Summary

Dr. Charles Lapunzina is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in surgical treatments for chest and lung conditions. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Brooklyn Hospital Center. With 35 years of experience in surgery, Dr. Lapunzina brings extensive expertise to complex thoracic procedures. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Lapunzina is affiliated with Flushing Hospital Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout Brooklyn, New York. He treats patients with serious respiratory conditions including collapsed lung, breathing difficulties, and lung cancer. His surgical expertise includes performing chest imaging procedures and diagnostic blood work to evaluate patient health. Patients have given Dr. Lapunzina an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 35 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Brooklyn Hospital Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Charles Santo Lapunzina has 4 locations

Brookdale University Hospital And Medical Center

1 Brookdale PlzBrooklyn, NY 11212

The Brooklyn Hospital Center

121 Dekalb AveBrooklyn, NY 11201

Maimonides Medical Center

4802 10th AveBrooklyn, NY 11219

Nyu Langone Hospital Brooklyn

150 55th StBrooklyn, NY 11220

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Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.5 
35 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks Italian, English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi
Brooklyn , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: University of Padova School of Medicine Med School: Guntur Medical College India Med School: WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST LOUIS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Charles Santo Lapunzina

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - HMO
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Charles Santo Lapunzina has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Charles Santo Lapunzina has the following area of expertise

  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Brooklyn Hospital Center

Medical School

Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Charles Lapunzina accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Charles Lapunzina has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Charles Lapunzina affiliated with?
Dr. Charles Lapunzina is affiliated with Flushing Hospital Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Charles Lapunzina's office located?
Dr. Charles Lapunzina's office is located at 1 Brookdale Plz, Brooklyn, NY, 11212.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Lapunzina?
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Does Dr. Charles Lapunzina accept my insurance?
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