Summary

Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea specializes in surgery with a focus on 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 training with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. With 21 years of surgical experience, Dr. Ricci-Gorbea brings extensive expertise to complex weight loss procedures. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Ricci-Gorbea practices at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens in Flushing, New York, and maintains affiliations with NewYork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center. His clinical expertise includes treating obesity and overweight conditions, as well as addressing ventral hernias. He performs sleeve gastrectomy procedures, which involve reducing stomach size to promote weight loss, and specializes in abdominal hernia repair surgery. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.6.

Overview based on verified provider data

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 English, Spanish
  • U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by 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

Joel A Ricci-Gorbea has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

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

  • Bariatric Surgeon
  • General Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Joel A Ricci-Gorbea holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at U S Department Of Veterans Affairs.

Medical School

Graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine in 2005.

NPI Number

Joel A Ricci-Gorbea's NPI number is 1669657284.

Other Providers at NewYork-Presbyterian

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Joel Ricci-Gorbea's office located?
Joel Ricci-Gorbea's office is located at 5645 Main St, Flushing, NY, 11355.
Which hospitals is Joel Ricci-Gorbea affiliated with?
Joel Ricci-Gorbea is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
Does Joel Ricci-Gorbea accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Joel Ricci-Gorbea accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Joel Ricci-Gorbea speak?
Joel Ricci-Gorbea speaks English and Spanish.
Does Joel Ricci-Gorbea accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Joel Ricci-Gorbea accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.

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