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Dr. John Rutkoski, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
5.0 (7)
Map Pin Small Buffalo, NY
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. John Rutkoski, MD

Dr. John Rutkoski, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Buffalo, NY. They specialize in Bariatric Surgery, has 18 years of experience, and is board certified in Critical Care Surgery. They graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine and is affiliated with Sisters Of Charity Hospital and Sisters of Charity Hospital, St. Joseph Campus. Dr. Rutkoski, completed a residency at West Penn Allegheny Health System. Patients rated Dr. Rutkoski an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Rutkoski works at Trinity Medical, WNY in Buffalo, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Obesity along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield 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. Rutkoski's Office Locations

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    Trinity Bariatric & General Surgery
    2625 Harlem Rd Ste 240, Buffalo, NY 14225 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (716) 893-0333
    Monday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:30 - 16:30

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  • Sisters Of Charity Hospital
  • Sisters of Charity Hospital, St. Joseph Campus

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Obesity
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Sleeve Gastrectomy
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Pediatric Obesity
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Cholelithiasis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Gallbladder Diseases
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Lipomas
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Neuroendocrine Tumors
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pyloric Stenosis
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Small Intestine Cancer
Splenomegaly
Stomach Cancer
Stomach Stenosis
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Surgery
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Appendectomy
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Colectomy
Colostomy
da Vinci® Robotic Surgery
Diaphragmatic-Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Duodenal Switch
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagomyotomy
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Surgery
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
High Resolution Esophageal Manometry
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Revision Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
LINX® Reflux Management System
Liver Biopsy
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Port Placements or Replacements
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Revision Surgery
Robotic Assisted Procedure
Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery
Stomach Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon
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    About Dr. John Rutkoski, MD

    Specialties*
    • Bariatric Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 18 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1972761468
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • The Valley Hospital Of Ridgewood, New Jersey
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • West Penn Allegheny Health System
    Residency
    Internship
    • The Western Pennsylvania Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Duquesne University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Critical Care Surgery and General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. John Rutkoski, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Rutkoski is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Rutkoski works at Trinity Medical, WNY in Buffalo, NY. View the full address on Dr. Rutkoski’s profile.

    Dr. Rutkoski has seen patients for Obesity, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Rutkoski on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    7 patients have reviewed Dr. Rutkoski. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Rutkoski.

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