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Dr. Michael Leitman, MD

Dr. Michael Leitman, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Leitman, MD is a general surgeon in New York, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Boston University in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mount Sinai Queens and Mount Sinai Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Leitman is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital New York, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Leitman specializes in the area of Critical Care Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Leitman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Leitman

4.8

20 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
5%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Sal Calamia – Aug 19, 2022
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Steve – Jan 21, 2021
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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
Helpful
Noreen in Queens, NY – May 14, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Stephen K. in Linwood New Jersey – Nov 15, 2016
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lisa in NYC – Jun 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Leitman, MD is a general surgeon in New York, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Boston University in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mount Sinai Queens and Mount Sinai Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • General Surgery

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  • Boston University

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
Critical Care Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mount Sinai Brooklyn

    3201 Kings Hwy
    Brooklyn, NY 11234
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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  • Mount Sinai Queens

    2510 30th Ave
    Long Island City, NY 11102
    Recipient of 13
    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

    View all awards
  • 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

    View all 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

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