Summary

Dr. Marc Lessin is a surgeon who specializes in pediatric surgery, bringing nearly four decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Nevada School of Medicine in Reno and completed his general surgery residency at UCSF-Fresno Medical Education Program. Dr. Lessin furthered his training with a pediatric surgery fellowship at Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan, preparing him to care for young patients with complex surgical needs. He maintains board certification in surgery from the American Board of Surgery and communicates with patients and families in English.

Dr. Lessin practices at Valley Children's Healthcare and sees patients in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His expertise includes treating children with abdominal pain and managing closed head injuries in pediatric patients. He provides emergency care when urgent surgical intervention is needed and offers infusion therapy services for patients requiring specialized medication delivery. Patients have given Dr. Lessin an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 38 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, General Surgery
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates General Surgery - E. Erie Avenue

160 E Erie AvePhiladelphia, PA 19134

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3.3 
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38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Russian, Spanish
Philadelphia , PALanghorne , PALanghorne , PADarby , PA
Med School: University of Nv Sch of Med, Reno Nv Med School: Medical College of Pennsylvania Med School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Marc S Lessin

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - HMO
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - CHIP
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Marc S Lessin has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Marc S Lessin has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Critical Care Medicine (im)
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Surgical Critical Care (surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Marc S Lessin holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Pennsylvania and North Carolina. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, General Surgery.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Nv Sch of Med, Reno Nv in 1988.

NPI Number

Marc S Lessin's NPI number is 1184682213.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marc Lessin accepting new patients?
Marc Lessin is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Marc Lessin's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Marc Lessin accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Marc Lessin accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Marc Lessin affiliated with?
Marc Lessin is affiliated with Valley Childrens Healthcare.
What languages does Marc Lessin speak?
Marc Lessin speaks English.
Where is Marc Lessin's office located?
Marc Lessin's office is located at 160 E Erie Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19134.

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