Summary

Dr. Walter Besser is an orthopedic surgeon who earned his medical degree from Universidad Complutense De Madrid Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at the prestigious Hospital For Special Surgery. With 58 years of experience in orthopedic surgery, he has built extensive expertise in treating musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. Dr. Besser is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations in their preferred language.

Dr. Besser practices at multiple locations including Newyork Presbyterian Queens in Flushing, The New York and Presbyterian Hospital in Long Island City, and The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. He specializes in treating various forms of back pain, including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens. His treatment approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy to help patients regain mobility and reduce discomfort.

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Quick Facts

  • 58 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Hospital For Special Surgery
  • 1 specialty
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

SR Walter Besser has 3 locations

Newyork Presbyterian Queens

5645 Main StFlushing, NY 11355
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The New York and Presbyterian Hospital

3071 29th StLong Island City, NY 11102

The Mount Sinai Hospital

1468 Madison AveNew York, NY 10029

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58 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English, Yoruba Speaks English, Spanish
Flushing , NYEnglewood Cliffs , NJJamaica , NYParamus , NJ
Med School: Universidad Complutense De Madrid Facultad De Medicina Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by SR Walter Besser

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - PPO
  • MagnaCare - HMO
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

SR Walter Besser has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

SR Walter Besser has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Joint Surgery (Joint Prosthesis Implantation Arthroplasty)
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

58 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Hospital For Special Surgery

Medical School

Universidad Complutense De Madrid Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1968

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is SR Walter Besser's office located?
SR Walter Besser's office is located at 5645 Main St, Flushing, NY, 11355.
Does SR Walter Besser accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that SR Walter Besser accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does SR Walter Besser speak?
SR Walter Besser speaks Spanish and Chinese.
Is SR Walter Besser accepting new patients?
SR Walter Besser has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does SR Walter Besser accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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