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Dr. Robert Hitscherich, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 62
Dr. Robert Hitscherich, MD
4.6 (241 Ratings)

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Dr. Robert Hitscherich, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Syosset, NY.
Dr. Robert Hitscherich, MD
4.6 (241 Ratings)
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Dr. Robert Hitscherich, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 62
Syosset, NY
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Robert Hitscherich, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Syosset, NY.
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Dr. Robert Hitscherich, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Syosset, NY and has 36 years experience. They graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1988 and completed a residency at Memorial Sloan Kettering Canc Center|New York Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center.They currently practice at Optum Gastroenterology and Endoscopy and are affiliated with Optum Medical Care, P.C.. Dr. Hitscherich has experience treating conditions like Intestinal Diverticulosis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis and Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Hitscherich received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 241 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Hitscherich is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Locations

  1. 1 Optum Gastroenterology and Endoscopy
    575 Underhill Blvd Ste 210, Syosset, NY 11791

Experience and Background Check

Intestinal Diverticulosis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Chronic Gastritis
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Diarrhea
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Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Esophagitis
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Ulcer
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acute Gastritis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Cirrhosis
Celiac Disease
Cirrhosis
Colitis
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Colon Cancer
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Cancer
Duodenal Ulcer
Dysentery
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Dilation
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Food Allergy
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Malnutrition
Mesenteric Panniculitis
Nausea
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Pernicious Anemia
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vomiting Disorders
Capsule Endoscopy
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy With Polypectomy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopic Polypectomy
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hitscherich
4.6
Based on 241 Reviews
5 Stars (187)
4 Stars (34)
3 Stars (8)
2 Stars (6)
1 Star (6)

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Feb 26, 2024
Dr. Hitscherich is a top of the field Gastrointestinologist . Ive been seeing him for over 35 years. Very dedicated to his profession ! There are Gastrointestinologist's and then there's Dr Hitscherich!! Different league...
James Roeder — Feb 26, 2024
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Robert Hitscherich, MD is a gastroenterology specialist in Syosset, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1988. He specializes in Gastroenterology.
Biography
Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Tufts University School of Medicine
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center|Ny Hospital
    1991
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Canc Center|New York Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center
    1991
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Hitscherich, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hitscherich's profile.

Dr. Hitscherich frequently treats the following conditions: Intestinal Diverticulosis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis and Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Robert Hitscherich, MD is affiliated with Optum Medical Care, P.C..

Yes, Dr. Robert Hitscherich, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Dr. Hitscherich has over 36 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Optum Medical Care, P.C.

    25461 Nassau Blvd, Little Neck, NY

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