Summary

Dr. Charlene Chao is a surgeon with 28 years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care. She earned her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency training at Geisinger Health System. Her extensive experience spans nearly three decades of surgical practice, allowing her to develop expertise across multiple surgical specialties.

Dr. Chao practices at NewYork Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, NY. She specializes in treating complex conditions including ventral hernias, breast cancer, and inguinal hernias. Her surgical expertise includes performing laparoscopic procedures, skin lesion treatment and removal, and chronic wound care. Patients have given Dr. Chao an average rating of 3.1 based on their care experiences.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.1
  • 28 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • Geisinger Health System
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Dr. Charlene Zhiyi Chao

802 64TH ST STE 2FBROOKLYN, NY 11220

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28 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Greek Speaks English
BROOKLYN , NYFlushing , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Universidad C E T E C Escuela De Medicina Med School: New York University School of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Charlene Zhiyi Chao

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Affinity Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - IPA
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - EPO
  • EmblemHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Senior Whole Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • VillageCareMax
  • VillageCareMax - HMO
  • VillageCareMax - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Charlene Zhiyi Chao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Charlene Zhiyi Chao has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Geisinger Health System

Medical School

Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 2001
STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK DOWNSTATE MEDICAL CENTER COLLEGE OF MEDICINEGraduated in 1998

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Charlene Chao's office located?
Dr. Charlene Chao's office is located at 802 64TH ST STE 2F, BROOKLYN, NY, 11220.
Does Dr. Charlene Chao accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Charlene Chao accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Charlene Chao accepting new patients?
Dr. Charlene Chao has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charlene Chao?
You can find contact information for Dr. Charlene Chao here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Charlene Chao affiliated with?
Dr. Charlene Chao is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital.

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