Summary

Dr. Dale Distant treats chronic kidney disease, including stage 5, and performs hemodialysis vascular access, fistulogram and angioplasty of AV fistula, and short-term hemodialysis access. They practice vascular surgery and surgery, with 40 years of experience, and are affiliated with University Hospital of Brooklyn. Dr. Distant earned their medical degree from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and sees patients in Brooklyn, New York. They speak English, Russian, and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Distant 4.25 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 40 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Russian, Spanish
  • State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Dale A Distant has 2 locations

University Physicians Of Brooklyn General Surgery

445 Lenox RdBrooklyn, NY 11203
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

Downstate Pediatric Associates

470 Clarkson AveBrooklyn, NY 11203

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Dr. Dale A Distant, MDDr. Justin Ha, DO, DABVLM, RPhSDr. Jeromy Patterson, MDDr. Chaim I. Fishfeld, DO, FACOS
Vascular SurgeryVascular SurgeryVascular SurgeryVascular Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
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40 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Russian, Spanish Speaks French, Spanish
Brooklyn , NYNew York , NYForest Hills , NYStaten Island , NY
Med School: State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University of Rochester School of Medicine Med School: New York College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dale A Distant

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Dale A Distant has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Dale A Distant has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Kidney Transplant (Renal Transplant)
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Distant's NPI number is 1285612077.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Dale Distant accepting new patients?
Dr. Dale Distant is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Dale Distant's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Dale Distant accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Dale Distant accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dale Distant affiliated with?
Dr. Dale Distant is affiliated with University Hospital Of Brooklyn.
Where is Dr. Dale Distant's office located?
Dr. Dale Distant's office is located at 445 Lenox Rd, Brooklyn, NY, 11203.
Does Dr. Dale Distant accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Dale Distant has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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