Summary

Dr. Matthew Whitson is a gastroenterologist with 17 years of experience helping patients with digestive health concerns. He earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Whitson focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the digestive system. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Whitson practices at Northwell Health Hospital and sees patients in Great Neck, New York. He specializes in treating swallowing difficulties, GERD, and acid reflux. His expertise includes performing upper GI endoscopy to examine the digestive tract and esophagus tests to evaluate swallowing function. Dr. Whitson also performs laparoscopic procedures using minimally invasive techniques. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.3 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.3
  • 17 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mount Sinai Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis

Office Location

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Great Neck , NYNEW YORK , NYNEW YORK , NYBROOKLYN , NY
Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: State University of New York Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Matthew James Whitson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • AmidaCare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Empire BCBS)
  • Anthem HealthPlus
  • CenterLight
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth (GHI)
  • EmblemHealth (HIP)
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company (fka HIP Insurance Company of New York) HIPIC
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield (32BJ)
  • Hamaspik
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • Humana Military (Tricare)
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Northwell Direct
  • NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP)
  • Oxford
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Healthcare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • VillageCareMax
  • VNS Health

Medical Specialties

Matthew James Whitson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Matthew James Whitson has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

Matthew James Whitson 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 Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai in 2010 and MOUNT SINAI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE OF NEW YORK UNIVERSITY in 2009.

NPI Number

Matthew James Whitson's NPI number is 1457675423.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Matthew James Whitson speak?
Matthew James Whitson speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Matthew James Whitson affiliated with?
Matthew James Whitson is affiliated with Northwell Health Hospital.
Where is Matthew James Whitson's office located?
Matthew James Whitson's office is located at 600 Northern Blvd Ste 111, Great Neck, NY, 11021.
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