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Endocrine And Minimally Invasive Surgery - Upper East Side
Thomas Fahey is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Fahey is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodule, Follicular Thyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.
Memorial Hospital Opd At 66TH St
Melissa Pilewskie is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Pilewskie is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Mastectomy.
Surgical Oncology - Upper East Side
Russell Berman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Berman is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Infantile Myofibromatosis, Desmoid Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Berman is currently accepting new patients.
Mark Talamini is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Talamini is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy. Dr. Talamini is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At Lake Success
Doreen Chung is a General Surgeon and a Urologist practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Chung is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Incontinence, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Stress Urinary Incontinence, Prostatectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Chung is board certified in American Board Of Urology and American Board Of Urology/Urogynecology And Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Specialties At Rego Park
Moises Tenembaum is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rego Park, New York. Dr. Tenembaum is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Colostomy, and Lymphadenectomy.
Evelyn H. Lauder Breast Center
Monica Morrow is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Morrow is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Mastectomy. Dr. Morrow is currently accepting new patients.
Montefiore At 1250 Waters Place
Sheldon Marc Feldman, MD, is Chief, Breast Surgery and Breast Surgical Oncology, Professor, Surgery and Director, Breast Cancer Services at Montefiore Einstein. His clinical focus includes breast cancer, oncoplastic surgery with an emphasis on optimizing breast conservation, nipple-sparing mastectomy, minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment, intraoperative radiation, targeted tumor ablation, lymphedema prevention, and complementary integrative holistic care with an emphasis on physician-patient communication. Dr. Feldman is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Intraductal Papilloma, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.
Montefiore Greene Medical Arts Pavilion
Minimally Invasive Surgery. Dr. Camacho is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Diastasis Recti, Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Camacho is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.
David H. Koch Center For Cancer Care At Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Ashok Shaha is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Shaha is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Cancer, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Shaha is currently accepting new patients.
David H. Koch Center For Cancer Care At Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Jatin Shah is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Shah is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Cancer, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodule, Thyroidectomy, and Glossectomy. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Specialties At Rego Park
Christina Pin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rego Park, New York. Dr. Pin is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Lymphangiectasis. Dr. Pin is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At East 64th Street
Farzeen Firoozi, MD is the System Director of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the Department of Urology at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Firoozi is an expert in laparoscopic and robotic surgery for pelvic floor reconstruction. His clinical interests include urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, complex reconstruction of the lower urinary tract, and management of complications of vaginal and lower urinary tract surgery. After completing his urology residency at Albany Medical Center, Dr. Firoozi completed his fellowship at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic, with specialization in male and female voiding dysfunction, pelvic organ prolapse, incontinence, overactive bladder and neuro-urology -- one of few fellowships formally recognized by both the American Board of Urology and American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.Dr. Firoozi has pioneered, innovated and published new methods for the treatment of combined pelvic organ prolapse. In addition to performing the first ever reported transvesical Laparoendoscopic Single Site Surgery (LESS) for the management of vaginal mesh complications, Dr. Firoozi gained extensive experience with robotic and laparoscopic reconstructive surgery while at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Firoozi has presented at numerous national and international meetings, and won multiple awards for his work. He is an active member of the American Urological Association, International Urogynecology Association, and the Society for Urodynamics and Female Urology.He has been published in leading national and international journals including The Journal of Urology, Urology, The British Journal of Urology, Urologic Clinics of North America, European Urology, and the International Urogynecology Journal. Dr. Firoozi has also written many book chapters for some of the leading editors in his field.Dr. Firoozi has recently published two textbooks, Female Pelvic Surgery and Interpretation of Basic and Advanced Urodynamics.Dr. Firoozi has been named a Rising Star Superdoctor in the New York Times Magazine in 2013 and 2014, and named Superdoctor in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023.Dr. Firoozi is one of very few physicians with accredited, formal fellowship training in the field of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery in New York Metro Area. He was also part of the first group of surgeons to become certified in the subspecialty field of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery.In addition to practicing and advancing his specialty through innovation and education, Dr. Firoozi places compassion for his patients and their needs at the top of his priority list. Dr. Firoozi is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Neurogenic Bladder, Sacral Nerve Stimulation, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Firoozi is board certified in American Board Of Urology and American Board Of Urology/Urogynecology And Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery At Lenox Hill
Vikrom Dhar, MD is a board certified and fellowship trained general, bariatric, and foregut surgeon at Lenox Hill Hospital in the Upper East Side. He specializes in minimally invasive and robotic surgery, with an emphasis on bariatric and weight loss surgery, gastroesophageal reflux disease, paraesophageal and hiatal hernias, gastroesophageal motility disorders, abdominal wall and inguinal hernias, gallbladder disease, appendicitis, diverticulitis, and gastrointestinal cancers. After completing undergraduate studies in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Michigan, Dr. Dhar earned his medical degree from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. He completed his general surgery residency training at the University of Cincinnati, where he was elected the Administrative Chief Resident. During this time, he also completed dedicated research fellowships with the Cincinnati Research on Outcomes and Safety in Surgery (CROSS) and Cincinnati Collaborative for Obesity Research (CCORE) groups. Following residency, he completed an Advanced Gastrointestinal, Bariatric, and Minimally Invasive Surgery fellowship at New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Dhar utilizes state of the art robotic and minimally invasive surgery techniques for all procedures including sleeve gastrectomy, roux-en-y gastric bypass, and duodenal switch to offer patients less pain, faster recovery, and improved cosmesis compared to traditional surgical approaches. He strongly believes in tailoring comprehensive care plans for each individual patient to achieve successful outcomes while providing thoughtful and compassionate care. Dr. Dhar has authored over 45 publications in peer-reviewed journals and has given over 50 presentations at local, regional, and national surgical meetings. He has been awarded numerous honors including the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract Residents and Fellows Research Presentation Award, Central Surgical Association Best New Member Paper Award, induction into Alpha Omega Alpha, and the University of Cincinnati Max Zinninger Award. Dr. Dhar is board certified in General Surgery and holds certifications in Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery and Fundamentals of Endoscopic Surgery. He is an active member of the American College of Surgeons, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, and Society for Surgeons of the Alimentary Tract. Dr. Dhar is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Pancreatic Cancer, Ogilvie Syndrome, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Dhar is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.
Dmitri Alden is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Alden is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Liver Embolization, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Alden is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.
Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion
William Jarnagin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Jarnagin is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Jarnagin is currently accepting new patients.
Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion
Michael D'angelica is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. D'angelica is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Liver Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. D'angelica is currently accepting new patients.
David H. Koch Center For Cancer Care At Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Ian Ganly is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Ganly is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Cancer, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, Tongue Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Ganly is currently accepting new patients.
Gastroesophageal Reflux And Motility Disorders Program
Rasa Zarnegar is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Zarnegar is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Zarnegar is currently accepting new patients.
Surgical Oncology - Upper East Side
Michael Lieberman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Lieberman is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.
Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion
Jeffrey Drebin is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Drebin is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Drebin is currently accepting new patients.
Mskcc Surgery Group
Alice Wei is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Wei is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Wei is currently accepting new patients.
Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion
Vinod Balachandran is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Balachandran is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Hepatectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Balachandran is currently accepting new patients.
Mount Sinai Hospital
Naris Nilubol is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Astoria, New York. Dr. Nilubol is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pheochromocytoma, Adrenal Cancer, Parathyroidectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
General Surgery - Upper East Side
Cheguevara Afaneh is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Afaneh is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.
When should I see a General Surgeon near Elmhurst, 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 General Surgeon near Elmhurst, 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.
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How does MediFind rank General Surgeons near Elmhurst, NY?
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What types of insurance are accepted by General Surgeons near Elmhurst, 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 General Surgeon in Elmhurst?
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 General Surgeon search results page.
Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different General 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 General Surgeon near Elmhurst, 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 General 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 General 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 General Surgeons near Elmhurst, NY?
Look for the filter feature on the left side of the General 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.
What are the most common health conditions that a General Surgeon near Elmhurst, NY might treat?
Can I filter my search to find a General Surgeon that offers video calls?
Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the General Surgeon search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls).












