Dr. David H. Hiltzik
Overview
"David Hiltzik, MD, is interim chair of otolaryngology at Staten Island University Hospital. He treats conditions of the ear, nose and throat in adults and children. His surgical specialties include sinus disease and breathing disorders, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, and skull base surgery. He also manages disorders affecting hearing and balance, throat and voice, and sleep.""I was influenced by my grandparents to work in science,"" says Dr. Hiltzik. ""My grandfather was a physical chemist who worked on The Manhattan Project and my grandmother was a science teacher. I knew I wanted to give to the community around me, so I went into medicine.""Dr. Hiltzik earned his medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine and embraces the approach of caring for patients through surgery. He was a resident in otolaryngology/head and neck surgery at New York-Presbyterian Hospital and completed two fellowships at Roosevelt Hospital (now Mount Sinai West), one in skull base surgery and the other in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery.As part of a team-based approach to care, Dr. Hiltzik collaborates with specialists in neurosurgery, pulmonology, sleep medicine, endocrinology and audiology to ensure patients achieve the best possible outcomes. During his time at Staten Island University Hospital, he has helped to expand several subspecialty programs, including skull base surgery; head and neck oncology; and services in speech and swallowing, hearing and balance, and sleep medicine.In addition to treating patients, Dr. Hiltzik is an assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and the American Head and Neck Society, as well as a fellow of the American College of Surgery. He is double board-certified in otolaryngology and facial plastic surgery.For Dr. Hiltzik, the best part of his job is connecting with patients and their families. ""It's important to me to get to know the person as a whole and not just treat the disease,"" he says.""I value a good bedside manner and want to make patients feel comfortable throughout the treatment process.""".
Dr. Hiltzik is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Hyperparathyroidism, Infant Hearing Loss, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
378 Seaview Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10305
130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10075
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Hiltzik 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.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David H. Hiltzik
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David H. Hiltzik?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David H. Hiltzik by calling their office at 718-226-6110. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David H. Hiltzik a top-rated expert for Familial Deafness?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David H. Hiltzik is classified as an Distinguished expert for Familial Deafness, 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. David H. Hiltzik specialize in?
While Dr. David H. Hiltzik is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Familial Deafness, Hyperparathyroidism, and Infant Hearing Loss. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. David H. Hiltzik participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David H. Hiltzik has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Deafness. You can view a list of Dr. David H. Hiltzik's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David H. Hiltzik accept my insurance?
Dr. David H. Hiltzik accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-226-6110 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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- Distinguished
- Familial DeafnessDr. Hiltzik isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Deafness.
- Advanced
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Deafness Hypogonadism SyndromeDr. Hiltzik isAdvanced. Learn about Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.
- DFNB1Dr. Hiltzik isAdvanced. Learn about DFNB1.
- EmpyemaDr. Hiltzik isAdvanced. Learn about Empyema.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Hiltzik isAdvanced. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- Experienced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary GlandsDr. Hiltzik isExperienced. Learn about Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands.
- Allergic RhinitisDr. Hiltzik isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Rhinitis.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Hiltzik isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- AnosmiaDr. Hiltzik isExperienced. Learn about Anosmia.
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional VertigoDr. Hiltzik isExperienced. Learn about Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.
- BoilsDr. Hiltzik isExperienced. Learn about Boils.