3.3
4 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
With 51 years in surgery, Dr. Lester Katz treats inguinal hernia, ventral hernia, and sports hernia, and performs laparoscopy, laparoscopic groin hernia repair, and hernia repair surgery in children. He practices surgery and is also listed under other specialties. Dr. Katz earned his medical degree from the University of the Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences and is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, and Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital in New York, NY.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 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
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Office Locations
Dr. Lester Brian Katz has 3 locationsLaparoscopic Surgical Center Of New York
1010 5th AveNew York, NY 10028 Tel: (212) 879-6677
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
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| Dr. Lester Brian Katz, MD | Jeffrey L. Zitsman, MD | Usama Ahmed Ali, MD, PhD | Alexander Chalphin, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 51 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks French, Spanish | ||
| New York , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences | Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine | Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lester Brian Katz
Medical Specialties
Dr. Lester Brian Katz has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Lester Brian Katz has the following 5 areas of expertise
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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