Summary

Dr. Mark Urken treats head and neck cancer, oral cancer, and dysphagia, and performs bedside swallow exams, fiberoptic pharyngoscopy, and flexible laryngoscopy. He practices otolaryngology–head and neck surgery and has 45 years of experience in the field.

Dr. Urken completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in 1986 and earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Beth Israel Medical Center, Mount Sinai Morningside, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, Mount Sinai West, and Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital. He sees patients in New York and White Plains, New York. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Urken 4.31 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 45 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mount Sinai Hospital
  • 22 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 29 areas of expertise
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Mark L Urken has 2 locations

Mount Sinai Union Square

10 Union Sq E Frnt 5BNew York, NY 10003
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

Mark L Urken

244 Westchester Ave Ste 405White Plains, NY 10604

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45 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
New York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: University of Virginia School of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Mcgill University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Mark L Urken

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • 32BJ Health Fund
  • AETNA - Commercial
  • AETNA - Medicare
  • Anthem/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Commercial
  • Centivo
  • CIGNA Healthcare
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth - GHI-PPO
  • EmblemHealth - HIP
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicaid
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicare
  • Fidelis Health Care
  • HealthFirst Medicaid
  • HealthFirst Medicare
  • Horizon NJ
  • Magnacare-Health Care
  • Medicare - NJ
  • Medicare - NY
  • NY Medicaid
  • Oscar
  • Oxford - Freedom and Liberty
  • United Health Care - Commercial
  • United Health Care - Empire Plan
  • United Health Care - Oxford Care
  • United Health Care - UMR Top Tier
  • VillageCareMax

Medical Specialties

Mark L Urken has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Mark L Urken has the following 29 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Bone Transplantation
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Clinical Research
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hearing Loss
  • Hypopharyngeal Cancer
  • Laryngectomy (Larynx removal)
  • Lower Jaw Bone Cancer (Mandibular Neoplasm)
  • Mouth Cancer
  • Nose Cancer
  • Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery
  • Palate Cancer (Palatal Neoplasm)
  • Polyps
  • Salivary Gland Cancer (Parotid Neoplasm)
  • Salivary Gland Cancer (Salivary Gland Neoplasm)
  • Skin Cancer (Basal Cell Carcinoma)
  • Skin Transplantation (Dermatoplasty)
  • Smell Disorders
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Throat Cancer (Laryngeal Neoplasm)
  • Throat Cancer (Pharyngeal Neoplasm)
  • Thyroid Gland Removal (Thyroidectomy)
  • Tumors
  • Upper Jaw Bone Cancer (Maxillary Neoplasm)

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Mark L Urken 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 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in 1986.

Internship

Completed their internship at Boston Medical Center - Brighton in 1983.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Mark L Urken's NPI number is 1932188737.

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What languages does Mark Urken speak?
Mark Urken speaks English.
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