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Dr. Valerie Rusch, MD

General Surgery*FemaleAge 72

General Surgery*

Dr. Valerie Rusch, MD is a general surgery specialist in New York, NY and has over 48 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rusch has extensive experience in Thoracic Surgical Procedures. She graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1975. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Stony Brook University Hospital and Lancaster General Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

Dr. Valerie Rusch, MD

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1275 York Ave New York, NY 10065

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Dr. Rusch's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rusch

4.6

26 ratings, 12 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Tom Lira – Nov 12, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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patricia s yarema – Jul 30, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Mike B in Hartford, CT – Jun 18, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Weimert Mary Therese in Montvale, NJ – Dec 20, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Toni A. Crispino in Hackensack, N.J. – May 10, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Summit, NJ – Oct 24, 2017
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East Setauket – Oct 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Nancy Felder in Island Park, NY – Aug 23, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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West Islip, NY – May 18, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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West Orange, NJ – Feb 27, 2017
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Theodore Najjar in Brooklyn, NY – Feb 16, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
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Mark in Queens, NY – Feb 03, 2016
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About Me

Care Philosophy

I am a surgeon who specializes in treating patients with cancers of the lung, esophagus, mediastinum, and chest wall, and those with mesothelioma. My...Read more

Specialties*

  • General Surgery
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery

Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

Medical School, 1975

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    What are Dr. Valerie Rusch, MD's top areas of expertise?

    Dr. Valerie Rusch, MD specializes in Thoracic Surgical Procedures. See more on Healthgrades.

    What is Dr. Valerie Rusch, MD's office address?

    Dr. Rusch's office is located at 1275 York Ave, New York, NY 10065. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center1275 York Ave New York, NY 10065
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    Office633 3rd Ave New York, NY 10017
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