3.3
4 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Lester Katz is a surgeon who brings over five decades of medical experience to his practice in New York. He earned his medical degree from the University of the Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences and has dedicated 51 years to surgical care. Dr. Katz communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Katz maintains hospital affiliations with The Mount Sinai Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout New York. He treats patients experiencing abdominal pain and ventral hernias, conditions that often require specialized surgical expertise. His practice includes performing surgical pathology procedures to help diagnose and treat various medical conditions. Patients have given Dr. Katz an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.
Dr. Katz maintains hospital affiliations with The Mount Sinai Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout New York. He treats patients experiencing abdominal pain and ventral hernias, conditions that often require specialized surgical expertise. His practice includes performing surgical pathology procedures to help diagnose and treat various medical conditions. Patients have given Dr. Katz an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 51 years of experience
- 16 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Lester Brian Katz has 3 locationsLaparoscopic Surgical Center Of New York
1010 5th AveNew York, NY 10028 Tel: (212) 879-6677
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
Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Lester Brian Katz, MD | Dr. Claude B Scott, MD | Dr. Steven D. Spandorfer, MD | Dr. Rohit Chandwani |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 51 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| New York , NY | Brooklyn , NY | Southampton , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences | Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine | Med School: YALE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lester Brian Katz
Medical Specialties
Dr. Lester Brian Katz has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Lester Brian Katz has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
51 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health SciencesGraduated in 1975
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- Does Dr. Lester Katz accept my insurance?
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- Is Dr. Lester Katz accepting new patients?
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- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lester Katz?
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- What languages does Dr. Lester Katz speak?
- Dr. Lester Katz speaks English.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Lester Katz affiliated with?
- Dr. Lester Katz is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital.
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