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Dr. Verghese George, MD

Dr. Verghese George, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Verghese George, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Melville, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Jawaharlal Institute Of Post-Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Long Island Jewish Medical Center and Mercy Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

811 Walt Whitman Rd Melville, NY 11747
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(631) 249-3000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. George is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center New Hyde Park, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. George specializes in the areas of General Surgery, Hand Surgery & Hand Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. George's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. George

4.0

25 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
76%
76%
4 Star
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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
What could be improved
No results
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B green – Sep 16, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Denise in Farmingdale, NY – Nov 02, 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
5 people found this helpful
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Valley Stream, NY – May 05, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Verghese George, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Melville, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Jawaharlal Institute Of Post-Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University in 1975. He is affiliated...read more

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • General Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Lincoln Medical And Mental Health Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Metropolitan Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1984

  • Misericordia/lincoln Affil

    Residency Hospital, 1983

  • Railway Hospital, Madras, India

    Internship Hospital, 1976

  • Jawaharlal Institute Of Post-graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University

    Medical School, 1975
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
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General Surgery†
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Hand Surgery†
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Office811 Walt Whitman Rd Melville, NY 11747
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center

    270 05 76 Ave
    New Hyde Park, NY 11040
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    View all awards

    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

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy Medical Center

    1000 N Village Ave
    Rockville Centre, NY 11570
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln

    234 E 149th St
    Bronx, NY 10451
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    67%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    17% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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