Overview
Robert Kurtz is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Kurtz is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Annular Pancreas, DICER1 Syndrome, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 74 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1275 York Ave, New York, NY 10065
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. Robert Kurtz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Kurtz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert Kurtz by calling their office at 212-639-7620. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Robert Kurtz a top-rated expert for Pancreatic Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert Kurtz is classified as an Advanced expert for Pancreatic Cancer, 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. Robert Kurtz specialize in?
While Dr. Robert Kurtz is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Pancreatic Cancer, Annular Pancreas, and DICER1 Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Robert Kurtz participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Robert Kurtz has published 73 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreatic Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Robert Kurtz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Robert Kurtz accept my insurance?
Dr. Robert Kurtz accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-639-7620 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Annular PancreasDr. Kurtz isAdvanced. Learn about Annular Pancreas.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Kurtz isAdvanced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Kurtz isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Kurtz isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Kurtz isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- Stomach CancerDr. Kurtz isAdvanced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Experienced
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Kurtz isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Kurtz isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Kurtz isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- CholestasisDr. Kurtz isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Kurtz isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- ColitisDr. Kurtz isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
