Summary

Dr. Karen Karsif is a surgeon who specializes in comprehensive breast care and other surgical procedures. She earned her medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and has been practicing medicine for 38 years. Dr. Karsif is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Karsif maintains hospital affiliations with Good Samaritan Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout New York, including Suffern, Warwick, and Flushing. She focuses on treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent disease, as well as Paget disease of the breast. Her surgical expertise includes performing specialized diagnostic procedures such as scintimammography and comprehensive pathology evaluations. Patients consistently rate her highly, giving her an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 38 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
  • 15 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Karen Susan Karsif has 5 locations

The Center For Breast Health

257 Lafayette Ave Ste 200Suffern, NY 10901
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

Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital

257 Lafayette Avenue Suite 200Suffern, NY 10901

Good Samaritan Hospital

255 Lafayette AveSuffern, NY 10901

Flushing Hospital Medical Center

4500 Parsons BlvdFlushing, NY 11355

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Susan Karsif

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CDPHP
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • Hamaspik Choice - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - HMO
  • MVP Health Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Susan Karsif has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Susan Karsif has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Breast Surgery (Mammaplasty)
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. Karen Susan Karsif 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

Medical School

Graduated from Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Karsif's NPI number is 1760433957.

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Where is Dr. Karen Susan Karsif's office located?
Dr. Karen Susan Karsif's office is located at 257 Lafayette Ave Ste 200, Suffern, NY, 10901.
Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Susan Karsif affiliated with?
Dr. Karen Susan Karsif is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital.
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