Summary

Dr. Eric Edwards is a surgeon who specializes in general surgery and bariatric surgery. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and completed his residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell in 2005. With 26 years of experience in surgical practice, Dr. Edwards brings extensive expertise to his patients. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Edwards is affiliated with NewYork Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital and practices in New York. His surgical expertise includes treating abdominal hernias and performing complex abdominal procedures. He also has experience managing achalasia, a condition affecting the esophagus. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 26 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Eric D Edwards has 3 locations

Dr. Eric D Edwards

5 E 98th StNew York, NY 10029

Dr. Eric D Edwards

2520 30th AveAstoria, NY 11102
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Eric D Edwards

9901 Queens BlvdRego Park, NY 11374

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26 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
New York , NYFlushing , NYFlushing , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Eric D Edwards

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • 32BJ Health Fund
  • AETNA - Commercial
  • AETNA - Medicare
  • Amidacare Medicaid
  • Anthem/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Commercial
  • Anthem/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - HealthPlus Medicaid
  • Centivo
  • CIGNA Healthcare
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth - GHI-PPO
  • EmblemHealth - HIP
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicaid
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicare
  • Fidelis Health Care
  • HealthFirst Medicaid
  • HealthFirst Medicare
  • Horizon NJ
  • Magnacare-Health Care
  • Medicare - NJ
  • Medicare - NY
  • Metroplus
  • Multiplan PHCS
  • NJ Medicaid
  • NY Medicaid
  • Oscar
  • Oxford - Freedom and Liberty
  • United Health Care - Commercial
  • United Health Care - Empire Plan
  • United Health Care - Oxford Care

Medical Specialties

Dr. Eric D Edwards has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Eric D Edwards has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • General Surgery
  • Obesity Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell2005

Medical School

Rutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolGraduated in 2000

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Eric Edwards accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Eric Edwards speak?
Dr. Eric Edwards speaks English.
Does Dr. Eric Edwards accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Eric Edwards has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Is Dr. Eric Edwards accepting new patients?
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