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Dr. Lester Katz, MD

Dr. Lester Katz, MD

General Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Lester Katz, MD is a general surgeon in New York, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of the Witwatersrand Medical School in 1975. He is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

1010 5th Ave New York, NY 10028

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Dr. Katz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Katz

4.7
12 ratings, 3 with a written review
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I flew to NYC to meet with Dr Katz. What a wonderful Dr and surgeon. My case was complicated with other health issues involved. I am so glad he did my surgery. Wonderful office staff as well. Highly recommend!
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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Jeannie S – Jul 18, 2020
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He is absolutely terrible. If I hadn't gotten a second opinion, I would have regretted. Katz misdiagnosed me and was so anxious to operate he didn't think any imaging study was necessary. Another doctor immediately told me that his diagnosis was wrong and that I did not need an operation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dec 01, 2019
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I went to 7 doctors before I was diagnosed. Dr. katz saved my life .. he is not only smart and compassionate .. his hands are golden!!! Thank you Dr. katz for saving my life ... I will never forget you. Youre not only a compassionate Dr but a wonderful human being that cares. I wish there were more Doctors like you. Kudos toDr Katz ... Donna
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Donna in Yorktown – Apr 17, 2018
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About Me

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Dr. Lester Katz, MD is a general surgeon in New York, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of the Witwatersrand Medical School in 1975. He is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • General Surgery

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  • University Of The Witwatersrand Medical School

    Medical School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Laparoscopic Surgical Center of New York LLP1010 5th Ave New York, NY 10028
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mount Sinai Hospital

    1 Gustave L Levy Pl
    New York, NY 10029
    Recipient of 27
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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