John J. Platz
Expertise in
6
conditions
Expertise in
6
conditions

Overview

John Platz is a General Surgeon in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Platz is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

New York Medical College

Residency

State University of New York at Stony Brook

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in NY

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery
American Board Of Surgery/Surgical Critical Care

Hospital Affiliations

Long Island Jewish Forest Hills
South Shore University Hospital
North Shore University Hospital
Hofstra/Northwell School Of Medicine/Nursing
Long Island Jewish Valley Stream
Long Island Jewish 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:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Northwell Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Specialties at Great Neck, Northern Boulevard
1000 Northern Boulevard, Suite 380, Great Neck, NY 11021

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. John J. Platz

How do I make an appointment with Dr. John J. Platz?

You can book an appointment with Dr. John J. Platz by calling their office at 516-233-3610. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. John J. Platz a top-rated expert for Subarachnoid Hemorrhage?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John J. Platz is classified as an Advanced expert for Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, 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. John J. Platz specialize in?

While Dr. John J. Platz is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gallbladder Removal, and Ogilvie Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. John J. Platz participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. John J. Platz has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. You can view a list of Dr. John J. Platz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. John J. Platz accept my insurance?

Dr. John J. Platz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 516-233-3610 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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