Summary

Dr. Brian Valerian is a surgeon who specializes in colorectal surgery, focusing on conditions affecting the colon and rectum. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Health System. With 29 years of experience in surgical practice, Dr. Valerian brings extensive expertise to his patients. He speaks English.

Dr. Valerian practices at Albany Medical Center South Clinical Campus and sees patients at multiple locations throughout Albany and Delmar, New York. His clinical focus includes treating colon polyps, colorectal cancer, and diverticular disease. He performs procedures such as sigmoidoscopy and pathology tests to help diagnose and treat digestive conditions. Patients have given Dr. Valerian an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 29 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Cleveland Clinic Health System
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Brian Thomas Valerian has 4 locations

Albany Medical Center General Surgery

50 New Scotland Ave Fl 5Albany, NY 12208
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Albany Medical Center South Clinical Campus

25 Hackett BlvdAlbany, NY 12208

Albany Medical Center

43 New Scotland AveAlbany, NY 12208

Albany Medical Delmar

250 Delaware Ave Ste 202Delmar, NY 12054
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine Med School: Seth G S Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brian Thomas Valerian

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • CDPHP - EPO
  • CDPHP - HMO
  • CDPHP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • Dean Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • Health New England
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - EPO
  • MVP Health Care - HMO
  • MVP Health Care - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Simply Healthcare
  • Tricare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Brian Thomas Valerian has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Brian Thomas Valerian has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Banding
  • Bowel Resection
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonic Diseases
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Digestive System Abnormalities
  • Diverticulitis
  • Hemorrhoidectomy
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)
  • Laproscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Rectal Bleeding
  • Rectal Pain

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dr. Brian Thomas Valerian holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Cleveland Clinic Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Valerian's NPI number is 1891781688.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Brian Valerian accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Brian Valerian accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Brian Valerian accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Brian Valerian has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Brian Valerian speak?
Dr. Brian Valerian speaks English.
Where is Dr. Brian Valerian's office located?
Dr. Brian Valerian's office is located at 50 New Scotland Ave Fl 5, Albany, NY, 12208.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brian Valerian affiliated with?
Dr. Brian Valerian is affiliated with Albany Medical Center South Clinical Campus.

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