Carl F. Calica, MD | Carmel, NY | General Surgeon

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Dr. Carl Calica treats ventral hernia, inguinal hernia, and sports hernia, and performs hernia repair surgery, laparoscopy, and hernia repair surgery in children. He has practiced surgery for 38 years and is affiliated with Putnam Hospital Center.

He completed his residency at Strong Memorial Hospital and sees patients in Carmel and Yorktown Heights, New York. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Calica 3.77 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

3.8

35 Ratings
38 years of experience
30 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Strong Memorial Hospital
8 written reviews
2 specialties
4 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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

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Carl F Calica's Ratings and Reviews

3.8

35 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 10 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Spent time with me: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Flexible scheduling: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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I was blessed to have Dr Calica referred to me by my surgeon in Mt Kisco. After a previous surgery I began to have a hernia tear that was "involved" and went to meet with Dr Calica. He was spot on in what would be involved, the time period I would be out of service and when I could return to Work and more importantly, golf. I recommend ANYONE in need of a hernia repair to meet with Dr Calica before making their surgical decision

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Provided follow-up after the visit
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Needs Improvement

March 14th, 2019

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3 years and all cured. Excellent. No problems since

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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April 6th, 2018

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Awesome Dr and great personality

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Provided follow-up after the visit
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Needs Improvement

October 21st, 2015

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Dr Calica's arrogance and lack of humility supercedes any of his clinical skills. He doesn't refer for 2nd opinions even when his surgical choices could effect the quality of life for the patient for the rest of their life. He discharges on a weekend without ANY patient centered discharge plans.

June 5th, 2013

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Great Doctor, very friendly and answers any questions you have. Informs one of the steps that will be taken beforehand, explains eveything. The outcome of the surgeries are very good; ensures all to the best interest of the patient. Highly recommend him.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 6th, 2013

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I had a major hernia that didn't rise to the level of an emergency, but I couldn't leave the house. Dr. Calica saw me right away, and I got operated on within days. I was in and out of the hospital in a few hours, and was walking the same day. One month later I'm doing very well. I think he's very professional, an excellent surgeon, and made me feel at ease. I highly recommend him.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 16th, 2012

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Found Dr. Calica to be a professional at what he does. Answered all my questions, did not rush me out of his office when I went to see him and explained the entire operation to me before surgery was done.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 5th, 2012

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Dr. Calica was highly recommended. However he damaged a facial berve and botched the procedure so that it had to be repeated by someone else. He delivered his diagnosis (you have cancer) in a hurried, disinteredted manner and did not have time to ask his office staff to help me contact an oncologist. The other surgeon (Kassel) who repeated the procedure successfully was far better.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

April 16th, 2010

Carl F Calica

672 Stoneleigh AveCarmel, NY 10512

Tel: (845) 279-2000

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Carl F Calica

355 Kear StYorktown Heights, NY 10598

Tel: (914) 962-5060

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Carl F Calica, MD	Jillian A. Cohen, NP	Beth A. Schrope, MD, PhD	Dr. Shunpei Okochi, MD
Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Surgery
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.8 (35 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.6 (57 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
38 Years of Experience		30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English		Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Japanese
Carmel , NY	Cortlandt , NY	New York , NY	New York , NY
Med School: Far Eastern University Inst Of Med Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation		Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Carl F Calica holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Strong Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Far Eastern University Inst Of Med Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation in 1988.

NPI Number

Carl F Calica's NPI number is 1629059670.

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