25 of the Best General Surgeons Near Me in melville, NY

Looking for the best general surgeon near melville, NY? Find a top general surgeon near you in melville, NY who is an expert in your specific condition. A general surgeon is a doctor who has been trained in a wide variety of surgical procedures.

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    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
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    Northwell Health Physician Partners At Plainview

    25 Central Park Road, 
    Plainview, NY 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jonathan Klonsky is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Plainview, New York. Dr. Klonsky is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Obesity, Hernia Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Klonsky is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Klonsky is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Surgery At Huntington

    270 Pulaski Road, Suite A, 
    Greenlawn, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Erna Busch-Devereaux is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Greenlawn, New York. Dr. Busch-Devereaux is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy. Dr. Busch-Devereaux is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Busch-Devereaux is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery At Plainview, Old Country Road

    700 Old Country Road, Suite 204, 
    Plainview, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Glen Fitterman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Plainview, New York. Dr. Fitterman is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Fitterman is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Fitterman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Surgery At Huntington

    270 Pulaski Road, Suite A, 
    Greenlawn, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Faisal Siddiqui is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Greenlawn, New York. Dr. Siddiqui is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Galactocoele, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Embolectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Siddiqui is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Siddiqui is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Northwell Health Physician Partners At Syosset

    8 Greenfield Road, 
    Syosset, NY 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Bilal Chughtai, Chief of Urology at Plainview Hospital, completed his medical degree at Stony Brook University, followed by residency in urologic surgery at Albany Medical Center. He completed his fellowship in Male Voiding Dysfunction, Neuro-Urology, Female Pelvic Medicine Reconstructive Surgery at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City.Dr. Chughtai specializes in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery and Male Voiding Dysfunction. He maintains a deep, longitudinal interest in these highly prevalent and debilitating conditions and has focused both his clinical, research, and teaching activities on these areas.Dr. Chughtai's mentorship in clinical and basic science research projects has enabled his team to be investigators in numerous clinical trials, as well as translational, and outcomes research including National Institute of Health and industry support. He has authored over 300 peer-reviewed articles, chapters in urologic texts, 4 textbooks, and has presented extensively at national and international meetings. Dr. Chughtai is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Incontinence, Bowel Incontinence, Prostatectomy, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation. Dr. Chughtai is board certified in American Board Of Urology/Urogynecology And Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery and American Board Of Urology. Dr. Chughtai is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required
    146A Manetto Hill Road, Suite 102, 
    Plainview, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alan Slepian is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Plainview, New York. Dr. Slepian is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Slepian is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine Specialties At Woodbury

    415 Crossways Park Drive, 
    Woodbury, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Jerzy Macura is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Woodbury, New York. Dr. Macura is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Macura is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Macura is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Surgery At Huntington

    270 Pulaski Road, Suite A, 
    Greenlawn, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese
    Accepting New Patients

    "Joyce Au, MD, FACS, is a breast surgeon at Northwell Health. She offers specialized care for high-risk cases and performs a wide range of breast procedures, including lumpectomy and nipple-sparing mastectomy for breast cancer.""I've always been fascinated with medicine, science and the human body,"" says Dr. Au, recalling her childhood in Hong Kong and her admiration for her grandfather, who practiced traditional Chinese medicine.Dr. Au completed her general surgery residency at SUNY Downstate. She went on to do a fellowship in advanced training in breast and melanoma surgery at Fox Chase Cancer Center.She joined Northwell Health in 2016 as a breast surgeon at Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Surgery at Huntington. Working with a multidisciplinary team-including radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, radiologists, plastic surgeons and genetic counselors-Dr. Au makes sure every patient is comfortable and fully informed. ""I know it's a tough time, so it is important to be compassionate and kind,"" she says. ""I make sure they understand every part of their care."" Patients certainly agree-Dr. Au is a two-time recipient of Northwell's Patients' Choice Award, a feedback-based recognition.Dr. Au is also an assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons. She's authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, and is currently contributing to a clinical study on 3D breast models for breast cancer patients. She is also working with Northwell partner Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory on breast cancer research.""The best part of my job is seeing people continue living their lives, doing what they love,"" says Dr. Au. ""Patients have sent me their sisters, daughters and moms for care-that is the biggest compliment you could ever get.""". Dr. Au is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Breast Lump, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Au is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Au is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Northwell Health Physician Partners At Bethpage

    4072 Hempstead Turnpike, 
    Bethpage, NY 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Shinbrot is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Bethpage, New York. Dr. Shinbrot is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Infection, Lymphadenectomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Shinbrot is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery. Dr. Shinbrot is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Island Medical Group PC

    4277 Hempstead Tpke Ste 209, 
    Bethpage, NY 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Castellano is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Bethpage, New York. Dr. Castellano is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Colostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Castellano is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Plainview Hospital

    888 Old Country Rd, 
    Plainview, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brett Keck is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Plainview, New York. Dr. Keck is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Hernia, Osteomyelitis, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Sears Optical #C0865

    1111 Franklin Ave, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neal Cayne is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Garden City, New York. Dr. Cayne is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Venous Insufficiency, Aneurysm Repair, and Stent Placement.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Plainview Hospital

    888 Old Country Rd, 
    Plainview, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Hoina is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Plainview, New York. Dr. Hoina is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis, Peptic Ulcer, Cellulitis, and Necrotizing Granuloma.

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

    Plainview Hospital

    888 Old Country Rd, 
    Plainview, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Deborah Duxbury is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Plainview, New York. Dr. Duxbury is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Duxbury is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    270 Pulaski Rd, 
    Greenlawn, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alison Mishkit is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Greenlawn, New York. Dr. Mishkit is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Lump, Intraductal Papilloma, and Lymphadenectomy.

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

    Sears Optical #C0865

    1111 Franklin Ave, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Helen Pass is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Garden City, New York. Dr. Pass is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Renal Focus ASC Plainview

    671 Old Country Rd, 
    Plainview, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shankar Iyer is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Plainview, New York. Dr. Iyer is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), SVC Obstruction, May Thurner Syndrome, and Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Sears Optical #C0865

    1111 Franklin Ave, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jill Dietz is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Garden City, New York. Dr. Dietz is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Breast Infection, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery At Glen Cove

    10 Medical Plaza, Suite 203, 
    Glen Cove, NY 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Grieco is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Glen Cove, New York. Dr. Grieco is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Grieco is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Grieco is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required
    2200 Northern Boulevard, Suite 125, 
    Greenvale, NY 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Ukrainian
    Accepting New Patients

    Eugene Rubach is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Greenvale, New York. Dr. Rubach is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choledocholithiasis, Hernia, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Rubach is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Rubach is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Surgery At Lake Success

    2001 Marcus Avenue, W-270, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    "Karen Kostroff, MD, is the chief of breast surgery at Northwell. She is one of New York's most renowned breast cancer surgeons, and one of the nation's leading breast cancer specialists in the diagnosis and treatment of women at risk for hereditary breast cancer.At a very young age, Dr. Kostroff knew she wanted to help others. ""When I was 6 years old, my father was in a very serious accident,"" she says. ""Seeing him being cared for by wonderful doctors sparked a passion in me to do the same.""After completing a six-year medical honors program at Boston University School of Medicine, Dr. Kostroff completed her residency at New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center, which included a concentration on cancer surgery and breast disorders at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Institute. Her training continued at Brigham and Women's Hospital of Harvard Medical School, where she completed a fellowship in cancer surgery.For Dr. Kostroff, providing the highest level of care goes way beyond having the best surgical skills. As a recipient of numerous patient satisfaction awards, including Northwell's Patient Choice Award, she is most appreciated for the compassionate, accessible and thorough care she delivers every day. ""It's important my patients and their family members feel supported throughout their journeys, and have the education and resources they need to make informed decisions about their health,"" Dr. Kostroff explains.Collaboration is also important to Dr. Kostroff. She works closely with a dedicated team of specialists and participates in a weekly tumor board to develop the most personalized treatment plans. She's additionally passionate about training the next generation of breast surgeons in her role as assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.""Being a breast cancer surgeon is such a rewarding career. Sharing good news and getting people through difficult times-that's what makes it all worthwhile.""". Dr. Kostroff is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy. Dr. Kostroff is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Specialties At Bay Shore

    250 East Main Street, 1st Floor, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Wodicka is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Wodicka is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Wodicka is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Wodicka is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required
    1615 Northern Boulevard, Suite 302, 
    Manhasset, NY 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Louis Auguste is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Auguste is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Auguste is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Auguste is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Referral required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Specialties At Lake Success

    1999 Marcus Avenue, Suite 106C, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    "Douglas Held, MD is a board-certified general and colon and rectal surgeon specializing in hernia surgery and was accredited in 2020 by the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) as a Surgeon of Excellence in hernia surgery.Dr. Held's relationship with Northwell Health dates back to when he was just a young child, when his uncle served as chairman of anesthesiology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center when it first opened in 1953. After seeing several surgeries performed, he knew it was something he would eventually do, and later in his teenage years he became an operating room tech at the same hospital.After attending medical school at SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn, Dr. Held completed both his internship and residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He completed his fellowship training in colorectal surgery at Allentown Hospital-Lehigh Valley Center.As his focus turned more and more to hernias, a common problem for both men and women, Dr. Held recognized that the treatments are not a one-size-fits-all approach. ""Different technologies allow us to provide different ways to help each individual person,"" he says. And Dr. Held is at the forefront of these technologies. As the section director of hernia surgery at LIJ Medical Center, Dr. Held works closely with new innovations in hernia care and is heavily involved in the robotic hernia center at LIJ Valley Stream, which achieved dual accreditations from the SRC as a Center of Excellence in both hernia surgery and robotic surgery.Averaging about 900 cases a year for the better part of three decades, Dr. Held has seen a lot over his career and has become very sensitive to patient feedback and observation. ""You sort of develop a sixth sense,"" he says, and he has become acutely attuned to what works and doesn't work in each individual case.With his expertise in high demand, Dr. Held also works to pass on his knowledge to the next generation of surgeons, training medical students as part of the Initial Clinical Experience (ICE) program at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. With such a longstanding career, its this opportunity to act as mentor that keeps him coming back for more.". Dr. Held is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Cholecystitis, Umbilical Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Held is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Held is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Internal Medicine At Northport

    721 Fort Salonga Road, 
    Northport, NY 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Galvin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Northport, New York. Dr. Galvin is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gastrostomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Galvin is board certified in American Board Of Surgery/Surgical Critical Care and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Galvin is currently accepting new patients.

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    When should I see a General Surgeon near melville, 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 melville, 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 General Surgeons near melville, 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 General Surgeons near melville, 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 melville?

    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 melville, 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 melville, 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 melville, 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). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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