
Overview
Dr. Robbins has been inducted as a fellow in the three major professional societies, the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the American Gastroenterological Association, and the American College of Gastroenterology. He has been repeatedly recognized as a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly and a Best Doctor by New York Magazine. He lectures nationally and internationally on ways to improve the quality of healthcare and directs academic courses across the country for physicians and nurses. Dr. Robbins has published numerous peer-reviewed articles, editorials and book chapters. He frequently contributes his expertise to print and television media and has been featured as a medical expert for the major television networks and news outlets. See. Dr. Robbins in action In The Press.
His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
Dr. Robbins is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
178 East 85th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10028
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Robbins 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
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David H. Robbins
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David H. Robbins?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David H. Robbins by calling their office at 212-434-3427. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David H. Robbins a top-rated expert for Hiatal Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David H. Robbins is classified as an Experienced expert for Hiatal Hernia, 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. Robbins specialize in?
While Dr. David H. Robbins is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. David H. Robbins participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David H. Robbins has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hiatal Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. David H. Robbins'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. Robbins accept my insurance?
Dr. David H. Robbins accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-434-3427 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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- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Robbins isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Robbins isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Robbins isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.

