Summary

Dr. Karl Bednarek is a gastroenterologist with over four decades of medical experience serving patients in Brooklyn, New York. He earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his residency training at Beth Israel Medical Center. With 44 years in practice, Dr. Bednarek has developed extensive expertise in digestive health and gastrointestinal conditions. He is fluent in English, Polish, and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Bednarek practices at NYU Langone Brooklyn Medical Associates and maintains an affiliation with Hospital For Special Surgery. His clinical focus includes treating patients with abdominal pain, Barrett's esophagus, and celiac disease. He specializes in preventive care through cancer screening procedures and colon cancer screening. Dr. Bednarek also offers bloodless medicine approaches for patients who require alternative treatment methods. Patients rate his care at 4.0 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 44 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Polish, Spanish
  • Beth Israel Medical Center
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

NYU Langone Brooklyn Medical Associates — Kent Street

74 Kent St LowrBrooklyn, NY 11222

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Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine Med School: State University of New York Med School: University of Toledo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Karl Bednarek

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna HMO
  • Aetna Indemnity
  • Local 1199 - NYU Hospital Member Choice
  • Local 1199 PPO

Medical Specialties

Karl Bednarek has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Karl Bednarek has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Liver Diseases
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Karl Bednarek 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Beth Israel Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai in 1982.

NPI Number

Karl Bednarek's NPI number is 1417932278.

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Karl Bednarek is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery.
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