4.6
15 Ratings with 5 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Joe Askar is a surgeon with 37 years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care. He earned his medical degree from Universite Saint-Joseph Faculte De Medecine and has built an extensive practice focused on general surgery and specialized procedures. Dr. Askar is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Askar practices at Brooks Memorial Hospital in Dunkirk, New York, where he specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps and diverticular disease. He performs colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures to diagnose and treat digestive system concerns. His surgical expertise also includes skin lesion treatment and removal for patients requiring these specialized services. Patients have given Dr. Askar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care.
Dr. Askar practices at Brooks Memorial Hospital in Dunkirk, New York, where he specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps and diverticular disease. He performs colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures to diagnose and treat digestive system concerns. His surgical expertise also includes skin lesion treatment and removal for patients requiring these specialized services. Patients have given Dr. Askar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care.
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Quick Facts
- 37 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- St Joseph University
- 5 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Dr. Joe I Askar, MD | Dr. H. Michael Choi, MD | Dr. Christopher Ronald Springer, MD | Dr. Steven Michael Barone, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Pediatrics | Colorectal Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 37 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Korean | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Dunkirk , NY | Pomona , NY | Silver Creek , NY | Buffalo , NY |
| Med School: St Joseph University | Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai | Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Joe I Askar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Joe I Askar has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
St Joseph University
Universite Saint-Joseph Faculte De MedecineGraduated in 1989
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- Where is Dr. Joe Askar's office located?
- Dr. Joe Askar's office is located at 529 Central Ave, Dunkirk, NY, 14048.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Joe Askar affiliated with?
- Dr. Joe Askar is affiliated with Brooks Memorial Hospital.
- Does Dr. Joe Askar accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joe Askar accepts on their Vitals profile.
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