Dr. Karen S. Karsif, MD | Suffern, NY | General Surgeon

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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.

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accepting new patients
4.7

42 Ratings
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

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She's very good at what she does. She's patient , passionate, caring and overall a People Person. I am very happy to have met her . Keep on doing what you are doing Doc.

April 4th, 2023

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I am very grateful for the care that I have received from Dr. Karsif. The surgery went smoothly and there were zero complications. She is a caring and competent physician who knows her business. She is very nurturing and really listens to the patient, you do not feel rushed. I was able to call her any time. Her staff is also lovely and the ample paperwork required by my job was done correctly and on time. Dr. Karsif is a Blessing that came along at a very difficult time!

October 10th, 2019

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Very impress with the humankind of Dr. Karsif ,sweet and precise on her work this world is in much need of Doctors like her. Thank You ????

June 11th, 2019

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DR Karsif is such a awesome lady the most caring DR i have ever met

October 22nd, 2018

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Dr. Karsif is not only the finest clinical practitioner I have ever visited, but also the most caring and compassionate. She performed a surgical procedure on me and there was virtually no pain. She answered all my questions and never rushed me. She is an absolutely magnificent physician and a wonderful human being! Thank you Dr. Karsif!!!

May 31st, 2018

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She is the most caring doctor I ever met! She makes you feel so comfortable.

July 5th, 2016

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This woman is what every doctor should be - kind, caring, compassionate, understanding. She helps breast cancer patients survive one of the most frightening times in their lives. She goes above and beyond, time and time and time again. God bless her.

May 27th, 2016

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She is the best ! I ferl very grateful that she is is my doctor. . Compassionate, understanding, always being there for me, fighting for me, exceptional. Love her !

April 16th, 2016

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So happy I found her

November 19th, 2015

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I wish I had found her sooner

May 22nd, 2015

The Center For Breast Health

257 Lafayette Ave Ste 200Suffern, NY 10901

Tel: (845) 357-7462

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital

257 Lafayette Avenue Suite 200Suffern, NY 10901

Saint Anthony Community Hospital

15 Maple AveWarwick, NY 10990

Tel: (845) 986-2276

Good Samaritan Hospital

255 Lafayette AveSuffern, NY 10901

Tel: (845) 368-5000

Flushing Hospital Medical Center

4500 Parsons BlvdFlushing, NY 11355

Tel: (718) 670-5000


Dr. Karen Susan Karsif, MD	Dr. Naomi Berezin, MD	Dr. Roshni Rao	Kimberly Norton, NP
Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.7 (42 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.6 (11 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
38 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish
Suffern , NY	New York , NY	New York , NY	New York , NY
Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania	Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Breast Surgery (Mammaplasty)
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Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

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Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of PennsylvaniaGraduated in 1988

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Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Karsif affiliated with?: Dr. Karen Karsif is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital.
Is Dr. Karen Karsif accepting new patients?: Dr. Karen Karsif is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Karen Karsif's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Karen Karsif speak?: Dr. Karen Karsif speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Karen Karsif's office located?: Dr. Karen Karsif's office is located at 257 Lafayette Ave Ste 200, Suffern, NY, 10901.
Does Dr. Karen Karsif accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Karen Karsif has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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