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Dr. Richard Rubenstein is a thoracic surgeon with 54 years of experience in the field. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Vincent Hospital. His extensive career has been dedicated to thoracic surgery, focusing on conditions affecting the chest, lungs, and related structures.
Dr. Rubenstein practices at Long Island Community Hospital and maintains hospital affiliations with Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital in Patchogue, New York. He treats patients with swallowing difficulties and diabetes, including both adult and pediatric cases of Type 2 diabetes. His clinical expertise includes performing bedside swallow evaluations and various diagnostic tests such as COVID-19 antibody testing and thyroid hormone assessments.
Dr. Rubenstein practices at Long Island Community Hospital and maintains hospital affiliations with Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital in Patchogue, New York. He treats patients with swallowing difficulties and diabetes, including both adult and pediatric cases of Type 2 diabetes. His clinical expertise includes performing bedside swallow evaluations and various diagnostic tests such as COVID-19 antibody testing and thyroid hormone assessments.
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Quick Facts
- 54 years of experience
- 6 insurance plans accepted
- St Vincent Hospital
- 1 specialty
- 4 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
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| Dr. Richard Barry Rubenstein, MD | Dr. Michael Banker, MD | James Huang, MD | Dr. Lyall A. Gorenstein |
| Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 54 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Patchogue , NY | Brooklyn , NY | Commack , NY | Pomona , NY |
| Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: Columbia University | Med School: University of Toronto Medical School | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Barry Rubenstein
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Barry Rubenstein has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Barry Rubenstein has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
54 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Barry Rubenstein 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 St Vincent Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1972.
NPI Number
Dr. Rubenstein's NPI number is 1215961792.
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- Where is Dr. Richard Rubenstein's office located?
- Dr. Richard Rubenstein's office is located at 101 Hospital Rd, Patchogue, NY, 11772.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Rubenstein affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Rubenstein is affiliated with Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital.
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