Summary

Dr. Henry Spotnitz is a thoracic surgeon with six decades of experience in cardiovascular and chest surgery. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed his residency at New York University. Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Spotnitz has developed expertise in complex thoracic procedures and heart surgery. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Spotnitz practices at multiple NewYork Presbyterian locations across New York, including Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Allen Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical Center, and Alexandra Cohen Hospital for Women and Newborns. His extensive hospital affiliations reflect his broad surgical expertise and commitment to comprehensive patient care. With his decades of experience in thoracic surgery, he brings deep knowledge to treating patients with chest and cardiovascular conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 60 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • New York University
  • 1 specialty
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 10 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Henry Michael Spotnitz has 10 locations

Newyork Presbyterian Hospital General Surgery

622 W 168th St Bsmt BNew York, NY 10032
Mon11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri11:00 am - 7:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Presbyterian Hospital And Vanderbilt Clinic

622 W 168th StNew York, NY 10032
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

CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital and Vanderbilt Clinic

622 W 168th St Ste VC10-10New York, NY 10032
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

CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital and Vanderbilt Clinic

622 W 168th St Ste VcNew York, NY 10032

Newyork Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen Hospital For Women And Newborns

1283 York Ave Fl 12New York, NY 10065

Columbia Heart Surgery

177 Fort Washington Ave Rm 7New York, NY 10032
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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Dr. Henry Michael Spotnitz, MDDr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas, MDDr. Nasser Khaled Altorki, MDDr. Roy Georgi Oommen, MD
Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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60 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
New York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYBronxville , NY
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cairo Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Henry Michael Spotnitz

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Henry Michael Spotnitz has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Henry Michael Spotnitz has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Cardiac Electrophysiology
  • Coronary Artery Bypass (Beating Heart)
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Defibrillators
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Emphysema
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Valve Diseases
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation
  • Mitral Valve Prolapse
  • Pacemaker Implantation
  • Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
  • Thoracic/Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

60 Years Experience

Dr. Henry Michael Spotnitz holds an inactive medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York University.

Medical School

Graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 1966.

NPI Number

Dr. Spotnitz's NPI number is 1619918091.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Henry Spotnitz accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Henry Spotnitz has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Henry Spotnitz affiliated with?
Dr. Henry Spotnitz is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Newyork Presbyterian Allen Hospital, Newyork Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center, Newyork Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen Hospital For Women And Newborns, and Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
Does Dr. Henry Spotnitz accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Henry Spotnitz speak?
Dr. Henry Spotnitz speaks English and Spanish.
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