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3,050 General Surgeons Found in Howard Beach, NY

We found 3,050 General Surgeons available in Howard Beach, NY with an average 4 stars across 25,773 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 1,012 General Surgeons listed are accepting new patients and 952 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Peter Bertin, DO, FACOS

Vascular Surgery
3.7
6 ratings
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Forest Hills, NY3.9 mi
"I developed a volvulus in 2011 and had it not for Dr. Bertin being on call that early morning, I would not be alive today. He saved my life." View Profile
(917) 920-2082Book Online

Dr. Inam U. Haq, MD

Vascular Surgery
3.8
12 ratings
Provided follow-up after the visit
56 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Brooklyn, NY8.3 mi
"I first saw Dr. Haq in 2010 for laser vein ablation and sclerotherapy. The results were so good that I didn’t need any additional treatment for many years." View Profile
(718) 619-8712Request Now

Alexa Lessow, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
4.6
20 ratings
Provided follow-up after the visit
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New York, NY9.9 mi
"Always very professional and efficient." View Profile
(212) 256-9862

Dr. Chaim I. Fishfeld, DO, FACOS

Vascular Surgery
3.5
4 ratings
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Brooklyn, NY6.0 mi
Chaim I. Fishfeld, DO, FACOS, is a surgeon with over 14 years of experience. View Profile
(917) 454-2307Book Online

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Dr. Steven Craig Alexander, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
4.8
152 ratings
24 years exp
Howard Beach, NY0.0 mi
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Dr. Marc Evan Sher, MD

Colorectal Surgery
4.5
53 ratings
36 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Howard Beach, NY0.3 mi
Dr. Dr. Marc Evan Sher, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Howard Beach, NY, with other offices in New Hyde Park, NY and New Hyde Park, NY(and 4 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Michael L. Schwartz, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
4.5
55 ratings
Spent time with me
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Pomona, NY
"Dr. Schwartz is the most sincere doctor I have ever met." View Profile
(845) 581-0276Request Now

Dr. Lyall A. Gorenstein

Thoracic Surgery
3.4
28 ratings
Flexible scheduling
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
New York, NY
Meet Dr. Lyall GorensteinDr. Lyall Gorenstein, MD, FRCS, is a distinguished thoracic and cardiac surgeon with nearly four decades of unparalleled experience in the field. View Profile
(212) 305-3408Request Now

Dr. H. Michael Choi, MD

Surgery
4.6
7 ratings
Spent time with me
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Pomona, NY
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(845) 617-4034Request Now

Dr. Tereza Cristina Sardinha, MD

Colorectal Surgery
4.1
22 ratings
35 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Howard Beach, NY0.3 mi
"Dr. Sardinha is very professional and patient." View Profile
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Dr. Raffi Barsoumian, MD

Surgery
4.3
19 ratings
21 years exp
Howard Beach, NY0.4 mi
"Excellent surgeon!" View Profile
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Dr. Faruque Ahmed, DO

Surgery
5
7 ratings
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Howard Beach, NY0.2 mi
"He is the best and cares about his patients" View Profile
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Dr. Erica Beth Sneider, MD

Colorectal Surgery
4.5
11 ratings
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Howard Beach, NY0.8 mi
"Dr. Sneider is a GREAT doctor. She is so caring and thorough and you can tell that she knows what she's talking about. I was very nervous but she put me at ease right away." View Profile
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Dr. Matthew A. Spiegel, MD

Pain Medicine
0 ratings
10 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
New York, NY
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FOR IN-PERSON in NYMeet Dr. Matthew A. Spiegel, MD: Founder and Medical Director at UES Interventional PainDr. Matthew A. View Profile
(917) 920-3849Book Online

Dr. Matthew Carpiniello, MD

Vascular Surgery
0 ratings
11 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Pomona, NY
Dr. Matthew Carpiniello, MD, RPVI, FACSDr. Matthew Carpiniello is a distinguished board-certified vascular surgeon at Rockland Thoracic & Vascular Associates, serving patients across Pomona, Goshen, and Fishkill, New York. View Profile
(845) 580-2156Request Now

Dr. Richard Yaldizian, MD

Internal Medicine
5
1 rating
46 years exp
Howard Beach, NY0.6 mi
Dr. Dr. Richard Yaldizian, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Howard Beach, NY. He has 46 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery, Internal Medicine. View Profile
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Dr. Albert Seymour Heyman, DO

Surgery
0 ratings
81 years exp
Howard Beach, NY0.5 mi
Dr. Dr. Albert Seymour Heyman, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Howard Beach, NY. They have 81 years of experience. Their specialties include Surgery. View Profile
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Dr. Tamekia Lavern Wakefield, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
4.8
115 ratings
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Flushing, NY6.1 mi
"My daughter needed to get a frenotomy procedure done and Dr.Wakefield did a great job in doing so. She was pacifying and did a great job making us and my baby girl feel safe." View Profile
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Dr. David Shusterman, MD

Urology
4.3
113 ratings
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Forest Hills, NY4.3 mi
"Great Office! I saw Dr. Shusterman's PA Marina. She was great, very informative, patient. Consulted with her twice." View Profile
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Dr. Albert Shalomov, MD

Surgery
4.7
65 ratings
23 years exp
Forest Hills, NY4.3 mi
"The office staff is nice and the doctor is helpful. They all want to help you. Easy to get an appointment and almost never waiting long." View Profile
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Dr. Shawn Marc Garber, MD

Surgery
4.6
190 ratings
34 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Hewlett, NY7.5 mi
Dr. Dr. Shawn Marc Garber, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Hewlett, NY, with other offices in Cortlandt Manor, NY and New York, NY(and 23 other locations). View Profile
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What is a General Surgeon and How Can They Help You?

A surgeon performs operative interventions to treat pathology, trauma, and structural abnormalities through invasive techniques. Surgeons diagnose surgical conditions and provide perioperative patient management.

Surgeons complete medical school and surgical residency lasting five to seven years depending on specialty (general surgery, cardiothoracic, etc.). Many pursue subspecialty fellowship for specialized surgical expertise.

A Surgeon's clinical work involves:

  • Concentrates on operative management of disease and injury across body systems
  • Assesses patients, orders investigations, determines surgical indications, performs operations, oversees postoperative care
  • Treats traumatic injuries, neoplasms, hernias, appendiceal inflammation, biliary disease, and vascular pathology
  • Uses conventional open techniques, laparoscopic methods, robotic-assisted procedures, and minimally invasive approaches
  • Known as: general surgeon, operative specialist, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for a General Surgeon in Howard Beach who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only General Surgeons in Howard Beach who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find General Surgeons in Howard Beach who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see General Surgeons providing telehealth services in Howard Beach. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated General Surgeons in Howard Beach?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing General Surgeons, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a General Surgeon in Howard Beach?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Howard Beach. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which General Surgeons in Howard Beach have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Howard Beach. This helps you find a General Surgeon that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with General Surgeons in Howard Beach without calling?
Search for General Surgeons who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate a General Surgeon in Howard Beach with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for General Surgeons in Howard Beach. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with a General Surgeon in Howard Beach?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right General Surgeon.
How can I locate a General Surgeon in Howard Beach who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for General Surgeons. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for a General Surgeon in Howard Beach who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where General Surgeons practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find General Surgeons who work there.

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