Dr. Yuri Novitsky, MD

Dr. Yuri Novitsky, MD

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48 y/o
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Dr. Yuri Novitsky, MD is a general surgery specialist in New York, NY and has been practicing for 22 years. He specializes in general surgery.
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Columbia Doctors Midtown

51 W 51st St

New York, NY 10019
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Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Cigna
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Humana
  • MultiPlan

Background Check

No malpractice claims found for New York
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Novitsky's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Incisional Hernia
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Novitsky treats Incisional Hernia more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Novitsky treats this condition more than 100% of his peers

Hernia Repair
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very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Novitsky performs Hernia Repair more than 98% of his peers

Dr. Novitsky performs this procedure more than 98% of his peers

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Open Incisional and-or Ventral Hernia Repair
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Novitsky performs Open Incisional and-or Ventral Hernia Repair more than 97% of his peers

Dr. Novitsky performs this procedure more than 97% of his peers

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Dr. Novitsky's conditions and procedures:

  • Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
  • Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
  • Adrenalectomy
  • Appendectomy, Laparoscopic
  • Appendectomy, Open
  • Bladder Surgery
  • Bone Marrow Biopsy
  • Colectomy
  • Colon and Rectal Surgery
  • Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
  • Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
  • Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
  • Esophageal Surgery
  • Esophagomyotomy
  • Excision of Skin Lesion
  • Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
  • Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
  • Gallbladder Removal
  • Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic
  • Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Open
  • Gastroenterology Procedures
  • Gastrotomy
  • Head and Neck Surgery
  • Heart Surgery
  • Hernia
  • Hernia Repair
  • Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
  • Incisional Hernia
  • Incisional Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair, Open
  • Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
  • Kidney Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
  • Laparotomy
  • Lipomas
  • Lung Surgery
  • Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
  • Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation With Robotic Assistance
  • Open Diaphragmatic and-or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
  • Open Incisional and-or Ventral Hernia Repair
  • Orchiectomy
  • Paracentesis
  • Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
  • Port Placements or Replacements
  • Proctectomy, Open or Laparoscopic (incl. Swenson and Duhamel Procedures)
  • Removal of Reproductive Organs (Hysterectomy, Oophorectomy, Salpingectomy, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, Resection of Peritoneal Malignancy)
  • Renal Transplant and Nephrectomy
  • Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
  • Skin Grafts
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
  • Splenectomy
  • Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
  • Stomach Surgery
  • Thoracentesis
  • Tracheal Surgery
  • Umbilical Hernia
  • Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
  • Ventral Hernia
  • Wound Repair

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Care Philosophy

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. 

Specialties

  • General Surgery

Board Certifications

  • General Surgery
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Education

1997
Albany Medical College
Medical School
1997

Languages

  • Russian
  • English

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Dr. Novitsky's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Novitsky

4.6

Based on 47 reviews

5 Stars
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4 Stars
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1 Star
8.51063829787234%
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Great doc. He is simply the best around.
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I highly recommend Dr. Novitsky for an abdominal wall reconstruction procedure. After six operations, Dr. Novitsky gave me my life back. Words cannot describe how I feel emotionally and how happy I am the way I physically look. I will walk proud on the beach with no shirt on this summer. Dr....Read More
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I highly recommend Dr. Novitsky for an abdominal wall reconstruction procedure. After six operations, Dr. Novitsky gave me my life back. Words cannot describe how I feel emotionally and how happy I am the way I physically look. I will walk proud on the beach with no shirt on this summer. Dr....Read More
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Amazing doctor and surgeon. I was very afraid to undergo my groin hernia repair, but he made it look easy. I had it done laparoscopically. Went home 2 hours after surgery and did not need a single pain medicine. Unbelievable! If you need a true expert, look no further.
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I had 2 failed hernia repairs and Dr. Novitsky had to perform an abdomen reconstruction to correct my problems. I went an consulted with him 2 times and asked a ton of questions and he and his staff were very professional and accomodating. Answered all of my questions. I was nervous about the...Read More
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Accepted insurance can change. Please double-check when making an appointment.

Aetna
Aetna HMO
Choice Plus POS II
Anthem
Pathway X Ind PPO Direct Access CT
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
BlueConnect HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Preferred Blue PPO
Cigna
Cigna HMO
Cigna PPO
Open Access Plus
Coventry Health Care
Coventry Health America PPO
Humana
Choice Care PPO
MultiPlan
MultiPlan PPO
PHCS Network PPO

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