The 20 Best Peptic Ulcer Doctors Near Me in Long Island City, NY

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 2835 doctor with experience in Peptic Ulcer near Long Island City, NY. Of these, 2480 are Experienced, 305 are Advanced and 42 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery
    Distinguished in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Vascular Surgery At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 13th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Carroccio serves as chief of vascular surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital. He is a nationally recognized vascular surgeon, specializing in complex yet minimally invasive aortic aneurysm repair and catheter-based therapy of the vascular system.Dr. Carroccio received his medical degree from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, where he was granted membership to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He went on to complete a residency in general surgery and a clinical and research fellowship in vascular surgery at Mount Sinai Medical Center. He remained on the faculty of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine with appointments in the Division of Vascular Surgery and the Division of Interventional Radiology. He joined Lenox Hill Hospital in 2008 and established its first vascular surgery residency program.Certified by the American Board of Surgery and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Carroccio is regarded as an esteemed researcher and clinician. He has authored numerous peer reviewed articles for scholarly and professional publications, written book chapters and delivered presentations to professional audiences worldwide. He has served on many academic and professional society committees, contributes to development for national educational courses and has been the recipient of several honors. He has participated in many clinical trials investigating minimally invasive treatment of aortic disease and peripheral arterial disease.Dr. Carroccio has been recognized as a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly, U.S. News & World Report and New York magazine. Dr. Carroccio is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Gangrene, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Aneurysm Repair. Dr. Carroccio is board certified in American Board Of Surgery/General-Vascular Surgery.

    Distinguished in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Specialties At Rego Park

    95-25 Queens Boulevard, 5th Floor, 
    Rego Park, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Italian

    Christina Pin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rego Park, New York. Dr. Pin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Lymphangiectasis. Dr. Pin is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Distinguished in Peptic Ulcer
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Peptic Ulcer
    Family Medicine

    Chekd LLC

    41 Madison Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samy Saker is a Family Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Saker is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Necrotizing Granuloma.

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    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Family Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Century Medical & Dental Center

    200 Livingston St, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anzhela Dvorkina is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Dvorkina is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, High Cholesterol, and Obesity.

    Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
    Hospital Medicine
    Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
    Hospital Medicine
    6506 Myrtle Avenue, 
    Glendale, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Hebrew

    Hoorbod Delshadfar is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Glendale, New York. Dr. Delshadfar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Necrosis, Peptic Ulcer, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Peptic Ulcer
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Peptic Ulcer
    Gastroenterology

    NYU Langone Hospitals

    550 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melissa Debordeaux is a primary care provider, practicing in Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Debordeaux is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

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

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

    Distinguished in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    Helen L. & Martin S. Kimmel Hyperbaric & Advanced Wound Healing Center

    240 E 38th St Fl 13, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frank Ross is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Ross is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Varicose Veins, Peptic Ulcer, and Necrosis.

    Distinguished in Peptic Ulcer
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Peptic Ulcer
    Internal Medicine

    Yoav Borsuk MD PC

    167 Madison Ave Rm 605, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yoav Borsuk is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Borsuk is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Lymphangitis.

    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery
    1041 3rd Avenue, Ofc 2, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    David Fox is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Fox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Varicose Veins, Venous Insufficiency, and Renovascular Hypertension. Dr. Fox is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery/General-Vascular Surgery.

    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    515 Madison Avenue, Room 705, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    "Parswa Ansari, MD, is a double board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Northwell's Lenox Hill Hospital, with over 15 years of experience. He treats various anorectal disorders, including hemorrhoids, fissures and fistulas, and has expertise in laparoscopic colorectal resections for cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and diverticulitis. He also has a focus on advanced endometriosis.""My father was a doctor; seeing how he conducted himself inspired me to pursue a career in medicine,"" says Dr. Ansari, who graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He then completed a residency in general surgery at New York-Presbyterian Hospital and a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at Lahey Clinic Medical Center.Having joined Lenox Hill Hospital in 2007, Dr. Ansari was originally the only colorectal surgeon on staff and has since seen the team grow to include multiple colorectal surgeons. ""We all work closely together, which strengthens the level of care we provide,"" he says. He also collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide patients with comprehensive care. For instance, he partners with gynecologists and urologists to provide holistic care for a large volume of endometriosis patients. ""Endometriosis knows no boundaries,"" he explains. ""Advanced forms can invade anywhere, including the colon, rectum or other parts of the intestine, so having a team approach to treatment is extremely important.""Passionate about educating the next generation of doctors, Dr. Ansari has written chapters for textbooks and serves as program director for the general surgery residency at Lenox Hill Hospital, as well as assistant professor at Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.Dr. Ansari is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, and he has served on the Executive Council of the New York Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. His surgical expertise and commitment to the New York community has earned him recognition on several prestigious physician lists, including Castle Connolly Top Doctors and New York Magazine Top Doctors.Dr. Ansari's patients appreciate his calm demeanor and ability to explain complex details in a way that's easy to understand. ""I love connecting with patients and helping them get better,"" he says. ""Their gratification, and that of their loved ones, is what's most meaningful to me.""". Dr. Ansari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Proctitis, Genital Warts, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Colonoscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Ansari is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery.

    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Bariatric Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery At Lenox Hill

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

    Mitchell Roslin is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Roslin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Malnutrition, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Roslin is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery At Lenox Hill

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

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

    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery At Lenox Hill

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

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

    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    186 East 76th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Russian

    Dmitri Alden is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Alden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Liver Embolization, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Alden is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery At Lenox Hill

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

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

    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery At Lenox Hill

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

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

    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery At Lenox Hill

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

    I am a Board Certified Minimally Invasive Surgeon who specializes in Robotic, Laparoscopic and Endoscopic treatment of Obesity and Disorders of the Upper Gastrointestinal tract. I do so using technologies which allow best outcomes and shortest recovery times and tailor each of these approaches to my patient s needs.With regards to weight loss, I offer a wide range of treatment modalities including Intragastric Baloon placement, Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty, Robotic Sleeve Gastrectomy, Robotic Gastric Bypass and Robotic Duodenal Switch as well as Revisional Surgery in cases of persistent weight gain.My other area of focus is the treatment of disorders of the Upper Gastrointestinal tract such as Reflux (GERD), Stomach Cancer, Achalasia, Esophageal Spastic Disorders and Gastroparesis for which a wide range of options are available (Robotic fundoplication, LINX device, TIF, POEM, Pyloroplasty, Gastric Stimulator).I routinely manage complex general surgery patients with problems such as hernias, cholecystitis, appendicitis, diverticulitis small bowel obstruction and Colon Cancer and constantly strive to integrate minimally invasive approaches to my care to allow the best recovery times.My primary research interests are Robotic Bariatric Surgery including metabolic outcomes of Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy as well as minimally invasive outcomes for the treatment of reflux and gastroesophageal neoplastic and dysmotility disorders (Gastric Cancer, GERD, Achalasia, Barrett's esophagus, Nutcracker Esophagus, Gastric polyps, Gastroparesis). On these topics I have authored more than 20 publications on Peer reviewed International Journals, 30 presentations at international meetings and 2 book chapters.I am a member if the American College of Surgeons (ACS), the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract (SSAT) and the European Association of Endoscopic Surgery (EAES). Dr. Filicori is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Gastrectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Filicori is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Vascular Surgery At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 13th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Gary Giangola is the chairman of the Department of Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan. He also serves as the vice president of surgical services for Northwell Health s western region, which includes Lenox Hill Hospital, Lenox Health Greenwich Village, Staten Island University Hospital, Northern Westchester Hospital and Phelps Hospital in Westchester.A native New Yorker, Dr. Giangola has dedicated his life to caring for people of the five boroughs and the surrounding metropolitan area. His passion for surgery was ignited at a young age when he read The Making of a Surgeon by William A. Nolen, MD. From that day forward, Dr. Giangola knew his calling was to be a surgeon and to train at Bellevue Hospital, just as the author had. He not only achieved that dream but remained as part of the surgical faculty at Bellevue, the Manhattan VA Medical Center and NYU, for 12 years. Dr. Giangola is a graduate of NYU School of Medicine, where he received his residency and fellowship training. He also earned his bachelor s degree at NYU, graduating cum laude.Dr. Giangola joined Northwell Health in 2008 as chief of vascular surgery and vice chairman of the Department of Surgery at Staten Island University Hospital. He would soon assume the role of Northwell Health s system chief of vascular surgery, and was eventually appointed chairman of surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital in 2013. Dr. Giangola is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Disease, Aneurysm Repair, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Giangola is board certified in American Board Of Surgery/General-Vascular Surgery.

    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery | General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Vascular Surgery At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 13th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Glenn Jacobowitz, MD, is a highly skilled vascular and endovascular surgeon who serves patients at Northwell Health Physician Partners Vascular Surgery at Lenox Hill as well as Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery at Phelps. With over 30 years of expertise in the field of vascular surgery, Dr. Jacobowitz is dedicated to providing the highest quality care and compassionate care to his patients. Dr. Jacobowitz is certified by the American Board of Surgery in both surgery and vascular surgery. His areas of focus include superficial and deep venous disease, deep vein thrombosis, and endovascular surgery, including treatment of carotid artery disease and peripheral arterial disease. Dr. Jacobowitz completed his undergraduate degree at Princeton University and medical degree at New York University School of Medicine. He then went on to complete his residency in general surgery at the renowned program at New York University Medical Center, further refining his surgical skills and expertise. Dr. Jacobowitz has also completed a prestigious fellowship at New York University Medical Center specializing in vascular surgery. His additional training in this specialized field allows him to offer advanced techniques and innovative treatments to his patients. In addition to his clinical duties, Dr. Jacobowitz holds the position of System Chief of Vascular Surgery at Northwell Health. In this role, he oversees the development and maintenance of quality inpatient and outpatient vascular procedures across Northwell Health System. Under his guidance, patients benefit from open surgery and minimally invasive endovascular procedures, with a focus on providing convenient and satisfying care while maintaining the highest standards of safety and effectiveness.As a nationally and internationally recognized leader in academic vascular surgery, Dr Jacobowitz has over 150 publications and had mentored students and residents for over 25 years in the art and science of vascular surgery. Dr. Jacobowitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Venous Insufficiency, Varicose Veins, Stent Placement, and Aneurysm Repair. Dr. Jacobowitz is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery/General-Vascular Surgery.

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    What is the definition of Peptic Ulcer?

    A peptic ulcer is an open sore or raw area in the lining of the stomach (gastric ulcer) or in the first part of the small intestine (duodenal ulcer).

    There are two types of peptic ulcers:

    • Gastric ulcer -- occurs in the stomach
    • Duodenal ulcer -- occurs in the first part of the small intestine

    When should I see a Peptic Ulcer doctor near Long Island 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 Peptic Ulcer doctor near Long Island 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 Peptic Ulcer doctors near Long Island 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 Peptic Ulcer doctors near Long Island 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 Peptic Ulcer doctor near Long Island 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 Peptic Ulcer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Peptic Ulcer 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 Peptic Ulcer doctor near Long Island 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 Peptic Ulcer 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 Peptic Ulcer 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 Peptic Ulcer doctors near Long Island City, NY?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Peptic Ulcer 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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