25 of the Best Colorectal Surgeons Near Me in Port Jefferson, NY

Looking for the best colorectal surgeon near Port Jefferson, NY? Find a top colorectal surgeon near you in Port Jefferson, NY who is an expert in your specific condition. Colorectal surgeons, formerly known as proctologists, are doctors who specialize in performing surgery on the lower digestive tract.

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MediFind found 11 specialists near Port Jefferson, NY

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    Expertise in
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    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
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    Colorectal Surgery
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    Stony Brook Surgical Associates Ufpc

    37 Research Way, 
    East Setauket, NY 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Deborah Nagle is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in East Setauket, New York. Dr. Nagle is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ileostomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Nagle is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Colon And Rectal Surgeons Of Long Island P.C.

    3400 Nesconset Hwy Ste 100, 
    East Setauket, NY 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Arnold Leiboff is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in East Setauket, New York. Dr. Leiboff is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Leiboff is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery And Smith Institute For Urology At Smithtown

    222 Middle Country Road, Suite 211, 
    Smithtown, NY 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    "David E. Rivadeneira, MD, MBA, FACS, FASCRS, is director of Northwell Health Cancer Institute at Huntington and physician-in-chief of clinical strategic initiatives for Northwell facilities across eastern Long Island. He's a board-certified, multilingual general surgeon and colorectal surgeon who provides leading-edge care for colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, as well as diverticulitis.""I've always wanted to help people,"" says Dr. Rivadeneira, who completed his residency in general surgery at Weill Medical College of Cornell University, training at both New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.Dr. Rivadeneira, who joined Northwell in 2013, works alongside a multidisciplinary team including oncologists, geneticists and nutritionists to give patients complete and convenient care. Consultations can usually be made within 24 to 48 hours at various Long Island locations-and everyone receives the care they deserve. ""I treat people like I'd want a family member to be treated,"" says Dr. Rivadeneira. ""I speak to patients in a way that helps them really understand their care-it's clear, concise and always compassionate.""A professor of surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Dr. Rivadeneira also instructs surgeons throughout the country and abroad. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and the Society of Surgical Oncology, among others. He also works closely with Northwell research partner Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory on tissue analysis for critical research studies for the very best patient care-now and in the future.""Seeing patients have better quality of life with no more pain, and seeing them enjoy major life milestones because of treatment-it just doesn't get any better than that,"" he says.". Dr. Rivadeneira is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Rivadeneira is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Rivadeneira is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery And Smith Institute For Urology At Smithtown

    222 Middle Country Road, Suite 211, 
    Smithtown, NY 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    "Shirley Shiuh Leei Shih, MD, a colorectal surgeon at Northwell Health, specializes in treating all forms of benign and malignant colorectal disease-including Crohn's disease, diverticular disease and colorectal cancer-through minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery.She decided to become a doctor, like her father, while growing up Long Island, but it wasn't until she was in medical school at Albany Medical College, and attended a lecture on colorectal procedure, that she decided this was the direction she wanted to take.""My starting point was just wanting to help people, and as soon as I saw what type of new colorectal surgeries were being done, I could see the potential for boosting patient quality of life,"" she says. ""Instead of stem-to-stern incisions that led to long recoveries, we could do minimally invasive procedures that offered faster recovery and less pain.""Dr. Shih completed her residency at George Washington University Hospital and a fellowship at Cleveland Clinic in Florida, as well as at Indiana University School of Medicine. She spent seven years in private practice near Philadelphia, then returned to New York to join Northwell Health.""The team-oriented approach here is very strong,"" she says. ""There is such good communication and collaboration, both among partners in my practice and with everyone at Northwell generally. That gives patients more comprehensive support.""Currently, she's enhancing her surgical skills by learning robotic surgery, as she's passionate about offering patients more options for treatment. She's also an assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Other efforts include training residents to provide enhanced patient care, and pursuing excellence in rectal cancer treatment at Huntington Hospital.Part of her lifelong learning comes from patients as well. ""What I've learned from them is to treat every patient as an individual,"" she says. ""It's important for me, and for all doctors, to tailor each discussion based on what a patient needs. I try to remember that with every patient conversation.""". Dr. Shih is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Diverticular Disease, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy. Dr. Shih is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Shih is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Mather General Surgery At Port Jefferson

    70 North Country Rd, Suite 102, 
    Port Jefferson, NY 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Bornstein is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Port Jefferson, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Bornstein is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Proctitis, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Bornstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Stony Brook Surgical Associates Ufpc

    37 Research Way, 
    East Setauket, NY 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Smithy is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in East Setauket, New York. Dr. Smithy is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Smithy is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery And Smith Institute For Urology At Smithtown

    222 Middle Country Road, Suite 211, 
    Smithtown, NY 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Cecilia Birisan is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Smithtown, New York. Dr. Birisan is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anal Fissure, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Diverticular Disease, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Birisan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
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    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
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    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    North Country Surgical P.C.

    41 N Country Rd, 
    Port Jefferson, NY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Maria Basile is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Port Jefferson, New York. Dr. Basile is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required
    373 Route 111, Suite 1, 
    Smithtown, NY 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sanjay Jobanputra is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Smithtown, New York. Dr. Jobanputra is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, and Bowel Incontinence. Dr. Jobanputra is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
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    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Premier Family Medical Associates P.C.

    227 Mount Pleasant Rd, 
    Hauppauge, NY 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jian Yu is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Hauppauge, New York. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, Gardner Syndrome, and Turcot Syndrome. Dr. Yu is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Dr Robert N Prichep Physician PC

    286 Sills Rd Ste 5, 
    East Patchogue, NY 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Frank Sconzo is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in East Patchogue, New York. Dr. Sconzo is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Hemorrhoids, Colostomy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Sconzo is currently accepting new patients.

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    When should I see a Colorectal Surgeon near Port Jefferson, NY?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Colorectal Surgeon near Port Jefferson, NY?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Colorectal Surgeons near Port Jefferson, NY?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Colorectal Surgeons near Port Jefferson, NY?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Colorectal Surgeon in Port Jefferson?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Colorectal Surgeon search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Colorectal Surgeon?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Colorectal Surgeon near Port Jefferson, NY?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Colorectal Surgeon?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Colorectal Surgeon may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Colorectal Surgeons near Port Jefferson, NY?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Colorectal Surgeon search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Colorectal Surgeon that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Colorectal Surgeon search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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