Summary

Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea is a surgeon who specializes in bariatric surgery, helping patients achieve significant weight loss through surgical interventions. He earned his medical degree from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. With 21 years of experience in surgical practice, Dr. Ricci-Gorbea brings extensive expertise to complex weight loss procedures. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Ricci-Gorbea practices at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens in Flushing, NY, and maintains affiliations with NewYork-Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center. His clinical focus centers on treating obesity and overweight conditions, including pediatric obesity cases. He also addresses GERD, a condition often improved through bariatric surgery. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.6 on Vitals.

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Office Location

Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens

5645 Main StFlushing, NY 11355
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

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.6
  • 21 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel A Ricci-Gorbea

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joel A Ricci-Gorbea has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joel A Ricci-Gorbea has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Bariatric Surgeon
  • General Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

U S Department Of Veterans Affairs

Medical School

Ponce Health Sciences University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2005

Other Providers at NewYork-Presbyterian

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea?
You can find contact information for Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea affiliated with?
Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.

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