Summary

Dr. David Ford is a surgeon with 36 years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care. He earned his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine and has dedicated over three decades to helping patients through surgical interventions. His extensive background in surgery allows him to address a wide range of conditions requiring operative treatment.

Dr. Ford practices at Ellis Hospital and maintains locations in Niskayuna and Schenectady, New York. He specializes in treating various types of hernias, including ventral, inguinal, and sports hernias. His surgical expertise includes laparoscopic procedures and hernia repair surgery, offering patients minimally invasive treatment options when appropriate. Patients have rated Dr. Ford 4.4 out of 5 stars on average, reflecting their confidence in his surgical care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 36 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • Howard University College Of Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. David Lee Ford has 2 locations

Albany Med Gastroenterology And Surgery Center

1769 Union St Ste 2Niskayuna, NY 12309
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ellis Medicine

2210 Troy Schenectady RdSchenectady, NY 12309

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SurgerySurgeryOtherSurgery
Accepts New Patients
4.3 
4.6 
36 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Korean
Niskayuna , NYPomona , NYTroy , NYAlbany , NY
Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Lee Ford

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • CDPHP - HMO
  • CDPHP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - HMO
  • MVP Health Care - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • Progressive
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Lee Ford has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Lee Ford has the following area of expertise

  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Dr. David Lee Ford holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Howard University College Of Medicine in 1993 and Howard University College Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Ford's NPI number is 1629021753.

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Where is Dr. David Ford's office located?
Dr. David Ford's office is located at 1769 Union St Ste 2, Niskayuna, NY, 12309.
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