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Dr. Karen Karsif, MD

Dr. Karen Karsif, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Karen Karsif, MD is a general surgeon in Suffern, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1988. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Anthony Community Hospital and Garnet Health Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 5 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital

257 Lafayette Ave Ste 200 Suffern, NY 10901

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Karsif

5.0
30 ratings, 12 with a written review
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She is wonderful easy to talk to and takes the time to speak with you. So glad I found Dr. Karsif through a friend she is the best...She has GOLDEN hands she is wonderful..
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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CP – Jun 24, 2024
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23 year survivor thanks to Karen
Patience KindnessExpertiseKnowledgeable Best Breast surgeon ever Excellent office staff also We are all blessed to have Karen in our lives 23 years later !I’m a great grandmother now !
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
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Muriel Holland – Nov 12, 2023
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checked all NYS breast surgeons- she's the BEST
Karen Karsif did my surgery ,giving me the best possible physical outcome. Previous to my surgery, I did my research- Columbia Presbytarian, Sloan kettering, Weil cornell, all the top surgeons. I was horrified at the poor attitude in those top hospitals . It helped that I had biology background and had done research, so I knew what questions to ask. They did not like my questions and had little time for me. All were so sure of themselves, and admitted that they were teaching hospitals, meaning that someone else would be learning, holding the scalpel while I would be on the table.. Dr Karsif assembled a team of experts -for reconstruction , anesthesiology, nurses, all experts and trained by her, so that I was left with the best outcome . She is the kindest person too. She was willing to give of her time whenever I needed her. Every step of the way. She even holds support groups for her past and present patients. Unbelievable. You will simply not a find a doctor like her.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Teacher1 – Jul 04, 2023
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Simply the best!
Completely lucked out with Dr. Karsif as my surgeon. From the start, she was kind and reassuring and it was immediately apparent that she was incredibly knowledgeable and up on the latest technology and information. Few doctors have her bedside manner. Additionally, before and after surgery she was always willing to text or talk when I was worried or had a question. Basically, she saved my life; and if I could give her 10 stars, I would.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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joysoph89 – Oct 02, 2022
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Excellent surgeon and doctor. Very knowledgeable, patient, professional! Helped me during my toughest times in my life. Be assured she will comfort you and help.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Jun 07, 2021
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My experience with Dr Karsif was amazing. She is very easy to talk to and really cares about her patients. You are is a wonderful Dr Karsif ?? R Liyim
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Rosa Liyim – Sep 26, 2020
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I love how she explain your so already difficult results. She makes you comfortable and put things into perspective. She lets you be vulnerable at a very hard time in your life.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 08, 2020
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Dr. Karsif is the most compassionate, understanding and talented doctor. She performed my breast surgery and follow up care and when I was diagnosed with an unrelated cancer, she was there to help me. Love Dr. Karsif!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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Lynn Mayo – Jul 27, 2019
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Dr kasif is caring , kind & Compassionate
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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New York – May 28, 2018
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I love love love her. She did both my tumor removals which were benign. Thank God. She makes you feel ok and that everything will be ok. Whatever makes you comfy she will do
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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Hope Gonzalez – Sep 07, 2017
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Dr Karsif made a very difficult time in my life much easier. Very easy to talk to. Really cares about her patients. Wonderful-I can not say enough good things about her
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
10 others found this helpful
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Eileen in Highland Mills, NY – Feb 22, 2017
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Warm and caring, always makes you feel special, Good sense of humor, down to earth
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
11 others found this helpful
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Feb 26, 2016
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About Me

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Dr Karsif, a surgeon with 15 years of experience devoted entirely to treating breast disease, is the visionary behind Good Samaritan's Center for Breast Health. She received her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine...read more

biography

Dr. Karsif, a surgeon with 15 years of experience devoted entirely to treating breast disease, is the visionary behind Good Samaritan's Center for Breast Health. She received her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine...read more
  • General Surgery

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  • Albert Einstein Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1994
  • University Penn Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1989
  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
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Locations

Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital

Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital257 Lafayette Ave Ste 200 Suffern, NY 10901
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Anthony Community Hospital

    15 Maple Ave
    Warwick, NY 10990
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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  • Garnet Health Medical Center

    707 E Main St
    Middletown, NY 10940
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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  • Bon Secours Community Hospital

    160 E Main St
    Port Jervis, NY 12771

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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