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Summary
Dr. Richard Schechner is a surgeon with over four decades of medical experience, having practiced for 43 years since completing his medical degree at New York Medical College. He specializes in surgery and brings extensive knowledge to his surgical practice.
Dr. Schechner practices at Montefiore Wakefield Hospital in Bronx, NY. His extensive experience in the operating room allows him to provide comprehensive surgical care to his patients. With more than 40 years in medicine, he has developed expertise in various surgical techniques and procedures.
Dr. Schechner practices at Montefiore Wakefield Hospital in Bronx, NY. His extensive experience in the operating room allows him to provide comprehensive surgical care to his patients. With more than 40 years in medicine, he has developed expertise in various surgical techniques and procedures.
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Quick Facts
- 43 years of experience
- New York Medical College
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 43 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| Bronx , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: Jefferson Medical College | Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Medicine And Dentistry Of New Jersey Robert Wood Johnson Medical School |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Seth Schechner
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Seth Schechner has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Seth Schechner has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
43 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Seth Schechner 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
Medical School
Graduated from New York Medical College in 1983.
NPI Number
Dr. Schechner's NPI number is 1972685147.
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- Where is Dr. Richard Schechner's office located?
- Dr. Richard Schechner's office is located at 600 E 233rd St, Bronx, NY, 10466.
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