Summary

Dr. Lester Katz is a surgeon who specializes in general surgery with additional expertise in other surgical areas. He earned his medical degree from the University of The Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences and brings five decades of surgical experience to his practice. Dr. Katz communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Katz maintains affiliations with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, and Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital in New York, NY. His surgical expertise focuses on hernia conditions, including inguinal hernias, ventral hernias, and sports hernias. He performs minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures and specialized hernia repair surgeries for children. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 51 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Lester Brian Katz has 3 locations

Laparoscopic Surgical Center Of New York

1010 5th AveNew York, NY 10028
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

Lenox Hill Hospital

100 E 77th StNew York, NY 10075

The Mount Sinai Hospital

1 Gustave L Levy PlNew York, NY 10029

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3.3 
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51 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks French, Spanish Speaks English
New York , NYWhite Plains , NYNew York , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lester Brian Katz

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lester Brian Katz has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lester Brian Katz has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery (Cholecystectomy)
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Obesity
  • Other
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Dr. Lester Brian Katz 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 University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Katz's NPI number is 1356426720.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Lester Katz's office located?
Dr. Lester Katz's office is located at 1010 5th Ave, New York, NY, 10028.
What languages does Dr. Lester Katz speak?
Dr. Lester Katz speaks English.
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