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Dr. Brian Steckel, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
4.1 (18)
Map Pin Small Albany, NY
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Brian Steckel, MD

Dr. Brian Steckel, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in Albany, NY. They specialize in Colorectal Surgery, has 30 years of experience, and is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery. They graduated from Royal College Of Surgeons In Ireland, National University Of Ireland, School Of Medicine and is affiliated with Saint Peter's Hospital. Dr. Steckel, completed a residency at Baystate Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Steckel an average 4.1 star rating.

Dr. Steckel works at Practice in Albany, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Constipation, Anal or Rectal Pain and Anal Fissure along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Steckel's Office Locations

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    Capital Region Colon & Rectal Surgery
    319 S Manning Blvd Ste 310, Albany, NY 12208 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 438-2776

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  • Saint Peter's Hospital

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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Constipation
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anal Fissure
Colectomy
Colorectal Cancer
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Obstruction
Pelvic Abscess
Anoscopy
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Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Abdominal Disorders
Abscess
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Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal Cancer
Anal Disorders
Anal Prolapse
Appendicitis
Cancer
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Carcinoma in Situ
Colitis
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Colon Cancer
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Crohn's Disease
Diverticulitis
Fecal Incontinence
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Meckel's Diverticulum
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Rectal Bleeding
Rectal Cancer
Rectal Prolapse
Rectovaginal Fistula
Secondary Malignancies
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anal Cauterization
Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colonoscopy
Colostomy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Excision of Anal Tags
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Fecal Impaction Removal
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hemorrhoid Treatment
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Colectomy
Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Sphincterotomy
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    About Dr. Brian Steckel, MD

    Specialties*
    • Colorectal Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 30 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1285671925
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Mt Sinai Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Baystate Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Baystate Med Ctr(Tufts Univ)
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Royal College Of Surgeons In Ireland, National University Of Ireland, School Of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • GeorgeTown University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Brian Steckel, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Steckel is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Steckel has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Steckel has seen patients for Constipation, Anal or Rectal Pain and Anal Fissure, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Steckel on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    18 patients have reviewed Dr. Steckel. The overall rating for this provider is 4.1. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Steckel.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Steckel, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Steckel appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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