Summary

Dr. Nikhil Waingankar specializes in urology, bringing 18 years of expertise to the care of patients with urological conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and completed his internship at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 2009. Dr. Waingankar finished his residency training at North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System in 2014. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Waingankar practices at NewYork Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital and sees patients in Astoria, New York. His clinical focus includes treating enlarged prostate conditions and urinary blockages. He also provides care for patients with prostate cancer. Dr. Waingankar performs diagnostic procedures such as blood tests and specialized ultrasounds to help diagnose urological conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 18 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Nikhil Waingankar

2520 30th AveAstoria, NY 11102
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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UrologyUrologyUrologyUrology
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4.4 
18 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English
Astoria , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: University of Oklahoma College of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Columbia University Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nikhil Waingankar

  • 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 - NY
  • Metroplus
  • Multiplan PHCS
  • NY Medicaid
  • Oscar
  • Oxford - Freedom and Liberty
  • United Health Care - Commercial
  • United Health Care - Empire Plan
  • United Health Care - Oxford Care
  • United Health Care - Top Tier
  • VNSNY Choice Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nikhil Waingankar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nikhil Waingankar has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Bladder Issues
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Stones
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatitis
  • Urologic Emergencies
  • Urologist

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System2014

Internship

Johns Hopkins Hospital2009

Medical School

University of Oklahoma College of MedicineGraduated in 2008

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Nikhil Waingankar's office located?
Dr. Nikhil Waingankar's office is located at 2520 30th Ave, Astoria, NY, 11102.
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What languages does Dr. Nikhil Waingankar speak?
Dr. Nikhil Waingankar speaks English.
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