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Dr. Alexander Barkan, MD

General Surgery* Age 53
Dr. Alexander Barkan, MD
4.4 (18 Ratings)

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

General Surgery* Age 53
Mineola, NY
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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

About

Dr. Barkan graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1997 and completed a residency at 2005.Dr. Alexander Barkan, MD is a General Surgeon in Mineola, NY and has 27 years experience. Dr. Barkan currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with 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. Dr. Barkan's 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.

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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
Duodenal Polypectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wound Repair
Abdominal Hernia
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
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
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
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
Splenomegaly
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
Adjustable Gastric Banding
Appendectomy
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Colectomy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
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
Gastroenterostomy with Robotic Assist
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Non Invasive Mechanical Ventilatn Robotic Assist
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
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 Open
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Wedge Resection Stomach

Insurance Accepted

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    AWH NJ Choice MultiTier POS II
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    Choice Plus POS II
    Aetna HMO
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  • Oscar Circle EPO
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    Pro Plans EPO
    Pro Plus Plans EPO
  • Flex Connecticut EPO
    Passage HMO
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  • Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
    Blue Card PPO
    High Performance Network - Tiered HPN

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 Sisters of Charity Medical Center
    355 Bard Ave, Staten Island, NY 10310
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 818-4020

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Barkan
4.4
Based on 18 Reviews
5 Stars (14)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (1)
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1 Star (2)

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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
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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
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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 Richmond University Medical Center.

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

Hospital Affiliations

  • Richmond University Medical Center

    355 Bard Ave, Staten Island, NY