Summary

Dr. Karen Kostroff is a surgeon with nearly five decades of experience helping patients navigate breast cancer treatment. She earned her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and has dedicated 47 years to providing specialized surgical care. Dr. Kostroff focuses primarily on breast surgery and cancer treatment. She speaks English with her patients.

Dr. Kostroff practices at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and Katz Women's Hospital at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park, New York. She specializes in treating breast cancer, including cases where cancer has returned or spread to other areas. Her surgical expertise includes breast cancer surgery, mastectomy procedures, and lymph node biopsies to help diagnose and treat cancer. Patients have given Dr. Kostroff an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 47 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Boston University School Of Medicine
  • 16 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
New Hyde Park , NYNew York , NYJackson Heights , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University School of Medicine Med School: Albany Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Karen Michele Kostroff

  • Accepts Medicare
  • 1199 SEIU
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Northwell Direct
  • Railroad Medicare
  • VillageCareMax
  • VNS Health

Medical Specialties

Karen Michele Kostroff has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Karen Michele Kostroff has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • General Surgeon
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Karen Michele Kostroff holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Karen Michele Kostroff's NPI number is 1083762751.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Karen Kostroff's office located?
Karen Kostroff's office is located at 2001 Marcus Ave Ste W270, New Hyde Park, NY, 11042.
Which hospitals is Karen Kostroff affiliated with?
Karen Kostroff is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center and Katz Womens Hospital At Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
Does Karen Kostroff accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Karen Kostroff accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Karen Kostroff speak?
Karen Kostroff speaks English.
Is Karen Kostroff accepting new patients?
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