Summary

Dr. Eric Edwards is a surgeon who specializes in general surgery and bariatric surgery. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and completed his residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell in 2005. With 26 years of experience in surgical practice, Dr. Edwards brings extensive expertise to complex surgical procedures. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Edwards practices at NewYork Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital and sees patients in New York, Astoria, and Rego Park, New York. His surgical expertise includes treating abdominal hernias and performing abdominal surgeries. He also has experience managing achalasia, a condition affecting the esophagus. Patients consistently rate Dr. Edwards highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 26 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Eric D Edwards has 3 locations

Eric D Edwards

5 E 98th StNew York, NY 10029

Eric D Edwards

2520 30th AveAstoria, NY 11102
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

Eric D Edwards

9901 Queens BlvdRego Park, NY 11374

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
New York , NYFlushing , NYUniondale , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: Universidad C E T E C Escuela De Medicina Med School: Stony Brook University School of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Eric D Edwards

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • 32BJ Health Fund
  • AETNA - Commercial
  • AETNA - Medicare
  • Amidacare Medicaid
  • Anthem/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Commercial
  • Anthem/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - HealthPlus Medicaid
  • Centivo
  • CIGNA Healthcare
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth - GHI-PPO
  • EmblemHealth - HIP
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicaid
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicare
  • Fidelis Health Care
  • HealthFirst Medicaid
  • HealthFirst Medicare
  • Horizon NJ
  • Magnacare-Health Care
  • Medicare - NJ
  • Medicare - NY
  • Metroplus
  • Multiplan PHCS
  • NJ Medicaid
  • NY Medicaid
  • Oscar
  • Oxford - Freedom and Liberty
  • United Health Care - Commercial
  • United Health Care - Empire Plan
  • United Health Care - Oxford Care

Medical Specialties

Eric D Edwards has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Eric D Edwards has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • General Surgery
  • Obesity Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Eric D Edwards 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 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell in 2005.

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 2000.

NPI Number

Eric D Edwards' NPI number is 1043268428.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Eric Edwards's office located?
Eric Edwards's office is located at 5 E 98th St, New York, NY, 10029.
Does Eric Edwards accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Eric Edwards accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Edwards?
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Is Eric Edwards accepting new patients?
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Does Eric Edwards accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Eric Edwards has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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