Summary

Dr. Prakash Viswanathan is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Stony Brook University Medical Center. With 21 years of experience in gastroenterology, Dr. Viswanathan has developed expertise in complex digestive conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Viswanathan practices at NYU Langone Ambulatory Care in Patchogue, NY, and maintains hospital affiliations with North Memorial Health Robbinsdale Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating serious pancreatic conditions such as acute pancreatitis and autoimmune pancreatitis, as well as bile duct cancer. He performs advanced endoscopic procedures and cancer screening examinations. Patients have given Dr. Viswanathan an average rating of 4.5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 21 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Stony Brook University Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

NYU Langone Ambulatory Care Patchogue

196 E Main StPatchogue, NY 11772

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4.5 
21 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Patchogue , NYLittle Rock , ARTallahassee , FLNew York , NY
Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: Regis College Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Prakash Viswanathan

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna HMO
  • Aetna Indemnity
  • Aetna Medicare
  • Local 1199 - NYU Hospital Member Choice
  • Local 1199 PPO

Medical Specialties

Prakash Viswanathan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Prakash Viswanathan has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Prakash Viswanathan 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Stony Brook University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from St Georges University School Of Medicine in 2005.

NPI Number

Prakash Viswanathan's NPI number is 1649428574.

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