The 20 Best Levator Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Garden City, NY

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The 20 Best Levator Syndrome Doctors near Garden City, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 48 doctor with experience in Levator Syndrome near Garden City, NY. Of these, 33 are Experienced, 11 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery
    623 Stewart Avenue, Suite 104, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jules Garbus is a Colorectal Surgeon in Garden City, New York. Dr. Garbus is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Gastric Dysmotility, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Distinguished in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery

    Colon & Rectal Surgical Practice Of Nassau PLLC

    1100 Franklin Ave Ste 203, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mala Balakumar is a Colorectal Surgeon in Garden City, New York. Dr. Balakumar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Proctitis, Anal Fissure, Hemorrhoids, and Levator Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery

    Colon & Rectal Surgical Practice Of Nassau PLLC

    1100 Franklin Ave Ste 203, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dean Pappas is a Colorectal Surgeon in Garden City, New York. Dr. Pappas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Proctitis, Hemorrhoids, Levator Syndrome, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

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    David E. Hong
    Advanced in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery
    901 Franklin Avenue, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Hong is a Colorectal Surgeon in Garden City, New York. Dr. Hong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Levator Syndrome, and Gastric Dysmotility.

    Marc E. Sher
    Advanced in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    3003 New Hyde Park Road, Suite 309, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    President - New York Surgical SocietyPast President - New York society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. Dr. Sher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Hernia, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Marc L. Greenwald
    Distinguished in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Specialties At Great Neck

    310 East Shore Road, Suite 203, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Marc Lehrer Greenwald, MD, is the chief of colorectal clinical services and surgeon-in-chief at North Shore University Hospital. He is a double board-certified colorectal surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive and sphincter sparing techniques to treat a wide range of diseases and disorders of the small intestine, colon, rectum and anus. This includes diverticulitis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis and colorectal cancer.""I'm really fortunate to work with an amazing team at North Shore,"" Dr. Greenwald says. ""They share my passion for helping others, and together, we are making a difference in the lives of so many people.""After receiving his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Dr. Greenwald completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center and fellowship in Hartford, Connecticut. He joined Northwell in 1991, and has held many leadership positions at North Shore University Hospital, including president of the medical staff and chair of the medical board.Dr. Greenwald established the Enhanced Recovery Program at North Shore University Hospital, implementing protocols that provide easy, safe and rapid recovery after surgery. ""The program helps patients recover faster, get home to their families sooner and have better results,"" he says. His team also leads the way in delivering the best outcomes and highest quality care, consistently scoring above the national average in quality surveys.As program director of the rectal cancer multidisciplinary team, Dr. Greenwald works closely with other Northwell experts-including medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and colorectal surgeons-to evaluate every patient with rectal cancer. ""It's my job to make sure best practices are used and patients receive individualized care with guided support from start to finish.""Dr. Greenwald is an assistant professor of surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and has won multiple teaching awards, including the Department of Surgery Award for Excellence in Operative Teaching. He is also a Castle Connelly Top Doctor.Decades of being a surgeon have given Dr. Greenwald a greater awareness about his patients. ""It's not just about treating their illness,"" he says. ""It's about understanding their illness as it relates to everything else in their lives. You need that global perspective to truly understand what the patient is going through.""". Dr. Greenwald is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Sanjay P. Jobanputra
    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery
    1075 Franklin Avenue, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 
    Offers Telehealth

    Sanjay Jobanputra is a Colorectal Surgeon in Garden City, New York. Dr. Jobanputra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, and Bowel Incontinence.

    Advanced in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery

    Colon & Rectal Surgical Practice Of Nassau PLLC

    1100 Franklin Ave Ste 203, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Soleh is a Colorectal Surgeon in Garden City, New York. Dr. Soleh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Proctitis, Hemorrhoids, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Anal Fissure, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Advanced in Levator Syndrome
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Levator Syndrome
    General Surgery

    Colon & Rectal Surgical Practice Of Nassau PLLC

    1100 Franklin Ave Ste 203, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Evan Buckingham is a General Surgeon in Garden City, New York. Dr. Buckingham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Proctitis, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Anal Fissure, and Hemorrhoids.

    Howard M. Zimmerman
    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At New Hyde Park

    3003 New Hyde Park Road, Suite 306, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Howard Zimmerman is a Gastroenterologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Zimmerman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, and Helicobacter Pylori Infection.

    Advanced in Levator Syndrome
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Levator Syndrome
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite E130, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rajiv Bansal is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Bansal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery

    David Vivas Physician PC

    1075 Franklin Ave, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Victor Gallo is a Colorectal Surgeon in Garden City, New York. Dr. Gallo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Diverticular Disease, Hemorrhoids, Tenesmus, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery

    Colon & Rectal Surgical Practice Of Nassau PLLC

    1100 Franklin Ave Ste 203, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cesar Sanz is a Colorectal Surgeon in Garden City, New York. Dr. Sanz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Proctitis, Hemorrhoids, Gastric Dysmotility, Hernia Surgery, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite M200, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Nilesh Mehta is a Gastroenterologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Helicobacter Pylori Infection, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Campylobacter Infection, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite M200, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Sandberg is a Gastroenterologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Sandberg has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastritis, Tenesmus, and Hemorrhoids.

    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite M200, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Preeti Mehta is a Gastroenterologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Indigestion, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    3 Vermont Drive, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Owen Su is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Su is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Hemorrhoids, Proctitis, Rectal Prolapse, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    General Surgery

    Nassau University Medical Center

    2201 Hempstead Tpke, 
    East Meadow, NY 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Cirincione is a General Surgeon in East Meadow, New York. Dr. Cirincione is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Genital Warts, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Levator Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Levator Syndrome
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Dermatology

    1991 Marcus Ave, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Oustecky is a Gastroenterologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Oustecky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Hemorrhoids, Gastric Dysmotility, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Neeraj Kaushik
    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Levator Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    2200 Northern Boulevard, Suite 212, 
    Greenvale, NY 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Neeraj Kaushik is a Gastroenterologist in Greenvale, New York. Dr. Kaushik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Levator Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Levator Syndrome?

    Levator syndrome is characterized by sporadic pain in the rectum caused by spasm of a muscle near the anus (the levator ani muscle). The muscle spasm causes pain that typically is not related to defecation. The pain usually lasts less than 20 minutes. Pain may be brief and intense or a vague ache high in the rectum. It may occur spontaneously or with sitting and can waken a person from sleep. In severe cases, the pain can persist for many hours and can recur frequently. A person may have undergone various unsuccessful rectal operations to relieve these symptoms.

    When should I see a Levator Syndrome doctor near Garden City, 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 Levator Syndrome doctor near Garden City, 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 Levator Syndrome doctors near Garden City, 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 Levator Syndrome doctors near Garden City, 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 Levator Syndrome doctor near Garden City, 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 Levator Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Levator Syndrome 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 Levator Syndrome doctor near Garden City, 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 Levator Syndrome 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 Levator Syndrome 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 Levator Syndrome doctors near Garden City, NY?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Levator Syndrome 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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