Charles J. Lightdale
Expertise in
6
conditions

Dr. Charles J. Lightdale

Gastroenterology
180 Fort Washington Avenue, 
New York, NY 
On Staff At
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
6
conditions
180 Fort Washington Avenue, 
New York, NY 

Overview

Current research is focussed on Barrett's esophagus. Targeted biopsies using confocal endomicroscopy for more accurate diagnosis. Radiofrequency ablation of Barrett's esophagus. Endoscopic mucosal resection of pre-cancerous lesions and early cancer. Blood tests and biopsy tests for early detection of esophageal cancer. Prevention of esophageal cancer in Barrett's esophagus.

Dr. Lightdale is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Esophageal Cancer, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Dr. Lightdale is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 110 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. Dr. Lightdale is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons

Residency

New York Hospital - Cornell Medical Center

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in NY

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine
Gastroenterology

Fellowships

New York Hospital - Cornell Medical Center

Hospital Affiliations

NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D

Locations

CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion
180 Fort Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Lightdale has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Pancreatic Cancer

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Charles J. Lightdale

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Charles J. Lightdale?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Charles J. Lightdale by calling their office at 212-305-3423. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Charles J. Lightdale a top-rated expert for Barrett Esophagus?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Charles J. Lightdale is classified as an Elite expert for Barrett Esophagus, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Charles J. Lightdale specialize in?

While Dr. Charles J. Lightdale is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Esophageal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Charles J. Lightdale accept my insurance?

Dr. Charles J. Lightdale accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Wellcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-3423 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

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