Matthew J. Whitson
Expertise in
10
conditions

Dr. Matthew J. Whitson

Gastroenterology
600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 111, 
Great Neck, NY 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
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Expertise in
10
conditions
600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 111, 
Great Neck, NY 

Overview

Matthew Whitson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Great Neck, New York.

Dr. Whitson is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Dr. Whitson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Whitson is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in NY

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine
American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology

Fellowships

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

Hospital Affiliations

Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Hofstra/Northwell School Of Medicine/Nursing
North Shore University Hospital
Lenox Hill Hospital
Katz Institute For Women's Health
Northwell Health Gastroenterology Institute
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
North Shore University Hospital
Plainview Hospital

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
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Northwell Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology at Great Neck
600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 111, Great Neck, NY 11021

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Whitson 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.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Colonoscopy

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.

12 Total Publications

Procedural training for internal medicine residents pursuing subspecialty training: a national survey of fellowship program directors.
Procedural training for internal medicine residents pursuing subspecialty training: a national survey of fellowship program directors.
Journal: Medical education online
Published: April 30, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Matthew J. Whitson

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew J. Whitson?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Matthew J. Whitson by calling their office at 516-387-3990. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Matthew J. Whitson a top-rated expert for Achalasia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Matthew J. Whitson is classified as an Advanced expert for Achalasia, 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. Matthew J. Whitson specialize in?

While Dr. Matthew J. Whitson is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Achalasia, Swallowing Difficulty, and Painful Swallowing. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Matthew J. Whitson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Matthew J. Whitson has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Achalasia. You can view a list of Dr. Matthew J. Whitson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Matthew J. Whitson accept my insurance?

Dr. Matthew J. Whitson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 516-387-3990 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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