Overview
Philip George, MD is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Columbia University. He is a board-certified general surgeon who is fellowship-trained in minimally invasive and robotic general surgery. During his residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center, he was elected chief resident and was awarded the prestigious Arthur Aufses Jr. Award for his dedication to surgical research, resident teaching, and excellence in patient care. Dr. George then underwent fellowship training in minimally invasive anti-reflux and hernia surgery at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, Maryland. His unique fellowship training has made him skillful in advanced minimally invasive anti-reflux and hernia repair techniques. These include tissue flap repair of hiatal hernias, transversus abdominis release (TAR), enhanced view totally extraperitoneal hernia repairs (eTEP), and robotic total abdominal wall reconstruction of massive ventral incisional hernias.
Prior to accepting the prestigious position at the Columbia Hernia Center, Dr. George worked in central New Jersey, specializing in advanced hernia repair techniques.
His research in the field has been presented at national meetings as well as published in peer-reviewed journals. He is also an active member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES).
Dr. George offers patients unparalleled communication all while focusing on having the best outcomes possible. He is committed to his patients by ensuring they receive.
Dr. George is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.
Dr. George is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. George is currently accepting new patients.
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161 Fort Washington Ave Fl 5, New York, NY 10032
300 Frank W Burr Blvd Ste 130, Teaneck, NJ 07666
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Philip George
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Philip George?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Philip George by calling their office at 646-960-7736. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Philip George a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Philip George is classified as an Distinguished expert for 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. Philip George specialize in?
While Dr. Philip George is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Umbilical Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Philip George participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Philip George has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Philip George's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Philip George accept my insurance?
Dr. Philip George accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 646-960-7736 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- HerniaDr. George isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
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- Hernia SurgeryDr. George isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. George isAdvanced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.
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- CellulitisDr. George isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. George isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. George isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Femoral HerniaDr. George isExperienced. Learn about Femoral Hernia.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. George isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. George isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.