Summary

Dr. Bruce Sands is a gastroenterologist with 39 years of experience treating digestive system disorders. He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in 1990. Dr. Sands provides care in English for patients facing complex gastrointestinal conditions.

Dr. Sands practices at The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, NY, where he focuses on treating inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. He also provides care for patients with hemorrhoids and other digestive concerns. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopies to diagnose and monitor gastrointestinal conditions, as well as providing infusion therapy for patients who need specialized treatment delivery. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 39 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Bruce E Sands

17 E 102nd StNew York, NY 10029
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Bruce E Sands, MDDr. Dominique Drummond Bailey, MDDr. Srihari Mahadev, MBBS, MDAndrea Marie Herr, NP
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
39 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
New York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Boston University School of Medicine Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Sydney Sydney Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bruce E Sands

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • 32BJ Health Fund
  • AETNA - Commercial
  • AETNA - Medicare
  • 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-Medicare
  • Horizon NJ
  • Magnacare-Health Care
  • Medicare - NJ
  • Medicare - NY
  • Multiplan PHCS
  • Oscar
  • Oxford - Freedom and Liberty
  • United Health Care - Commercial
  • United Health Care - Empire Plan
  • United Health Care - Oxford Care
  • United Health Care - Top Tier
  • VillageCareMax
  • VNSNY Choice Medicare
  • WellCare Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bruce E Sands has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bruce E Sands has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania1990

Medical School

Boston University School of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Bruce Sands speak?
Dr. Bruce Sands speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Bruce Sands?
You can find contact information for Dr. Bruce Sands here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Bruce Sands accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Bruce Sands has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Bruce Sands's office located?
Dr. Bruce Sands's office is located at 17 E 102nd St, New York, NY, 10029.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bruce Sands affiliated with?
Dr. Bruce Sands is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital.

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