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2 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Charles Lapunzina is a thoracic surgeon with expertise in both general surgery and specialized chest procedures. 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 the field, Dr. Lapunzina has developed extensive knowledge in treating complex thoracic conditions. 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 specializes in treating lung cancer, including both non-small cell and small cell lung cancer. His procedural expertise includes therapeutic hypothermia, a specialized treatment technique. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Lapunzina is affiliated with Flushing Hospital Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout Brooklyn, New York. He specializes in treating lung cancer, including both non-small cell and small cell lung cancer. His procedural expertise includes therapeutic hypothermia, a specialized treatment technique. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- 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 locationsBrookdale University Hospital And Medical Center
1 Brookdale PlzBrooklyn, NY 11212 Tel: (718) 240-5000
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| Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 35 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 49 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Mandarin, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Brooklyn , NY | Bronxville , NY | Flushing , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine | Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: Guntur Medical College India |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Charles Santo Lapunzina
Medical Specialties
Dr. Charles Santo Lapunzina has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Charles Santo Lapunzina has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
Dr. Charles Santo Lapunzina 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
Residency
Completed their residency at Brooklyn Hospital Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1991.
NPI Number
Dr. Lapunzina's NPI number is 1275579930.
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