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Dr. Marc Bessler, MD

Oncology*
4.5 (23)
Map Pin Small New York, NY
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Marc Bessler, MD

Dr. Marc Bessler, MD is an Oncology Specialist in New York, NY. They specialize in Oncology, has 35 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from New York University Grossman School of Medicine and is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester, NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center and Weill Cornell Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Bessler an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Bessler works at CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion in New York, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Obesity along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and CareFirst 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.

Dr. Bessler's Office Locations

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    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion
    161 Fort Washington Ave Ste 524, New York, NY 10032 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (212) 582-3422

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Obesity
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Sleeve Gastrectomy
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Anemia
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Appendicitis
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Acid Reflux Surgery
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Liver Biopsy
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Barrett's Esophagus
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cancer
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Cholangiocarcinoma
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Coagulation Defects in Pregnancy and Postpartum
Coagulation Disorders
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Empyema
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Endocrine Gland Cancer
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Diseases
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Hemophilia
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Mast Cell Diseases
Maternal Anemia
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Neutropenia
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pediatric Obesity
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pheochromocytoma
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pineal Region Tumors
Pleural Effusion
Prostate Cancer
Pyloric Stenosis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Skin Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominal Hysterectomy
Abdominoplasty
Bile Duct Procedure
Colectomy
Diaphragmatic Paraesophagel Hernia Robotic Assist
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Fecal Impaction Removal
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gallbladder Surgery
Gastric Banding
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Revision Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Metabolic Surgery
Minimal Access Surgery
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Pyloromyotomy
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Stomach Surgery
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vagotomy
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Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Weight Loss Revisional Surgery
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    • Aetna
    • Amerihealth
    • Anthem
    • Buckeye Community Health Plan
    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
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    • Healthfirst
    • HealthPlus
    • MagnaCare
    • Oxford Health Plans
    • POMCO Group
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.5
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    Specialties*
    • Oncology

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    Years of Experience
    • 35 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Hebrew, Spanish and Yiddish
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    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1033293543
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Medical Education
    • New York University Grossman School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester
    • NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center
    • Weill Cornell Medical Center

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    Dr. Marc Bessler, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Bessler is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Bessler works at CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion in New York, NY. View the full address on Dr. Bessler’s profile.

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

    23 patients have reviewed Dr. Bessler. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Bessler.

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