Dr. George S. Ferzli
Overview
I am an active Professor of Surgery at SUNY Downstate and Chairman of the Department of Surgery at Lutheran Medical Center. I have lectured in medical schools and universities as well as operated in hospitals in 60 cities throughout the world. In addition, I have graduated 25 laparoscopic fellows since 1995.I am the recipient of the Ellis Island Medal of Honor. I have more than 125 peer-reviewed published articles and have participated in more than ten medical textbooks. I have been an innovator in minimally invasive surgery and hold seven U.S. patents for laparoscopic surgical instruments.I am a graduate from St. Joseph University School of Medicine in Beirut, Lebanon and completed my residency in General Surgery at Staten Island University Hospital. I am a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and am board certified in Surgery and Critical Care Medicine. I reside on Staten Island with my wife Berthe and have four children.
Dr. Ferzli is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 48 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. George S. Ferzli
How do I make an appointment with Dr. George S. Ferzli?
You can book an appointment with Dr. George S. Ferzli by calling their office at 718-667-8100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. George S. Ferzli a top-rated expert for Choledocholithiasis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. George S. Ferzli is classified as an Distinguished expert for Choledocholithiasis, 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. George S. Ferzli specialize in?
While Dr. George S. Ferzli is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. George S. Ferzli participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. George S. Ferzli has published 48 articles and abstracts on conditions like Choledocholithiasis. You can view a list of Dr. George S. Ferzli's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. George S. Ferzli accept my insurance?
Dr. George S. Ferzli accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-667-8100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Ferzli isDistinguished. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Ferzli isDistinguished. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Ferzli isDistinguished. Learn about Gallstones.
- HerniaDr. Ferzli isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- Sleeve GastrectomyDr. Ferzli isDistinguished. Learn about Sleeve Gastrectomy.
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- CholecystitisDr. Ferzli isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Ferzli isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- GastrectomyDr. Ferzli isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Necrotizing FasciitisDr. Ferzli isAdvanced. Learn about Necrotizing Fasciitis.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Ferzli isAdvanced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.
- Experienced
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Ferzli isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- CellulitisDr. Ferzli isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- ColostomyDr. Ferzli isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Ferzli isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Ferzli isExperienced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Ferzli isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.