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Dr. William Spivak, MD

Dr. William Spivak, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. William Spivak, MD is a pediatric gastroenterologist in New York, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities Lenox Hill Hospital and NYU Langone Hospitals. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 4 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

177 E 87th St Ste 305 New York, NY 10128
(212) 369-7700

Care Philosophy

"Every child is seen by me personally I will spend an hour with a new patient (sometimes longer if the problem is complex) understanding the child's medical problems and the implication that problem has on the child'..."

- Dr. William Spivak, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Spivak specializes in the area of Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Spivak's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Spivak

4.0
33 ratings, 1 with written review
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Saw this doctor for an issue of chronic cosntipation with my toddler. Completely misdiagnosed my child, without performing any diagnostic tests/ lab work or X-rays. Prescribed not only incorrect but highly habit forming laxative medication. Would not recommend this doctor to anyone. Not to mention terrible bedside manner.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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About Me

care philosophy

Every child is seen by me personally I will spend an hour with a new patient (sometimes longer if the problem is complex) understanding the child's medical problems and the implication that problem has on the child's functioning within family...read more

biography

Dr. William Spivak is a Board Certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist serving the New York area for more than 25 years. Dr. Spivak is experienced in Chronic Abdominal Pain, Gastro-Esophageal Reflux (GER or Acid Reflux) and Feeding Assessment. He...read more

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology

  • Pediatrics

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  • Children's Hospital Boston/harvard Medical School

    Fellowship Hospital, 1982

  • Research Fellowship - Brigham And Women's Hospital And The Harvard Medical School

    Fellowship Hospital, 1982

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine - Pediatrics,

    Residency Hospital, 1979

  • Einstein-bronx Muni Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1977

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1976

  • Yeshiva University

    Undergraduate School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Office177 E 87th St Ste 305 New York, NY 10128
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • NYU Langone Hospitals

    550 1st Ave
    New York, NY 10016
    Recipient of 62
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    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

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

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Lenox Hill Hospital

    100 E 77th St
    New York, NY 10075
    Recipient of 42
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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