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Dr. Fred Kimmelstiel, MD

General Surgery* Age 71
Dr. Fred Kimmelstiel, MD
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Dr. Fred Kimmelstiel, MD is a General Surgeon in New York, NY.
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Dr. Fred Kimmelstiel, MD

General Surgery* Age 71
New York, NY
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience
Dr. Fred Kimmelstiel, MD is a General Surgeon in New York, NY.

About

Dr. Kimmelstiel graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1980 and completed a residency at St Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital Center.Dr. Fred Kimmelstiel, MD is a General Surgeon in New York, NY and has 44 years experience. Dr. Kimmelstiel currently practices at Ascension Medical Group Via Christi on Founders' Circle and are affiliated with Mount Sinai West and Mount Sinai Morningside. Dr. Kimmelstiel has experience treating conditions like Inguinal Hernia and Umbilical Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kimmelstiel received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 14 times. Dr. Kimmelstiel's office accepts new patients. Dr. Kimmelstiel also speaks Spanish. Dr. Kimmelstiel is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Saint Lukes Roosevelt Hospital
    1111 Amsterdam Ave Apt 2, New York, NY 10025
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (845) 280-6576
  2. 2 Kimmelstiel Fred M MD Office
    225 W 71st St Apt 2, New York, NY 10023
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Experience and Background Check

Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Lipomas
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Ventral Hernia
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Hidradenitis
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Obstruction
Lobular Carcinoma
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Ulcerative Colitis
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Biopsy of Breast
Bladder Surgery
Breast Augmentation
Breast Reconstruction
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Excision
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Excision of Breast Tumor
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Mastectomy
Open Appendectomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Resection of Bladder Neck
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Ventral Hernia Repair Open

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Nov 14, 2021
Dr K performed an open hernia surgery in November 2021. Very happy with the process snd result. Highly recommended surgeon.
Dan — Nov 14, 2021
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Fred Kimmelstiel, MD is a general surgeon in New York, NY and has over 43 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1980. He specializes in General Surgery.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • NEW YORK Medical College
    1980
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • St Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital Center
    1985
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Stony Brook University Hospital SUNY Health Sciences Center
    1986
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Fred Kimmelstiel, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kimmelstiel's profile.

Dr. Kimmelstiel frequently treats the following conditions: Inguinal Hernia and Umbilical Hernia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Fred Kimmelstiel, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai West and Mount Sinai Morningside.

Yes, Dr. Fred Kimmelstiel, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Dr. Kimmelstiel has over 44 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mount Sinai West

    1000 10th Ave, New York, NY

  • Mount Sinai Morningside

    1111 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY

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