Summary

Dr. Dale Distant specializes in vascular surgery with a focus on surgical procedures involving blood vessels and circulation. They earned their medical degree from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and brings four decades of experience to patient care. Dr. Distant is fluent in Spanish, Russian, and English.

Dr. Distant practices at University Hospital of Brooklyn and serves patients in Brooklyn, New York. They focus on treating chronic kidney disease and advanced kidney conditions that require specialized vascular interventions. Dr. Distant performs hemodialysis access procedures and fistula treatments to help patients receive life-sustaining dialysis care. Patients have given them an average rating of 4.3 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 40 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Russian, English
  • State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 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. Alexander Gart, MDDr. Inam U. Haq, MDDr. Richard DiFiore, MD
Vascular SurgeryVascular SurgeryVascular SurgeryVascular Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
3.8 
3.7 
40 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Russian, English Speaks Spanish, Russian Speaks English, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi Speaks English
Brooklyn , NYBrooklyn , NYStaten Island , NYForest Hills , NY
Med School: State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: King Edward Medical University
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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

Which hospitals is Dr. Dale Distant affiliated with?
Dr. Dale Distant is affiliated with University Hospital Of Brooklyn.
Does Dr. Dale Distant accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Dale Distant accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Dale Distant speak?
Dr. Dale Distant speaks Spanish, Russian, and English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dale Distant?
You can find contact information for Dr. Dale Distant here on Vitals.
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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