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Dr. Rebecca Kowalski, MD

General Surgery* Age 42
Dr. Rebecca Kowalski, MD
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Dr. Rebecca Kowalski, MD is a General Surgeon in New York, NY.
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Dr. Rebecca Kowalski, MD

General Surgery* Age 42
New York, NY
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience
Dr. Rebecca Kowalski, MD is a General Surgeon in New York, NY.

About

Dr. Kowalski graduated from University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in 2008 and completed a residency at NSLIJ/Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital Program.Dr. Rebecca Kowalski, MD is a General Surgeon in New York, NY and has 16 years experience. Dr. Kowalski currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Kowalski has experience treating conditions like Umbilical Hernia, Gallstones and Inguinal Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kowalski received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Kowalski's office accepts new patients. Dr. Kowalski is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Umbilical Hernia
Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Appendicitis
Abdominal Pain
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Incisional Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Neuroendocrine Tumors
Ventral Hernia
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Abdominal Disorders
Abscess
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Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Biliary Atresia
Bone Cancer
Cancer
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Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Empyema
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Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Diseases
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominal Surgery
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Appendectomy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Biopsy of Breast
Breast Augmentation
Breast Reconstruction
Cancer Surgery
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colostomy
Debridement
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophageal Surgery
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Skin Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastroenterology Procedures
Gastrotomy
Hepatectomy
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Liposuction
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Muscle Biopsy
Nipple Reconstruction
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Splenectomy
Thoracentesis
Thyroid Surgery
Tracheal Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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    Choice Plus POS
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    Pro Plans EPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Bariatric Surgery at Lenox Hill
    186 E 76th St Fl 1, New York, NY 10021
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (212) 434-3285
  2. 2 Lenox Hill Hospital
    100 E 77th St, New York, NY 10075
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (212) 434-2150
  3. 3 Greenwich Village Ambulatory Surgery Center LLC
    200 W 13th St, New York, NY 10011
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (212) 434-3285

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4.5
Based on 8 Reviews
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Dec 14, 2018
I had surgery performed twice by Dr Kowalski for two different issues. Both went well. Excellent aftercare.
Scott Beatrice in NY, NY — Dec 14, 2018
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
    2008
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Lenox Hill Hospital
    2009
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • NSLIJ/Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital Program
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Baystate Medical Center
    2014
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Rebecca Kowalski, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kowalski's profile.

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

Dr. Rebecca Kowalski, MD is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Rebecca Kowalski, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Lenox Hill Hospital

    100 E 77th St, New York, NY