Overview
Stephen Litvak is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York.
Dr. Litvak is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Secondary Peritonitis, Peritonitis, Hernia Surgery, and Lymphadenectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
2500 Marcus Ave Ste 110, New Hyde Park, NY 11042
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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New York University
As a hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgeon, my expertise is in the surgical care of people who have cancer or benign disease of the pancreas, gallbladder, liver, and ampulla. However, my main area of expertise is pancreatic cancer.I chose to specialize in pancreatic cancer for a variety of reasons. It is a complex and aggressive disease that requires surgical and medical management based on innovative research. In addition, providing surgical treatment for pancreatic cancer demands great technical skills, and effective treatment requires a team of experts with access to the most sophisticated technology available.At Perlmutter Cancer Center, we perform more than 100 Whipple procedures—a complex surgery for cancer in the head of the pancreas—each year with outstanding outcomes. The mortality rate of Whipple procedures at our center is among the lowest in the world. I have performed more than 1,200 of these procedures.Our team has expertise in robotic surgery of the pancreas and liver, as well as in the removal of pancreatic tumors that involve major vessels, which is also known as locally advanced pancreatic cancer. We use transplants to manage certain types of liver tumors and offer precision treatment for all stages of pancreatic cancer. Our patients have access to the most advanced clinical trials.I feel privileged to share in the lives of people who have received a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer and shepherd them through treatment. One of the most rewarding parts of. Dr. Wolfgang is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Wolfgang is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Stephen Litvak
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen Litvak?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Stephen Litvak by calling their office at 516-354-4433. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Stephen Litvak a top-rated expert for Retroperitoneal Inflammation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Stephen Litvak is classified as an Advanced expert for Retroperitoneal Inflammation, 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. Stephen Litvak specialize in?
While Dr. Stephen Litvak is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Secondary Peritonitis, and Peritonitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Stephen Litvak participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Stephen Litvak has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retroperitoneal Inflammation. You can view a list of Dr. Stephen Litvak's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Stephen Litvak accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephen Litvak accepts most major insurance plans, including Wellcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 516-354-4433 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
- PeritonitisDr. Litvak isAdvanced. Learn about Peritonitis.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Litvak isAdvanced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Secondary PeritonitisDr. Litvak isAdvanced. Learn about Secondary Peritonitis.
- Experienced
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- CellulitisDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Congenital Generalized FibromatosisDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Generalized Fibromatosis.
- Desmoid TumorDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Desmoid Tumor.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- GastrostomyDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- HerniaDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Infantile MyofibromatosisDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Infantile Myofibromatosis.
- LymphadenectomyDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Lymphadenectomy.
- NecrosisDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Small Bowel ResectionDr. Litvak isExperienced. Learn about Small Bowel Resection.
