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 at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, gaining 21 years of experience in surgical practice. Dr. Ricci-Gorbea is fluent in both Spanish and English, enabling 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. He treats patients dealing with obesity and overweight conditions, as well as acid reflux disease. His surgical expertise includes performing pathology tests and providing sedation services for various procedures. Patients have given Dr. Ricci-Gorbea an average rating of 2.6 out of 5 on Vitals.

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 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

Which hospitals is Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea affiliated with?
Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea speak?
Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea's office located?
Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea's office is located at 5645 Main St, Flushing, NY, 11355.
Is Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea accepting new patients?
Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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