urologist to be dual fellowship trained in Urologic Oncology and Interventional Radiology. I focus on a wide array of interventional radiological and surgical techniques, including image guided procedures, focal prostate cancer therapy, prostate artery embolization and much more.I hope that you find our practice a place of caring, education and access to some of the latest therapies in prostate cancer care as well as treatments for enlarged prostates. Dr. Rastinehad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostatic Artery Embolization, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Rastinehad is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Experienced in Kidney Stones

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Kidney And Hypertension Specialists At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 5th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Devita is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Devita is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Low Sodium Level, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Arteriovenous Malformation, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery. Dr. Devita is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Nephrology.

    Distinguished in Kidney Stones
    Distinguished in Kidney Stones

    LeFrak Center For Robotic Surgery (E 68th, Starr 946)

    525 E 68th St # 946, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Del Pizzo is a Urologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Del Pizzo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Del Pizzo is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is the definition of Kidney Stones?

    Kidney stones (also called renal stones or urinary stones) are small, hard deposits that form in one or both kidneys; the stones are made up of minerals or other compounds found in urine. Kidney stones vary in size, shape, and color. To be cleared from the body (or "passed"), the stones need to travel through ducts that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder (ureters) and be excreted. Depending on their size, kidney stones generally take days to weeks to pass out of the body.

    When should I see a Kidney Stones doctor near Astoria, 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 Kidney Stones doctor near Astoria, 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 Kidney Stones doctors near Astoria, 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 Kidney Stones doctors near Astoria, 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 Kidney Stones doctor near Astoria, 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 Kidney Stones doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Kidney Stones 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 Kidney Stones doctor near Astoria, 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 Kidney Stones 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 Kidney Stones 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 Kidney Stones doctors near Astoria, NY?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Kidney Stones 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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