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19 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Edmund Kessler is a pediatric surgeon with dual specialization in surgery and pediatrics. He earned his medical degree from the University of the Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital. With 58 years of experience in practice, Dr. Kessler brings extensive expertise to his surgical work with children. He speaks both Spanish and English.
Dr. Kessler maintains affiliations with multiple prestigious hospitals including NewYork Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and NewYork Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital in New York. His practice spans locations across New York, Fresh Meadows, Brooklyn, Forest Hills, New Hyde Park, and Great Neck. He specializes in treating conditions such as phimosis, paraphimosis, and ventral hernias. His surgical expertise includes performing circumcisions and interpreting pathology tests to guide treatment decisions. Patients …rate Dr. Kessler 4.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Read More Read less Dr. Kessler maintains affiliations with multiple prestigious hospitals including NewYork Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and NewYork Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital in New York. His practice spans locations across New York, Fresh Meadows, Brooklyn, Forest Hills, New Hyde Park, and Great Neck. He specializes in treating conditions such as phimosis, paraphimosis, and ventral hernias. His surgical expertise includes performing circumcisions and interpreting pathology tests to guide treatment decisions. Patients …rate Dr. Kessler 4.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 58 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 10 hospital affiliations
- 12 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Edmund Kessler has 12 locationsNew York Surgical Specialist
17660 UNION TPKE STE 100FRESH MEADOWS, NY 11366Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Brookdale University Hospital And Medical Center
1 Brookdale PlzBrooklyn, NY 11212 Tel: (718) 240-5000
Katz Womens Hospital At Long Island Jewish Medical Center
27005 76th AveNew Hyde Park, NY 11040 Tel: (855) 850-5494
Newyork Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Childrens Hospital
3959 BroadwayNew York, NY 10032 Tel: (212) 305-5437
Kessler Edmund Office
1000 NORTON BLVD STE 270GREAT NECK, NY 11021 Tel: (516) 498-9000
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
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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 58 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, French | Speaks Chinese |
| New York , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY | Fresh Meadows , NY |
| Med School: University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences | Med School: Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth | Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine | Med School: Beijing Medical University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edmund Kessler
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Edmund Kessler has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Edmund Kessler has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
58 Years Experience
Dr. Edmund Kessler holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences in 1968.
NPI Number
Dr. Kessler's NPI number is 1396713988.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Edmund Kessler affiliated with?
- Dr. Edmund Kessler is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Brookdale Hospital Medical Center, Long Island Jewish Forest Hills, Wyckoff Heights Medical Center, NORTHWELL HEALTH HOSPITAL, Newyork Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Childrens Hospital, Katz Womens Hospital At Long Island Jewish Medical Center, KATZ WOMENS HOSPITAL AT NORTH SHORE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, and Petrocelli Surgical Pavillion.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edmund Kessler?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Edmund Kessler here on Vitals.
- Where is Dr. Edmund Kessler's office located?
- Dr. Edmund Kessler's office is located at 520 E 70th St L 718, New York, NY, 10021.
- What languages does Dr. Edmund Kessler speak?
- Dr. Edmund Kessler speaks Spanish and English.
- Is Dr. Edmund Kessler accepting new patients?
- Dr. Edmund Kessler is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Edmund Kessler's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
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