Dr. David Zeltsman, MD | New Hyde Park, NY | Cardiothoracic Surgeon

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Dr. David Zeltsman is a thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon who brings four decades of surgical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Russian National Research Medical University Named After N I Pirogov and has dedicated his career to complex chest and heart procedures. Dr. Zeltsman is fluent in Russian, allowing him to serve patients who prefer care in their native language.

Dr. Zeltsman practices at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and sees patients in New Hyde Park, New York. His expertise includes treating lung cancer and pulmonary nodules, conditions that require specialized surgical knowledge. He performs chest imaging procedures and pathology evaluations to help diagnose and monitor patient conditions. Patients rate Dr. Zeltsman 4.2 out of 5 stars for his care.

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accepting new patients
4.2

26 Ratings
40 years of experience
30 insurance plans accepted
speaks Russian
Russian National Research Medical University Named After N I Pirogov
13 written reviews
2 specialties
8 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
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I could not have worse things to say about Dr. Zeltsman. I can't speak to his work because he just performed a biopsy but he has the worst bedside manner I've ever experienced and treats patients like garbage. We were in a very emotional phase of my mom's diagnosis and when simply asked when we could expect to hear back after surgery he replied, "I don't DEAL with time." He actually said those words. No care for urgency or responding to patients at all. Then he claimed our phone's weren't working when he "tried to call back." Called every day for a week after that, with still no call back. The only saving grace was his lovely assistant Oscar. Avoid at all costs if possible.

September 12th, 2023

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This surgeon damaged my dads nerve which left him with vocal cord paralysis. I cannot believe that such a simple procedure left him without his voice and is unable to eat regular food or drink regular water. If you love your loved ones please take a second opinion, because once these things happen then you cant really do much due to the so called complication in the surgery. Be aware of these surgeons and doctors that makes it sound like its a simple procedure and you will be home the same day. My dad since then has not recovered and its been 3 months already.

September 20th, 2022

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Dr. Zeltsman is a skilled surgeon. In addition he is knowledgeable, thorough, forthright, and empathetic. A rare combination.

October 3rd, 2020

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Dr Z saved my life. When I thought it was soon to be all over, lung cancer, he gave me hope and comfort. I'm still here - 5 years and counting! Cancer free! We are instructed that In everything we are to give thanks! He's on the top of my list!

March 24th, 2019

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Dr. Zeltsman performed a lobectomy on my right lung. It is now four days later and the pain is minimal. Having such a procedure is very frightening, but Dr. Zeltsman's reassurances and confidence helped mitigate much of the fear. He is truly a very gifted physician.

January 11th, 2019

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One of the best thoracic surgeons. Came highly recommended to me. Only one downfall he doesn't like to repeat anything. He says I told you already. Aside from this I would recommend him.

December 3rd, 2018

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Dr. Zeltsman is a wonderful doctor who saved my life and I will always be grateful. He spends time with his patients, cares and takes the time to listen you your concerns and is very thorough. I do and will continue to recommend Dr. Zeltsman...his staff is also awsome....

October 1st, 2018

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Dr Zeltsman operated on my lung and did a great job ...no pain after the proceedure and great results

August 20th, 2018

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Incredibly rude and arrogant. He may know what he's doing, but comes across extremely offensive and chauvinist.

July 26th, 2018

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Best Dr. Ever saved my life if I had not gone to him I don't think I would be typing this . 7 years and counting

December 28th, 2015

Northwell Health Physician Partners Thoracic Surgery at New Hyde Park

27005 76th Ave Bldg 3 Fl 3New Hyde Park, NY 11040

Tel: (718) 470-7499


Dr. David Zeltsman, MD	Dr. Valerie W. Rusch, MD	Dr. Alexis Chidi, MD, PhD	Dr. Roy Georgi Oommen, MD
Thoracic Surgery	Thoracic Surgery	Thoracic Surgery	Thoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.2 (26 Ratings)	4.2 (29 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.5 (4 Ratings)
40 Years of Experience	51 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience	22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Russian	Speaks French, English	Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, English
New Hyde Park , NY	New York , NY	New York , NY	Bronxville , NY
Med School: Russian National Research Medical University Named After N I Pirogov	Med School: Columbia University	Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine	Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Russian National Research Medical University Named After N I PirogovGraduated in 1986

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