Summary

Dr. John Saunders is a surgeon with 25 years of experience in the medical field. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at NYU School of Medicine. Dr. Saunders speaks both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Saunders practices at several prestigious locations in New York, including NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital and NYU Tisch Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating obesity and overweight conditions, with particular expertise in pediatric obesity and high cholesterol management in children and teens. He performs diagnostic procedures such as abdominal ultrasounds and complete blood count tests to help assess patient health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Saunders highly, with an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 25 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Nyu School Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Kenneth Saunders has 4 locations

Nyu Tisch Hospital

550 1st AveNew York, NY 10016

Nyu Langone Orthopedic Hospital

301 E 17th StNew York, NY 10003

Nyc Health And Hospitals Bellevue

462 1st AveNew York, NY 10016

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Accepts New Patients
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25 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks French, German, Italian
New York , NYFlushing , NYFlushing , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Basel University Med School: Shiga University Of Medical Science
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Kenneth Saunders

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Kenneth Saunders has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Kenneth Saunders has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
  • Heart Disease (Myocardial Ischemia)
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Nyu School Of Medicine

Medical School

Georgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2001

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. John Saunders accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Saunders has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. John Saunders's office located?
Dr. John Saunders's office is located at 423 E 23rd St, New York, NY, 10010.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Saunders affiliated with?
Dr. John Saunders is affiliated with Nyu Langone Orthopedic Hospital.
What languages does Dr. John Saunders speak?
Dr. John Saunders speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Saunders?
You can find contact information for Dr. John Saunders here on Vitals.

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