Summary

Dr. John Mecenas is a surgeon who specializes in general surgery with three decades of experience in the field. He completed his medical education at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and underwent residency training at both North Shore University Hospital and NYU Hospitals Center, finishing his general surgery residency at North Shore University Hospital in 1997. Dr. Mecenas holds board certification in surgery from the American Board of Surgery and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Mecenas practices at Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca and sees patients at two locations in Ithaca, New York. He focuses on treating patients with obesity and weight-related conditions, as well as various types of hernias including ventral hernias. His surgical expertise includes performing laparoscopic procedures and hernia repair surgeries. Patients rate Dr. Mecanas 4.3 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 30 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • NSLIJHS/Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at North Shore University Hospital Program
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Mecenas has 2 locations

Cayuga Surgical Specialists

310 Taughannock Blvd # 4Ithaca, NY 14850
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Mecenas

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MVP Health Care
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Mecenas has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Mecenas has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

NSLIJHS/Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at North Shore University Hospital Program
Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery; North Shore Univ Hosp, General Surgery
North Shore University Hospital1997

Medical School

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiGraduated in 1996
Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York NyGraduated in 1996

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. John Mecenas accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. John Mecenas's office located?
Dr. John Mecenas's office is located at 310 Taughannock Blvd # 4, Ithaca, NY, 14850.
Does Dr. John Mecenas accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Dr. John Mecenas accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. John Mecenas affiliated with?
Dr. John Mecenas is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center At Ithaca.

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