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Dr. Alexander Barkan, MD

General Surgery* Age 52
Dr. Alexander Barkan, MD
4.4 (18 Ratings)

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Dr. Alexander Barkan, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Mineola, NY.
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Dr. Alexander Barkan, MD

General Surgery* Age 52
Mineola, NY
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Alexander Barkan, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Mineola, NY.

About

Dr. Alexander Barkan, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Mineola, NY and has 27 years experience. They graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1997 and completed a residency at 2005.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, Stony Brook University Hospital and Richmond University Medical Center. Dr. Barkan has experience treating conditions like Obesity among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Barkan received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Barkan also speaks Russian. Dr. Barkan is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Explains Conditions Well

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Friendly Staff

Patients said the staff was friendly.

Easy Scheduling

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Obesity
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Obesity
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Obesity
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Sleeve Gastrectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Abdominal Pain
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Lipomas
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Umbilical Hernia
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Wound Repair
Abdominal Hernia
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Carcinoma in Situ
Colon Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Diseases
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Liver Abscess
Lung Cancer
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pediatric Obesity
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Surgery
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Adjustable Gastric Banding
Appendectomy
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Colectomy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Surgery
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Banding, Laparoscopic
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Tracheal Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Wedge Resection Stomach

Insurance Accepted

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  • Aetna HMO
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    AWH NJ Choice MultiTier POS II
    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
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    Savings Plus of Metro, NY
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  • Open Access Plus
  • Flex Connecticut EPO
    Passage HMO
  • GHI CBP
    Health Insurance Plan of Greater New York (HIP)
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    Choice Care PPO
    Choice POS
  • Keystone HMO-POS
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  • MVP Health Plan EPO
  • Oscar Circle EPO
  • Freedom
    Liberty
  • Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO
    Navigate POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Options PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Winthrop Surgery Associates
    120 Mineola Blvd Ste 320, Mineola, NY 11501
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (516) 663-3300
  2. 2 Richmond Health Network - Bariatric
    1161 VICTORY BLVD, Staten Island, NY 10301
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 818-4020
  3. 3 Office
    700 Stewart Ave Ste 200, Garden City, NY 11530
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (516) 663-1430
  4. 4 Sisters of Charity Medical Center
    355 Bard Ave, Staten Island, NY 10310
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 818-4020

Patient Satisfaction

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4.4
Based on 18 Reviews
5 Stars (14)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (2)

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Patient Reviews
Mar 10, 2022
I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Barkan. My surgery went better then I expected . I was ready to go the next day after surgery. The office staff is wonderful and caring . They answered all my concerns . Dr. Barkan was available any time I needed to speak to him. This is the best Bariatric practice in New York and I would recommend it to anyway who needs weight loss surgery
— Mar 10, 2022
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Russian
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
General Surgery
Bariatric Surgery
Gastroenterological Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgery
Robotic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • 2005
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • 2006
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Alexander Barkan, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Barkan's profile.

Dr. Alexander Barkan, MD is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, Stony Brook University Hospital and Richmond University Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Alexander Barkan, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island

    259 1st St, Mineola, NY

  • Stony Brook University Hospital

    101 Nicolls Rd, Stony Brook, NY

  • Richmond University Medical Center

    355 Bard Ave, Staten Island, NY