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Dr. Alexander Melman, MD

General Surgery* Age 71
Dr. Alexander Melman, MD
4.2 (31 Ratings)

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Dr. Alexander Melman, MD

General Surgery* Age 71
Bay Shore, NY
Accepting new patients
50 years of experience

Offers telehealth

 

Overview

Dr. Alexander Melman, MD works in Bay Shore, NY as a General Surgeon and has 50 years experience.

They are board certified in General Surgery and graduated from PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY / ERIE BEHREND COLLEGE in 1974. Dr. Melman has has worked on more claims relating to Varicose Veins than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Melman has received an average rating of 4.2 from patients and has been reviewed 31 times. They are affiliated with Long Island Community Hospital. Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments. Dr. Melman also speaks Russian. Dr. Melman practices at Practice in Bay Shore, NY and has additional offices in Smithtown, NY and Hauppauge, NY.

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  • Aetna HMO
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    AWH NJ Choice MultiTier - Standard Savings POS II
    AWH NJ Choice MultiTier POS II
    Choice Plus POS II
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  • Flex Connecticut EPO
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  • GHI CBP
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  • Choice Plus POS
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Locations

  1. 1 Island Surgical & Vascular Group PC
    15 Park Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (631) 581-4400
  2. 2 St. Catherine of Siena Hospital
    50 Route 25A, Smithtown, NY 11787
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (631) 784-7200
  3. 3 Head Injury Association
    300 Kennedy Dr, Hauppauge, NY 11788
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (631) 581-4400
  4. 4 Center for Hyperbaric Medicine & Wound Healing at St. Catherine of Siena Hospital
    50 New York Ave # 25A, Smithtown, NY 11787
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (631) 862-3000

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4.2
Based on 31 Reviews
5 Stars (24)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (5)

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Patient Reviews
Jun 09, 2024
a 40 years ago my GP took some blood tests to see what was happening with my stomach . he was off the next day and that night it got so bad we called the covering doctor but he wouldn't see us told us to go to the hospital so we went to the ER they took all sorts of tests including x-rays the covering doctor would not come to the ER the doctor that was in charge of the ER that night said I had gastric . the next morning as soon as my doctor heard he came to the hospital immediatel looked at the same x-rays and ran up to the OR and brought down Dr Melmen that was my first encount with Dr Melman my colon had burst I had purtenidis and total kidney frailer over 8 hours later he came out and told my family that if I made it through the night I would then have a 50% chance of making it that man saved my life that night . and has given me excellent care since . not only is this man a brilliant Doctor but he is a beautiful human being . Thank You
James Connelly — Jun 09, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Russian
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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  • PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY / ERIE BEHREND COLLEGE
    1974
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  • General Surgery
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Dr. Alexander Melman, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Melman accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Melman's office to make an appointment.

Dr. Melman accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP) as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Melman accepts here.

Dr. Melman frequently sees patients for Varicose Veins.

Yes, Dr. Melman speaks Russian. See Dr. Melman's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Melman has a star rating of 4.2/5 and has been reviewed 31 times.

Dr. Melman is board certified in General Surgery.

Dr. Melman has been practicing as a General Surgeon for 50 years.

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  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

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  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

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  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

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  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

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  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

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  7. Get Tested for HIV

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  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

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  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

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  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

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  12. Quit Smoking

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