- General Surgeons
- NY
- Brooklyn, NY
- Dr. Gary Gwertzman, MD
Dr. Gary Gwertzman, MD
General Surgery•Male•Age 56
General Surgery
Dr. Gary Gwertzman, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Brooklyn, NY and has over 31 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gwertzman has extensive experience in Peripheral Vascular Disease. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University medical school in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mount Sinai Hospital and Mount Sinai Hospital, winners of the Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.
Dr. Gary Gwertzman, MD
General Surgery
Locations
Mount Sinai Brooklyn
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Gwertzman is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital New York, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.
At a Glance
- Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
- Offers Telehealth • This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ See hospitals
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Gwertzman
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Gwertzman treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Gwertzman treats other conditions, please contact the office at (212) 257-0039.
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Peripheral vascular disorder specialists diagnose and treat narrowing or blockages in the blood vessels outside the heart, most commonly caused by atherosclerosis, a buildup of plague inside the blood vessel wall.Compare with other Peripheral Vascular Disease specialists.
Dr. Gwertzman is experienced in the area of Peripheral Vascular Disease. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Dr. Gwertzman's conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
- Abdominal Pain
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Acute Bowel Infarction
- Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Aneurysm
- Anorectal Abscess
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
- Aortic Repair, Open or Repair of Arterial Aneurysm, Open
- Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
- Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
- Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
- Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerosis of Aorta
- Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
- Bone Cancer
- Bone Marrow Biopsy
- Breast Cancer
- Bunion Surgery
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
- Cholecystitis and Gallstones
- Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- Colorectal Cancer
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Constipation
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
- Duodenal Polypectomy
- Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
- Embolism
- Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- Endovascular Repair of Aorta
- Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
- Excision of Esophageal Lesion
- Excision of Rectal Tumor
- Excision of Stomach Tumor
- Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gastrotomy
- Hemorrhoids
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Ileus
- Iliac Aneurysm
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Ischemic Colitis
- Liver Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Lymphedema
- Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
- Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
- Osteosarcoma
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Pelvic Abscess
- Peptic Ulcer
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
- Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
- Peripheral Arterial Dissection
- Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
- Peripheral Artery Bypass
- Peripheral Artery Catheterization
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
- Pleural Effusion
- Port Placements or Replacements
- Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
- Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
- Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
- Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
- Rib Fracture
- Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
- Secondary Hypertension
- Secondary Malignancies
- Skin Grafts
- Spider Veins
- Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
- Thoracentesis
- Tracheal Surgery
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Varicose Vein Procedure
- Varicose Veins
- Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
- Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
- Vascular Transcatheter Embolization
- Venous Compression
- Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
- Venous Insufficiency
- Venous Sclerotherapy
- Ventral Hernia
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Dr. Gwertzman accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Choice Plus POS II
- Commercial HMO
- Medicare Essential Plan PPO
- Select
- AgeWell New York
- Amerihealth
- Personal Choice PPO
- Amida Care
- Anthem
- Blue Access (Select Network)-NY
- Blue Priority (Select Network)-NY
- Empire (Select Network)-NY POS
- National (BlueCard Basic) PPO
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
- BlueConnect HMO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- Preferred Blue PPO
- Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP) HMO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- Elderplan
- EmblemHealth
- GHI
- GHI PPO
- Health Insurance Plan of Greater New York (HIP) PPO
- HIP
- HIP Medicaid
- HIP VIP Medicare
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
- Fidelis Care
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
- Health First Health Plans
- Medicare Plans
- HealthFirst
- ABCD HMO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- MagnaCare
- Medicaid of New York
- MetroPlus Health Plan
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- PHCS Network
- Oxford Health Plans
- Freedom Plan
- Liberty Plan
- Partners National Health Plan
- SelectHealth
- Senior Whole Health
- UnitedHealthCare
- Commercial HMO
- Empire Plan
- Oxford Medicare Network
- WellCare
- WellCare of NY
About Me
Biography
Specialties
- General Surgery
- Vascular Surgery
Board Certifications
- General Surgery
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gary Gwertzman, MD?
Click here to schedule an appointment online. New patients can also call (212) 257-0039.
Does Dr. Gary Gwertzman, MD offer telehealth services?
Dr. Gwertzman has indicated that they offer telehealth. Contact the office to check for eligibility for your needs.
Is Dr. Gary Gwertzman, MD accepting new patients?
Dr. Gary Gwertzman, MD generally accepts new patients on Healthgrades. You can see Dr. Gwertzman's profile to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Gary Gwertzman, MD accept my insurance?
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What are Dr. Gary Gwertzman, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Gwertzman frequently treats Peripheral Vascular Disease. See all practice areas where Dr. Gwertzman specializes.
Where is Dr. Gary Gwertzman, MD's office located?
Dr. Gwertzman's office is located at 3131 Kings Hwy Ste A7, Brooklyn, NY 11234. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Affiliated Hospitals
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.62% Patients that would definitely recommend, 8% lower than the national average
3 Awards Received
62% Patients that would definitely recommend, 8% lower than the national average
3 Awards Received
3 Awards Received
3 Awards Received
69% Patients that would definitely recommend, 1% lower than the national average
12 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2022)
69% Patients that would definitely recommend, 1% lower than the national average
12 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2022)
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