Dr. Charles Lightdale, MD
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Age 78
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Dr. Charles Lightdale, MD is a gastroenterology specialist in New York, NY and has been practicing for 45 years. He graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons in 1966 and specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine.Read his story
Columbia University Medical Center Division of Digestive & Liver Diseases
180 Fort Washington Ave
New York, NY 10032
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- CareOregon
- CareSource
- Cigna
- Commercial Insurance Company
- Community Health Choice
- EmblemHealth
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Esophageal Cancer
very high
more than 99% of peers
Esophageal Diseases
very high
more than 99% of peers
Esophagitis
very high
more than 99% of peers
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Dr. Lightdale's bio
This content was provided by Dr. Lightdale "Current research is focussed on Barrett's esophagus. Targeted biopsies using confocal endomicroscopy for more accurate diagnosis. Radiofrequency ablation of Barrett's esophagus. Endoscopic mucosal resection of pre-cancerous lesions and early cancer. Blood tests and biopsy tests for early detection of esophageal cancer. Prevention of esophageal cancer in Barrett's esophagus"
Care Philosophy
This content was provided by Dr. Lightdale "We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person. "
2 Specialties
- Gastroenterology
- Internal Medicine
2 Board Certifications
- GastroenterologyAccredited by: American Board of Internal Medicine*
- Internal MedicineAccredited by: American Board of Internal Medicine*
43 Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Disorders
- Abdominal Pain
- Anemia
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
- Benign Tumor
- Blood Disorders
- Cancer
- Cholecystitis and Gallstones
- Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
- Diarrhea
- Diverticulosis, Intestinal
- Duodenal Ulcer
- Duodenitis
- Dysentery
- Dysphagia
- Enteritis
- Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophageal Diseases
- Esophageal Ulcer
- Esophageal Varices
- Esophagitis
- Gas-Bloat Syndrome
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Gastroparesis
- Heartburn
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Indigestion
- Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
- Stomach Diseases
- Ulcer
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Vomiting Disorders
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3 Procedures
- Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
- Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
- Gastroenterology Procedures
Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for New York.
0 Sanctions
No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
Education
- Columbia University College Of Physicians And SurgeonsMedical School | Graduated 1966
- Yale New Haven HospitalInternship Hospital | Completed 1967
- Yale New Haven HospitalResidency Hospital | Completed 1968
- New York Presbyterian Hosp Columbia Univ Medical CtrResidency Hospital | Completed 1969
- New York-Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical CenterFellowship Hospital | Completed 1973
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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Dr. Lightdale is a world renown Dr. and a pioneer in his field. He is kind, takes the time to explain everything and is the utmost professional. His staff is just terrific. He saved my Mothers Life. I strongly suggest Dr. Lightdale!
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Rich in Smithtown, NY – Sep 14, 2017
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Dr. Lightdale is a kind and caring professional. He is one of the most highly recommended in his field, yet, unlike some,still has time to help patients understand their procedures and results. The Best!!
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2Arnold L. Manheimer in New York, NY – Dec 29, 2016