Dr. Benjamin Choi, MD

Dr. Benjamin Choi, MD

Urologist
617.7 mi · 242 East 72nd Street, 1B, New York, NY 10021

At a glance

Accepts 40 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of Rochester
Works at Metropolitan Urology
Affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center

Office location

Metropolitan Urology
617.7 mi · 242 East 72nd Street, 1B, New York, NY, 10021

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Endoscopy of the urethra and bladder
Kidney and ureter procedures
Transurethral surgery (TURP) for enlarged prostate
Endoscopy of the urethra and bladder
Kidney and ureter procedures
Transurethral surgery (TURP) for enlarged prostate

More about Dr. Benjamin Choi, MD

As a urologist, Dr. Choi is highly trained to treat disorders of the male and female urinary tract (bladder, ureter, kidney, and urethra) and the male reproductive system. Urology is classified as a surgical subspecialty, but since a wide variety of clinical problems are encountered when treating urological conditions, knowledge of internal medicine, pediatrics, gynecology, and other specialties is required. Dr. Choi is certified by the American Board of Urology. He has an extensive basic and clinical research experience and has published in leading medical journals in areas of a novel therapeutic research such as gene therapy. His articles in inguinal hernia repair and simultaneous inguinal hernia repair during radical retropubic prostatectomy have been highlighted in recent urologic journals. He has given presentations in topics including benign prostatic hyperplasia and urinary retention, minimally invasive incontinence surgery in female, pelvic prolapse and incontinence surgery in female, testicular cancer and male factor infertility. His current clinical interests and expertise are in minimally invasive endoscopic treatments of renal stones and benign prostatic hyperplasia, laparoscopic surgery in urologic diseases, out-patient surgery for female stress incontinence, and out-patient no-scalpel vasectomy. He has numerous achievements and awards including The New York Academy of Medicine Fellow Research Competition, Ferdinand C. Valentine Essay Contest of New York Urology Section, and the 35th Annual Urology Chief Residents Meeting. He is also a member of the following medical associations and societies: American Urological Association New York Urologic Society Korean American Medical Association

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - University of Rochester
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center (Internship)
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center, Residency in Urology

Practice

Metropolitan Urology

Affiliation

New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center

Certifications

American Board of Urology

Professional memberships

American Urological Association
Korean-American Medical Association
The New York State Urological Society

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor
New York Academy of New York Urological Section
35th Annual Urology Chief Residents Meeting

Background

Languages spoken

English
Korean

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1528101607

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Choi is extremely competent and most pleasant. His staff is wonderful
Frequently asked questions

Which hospital is Dr. Benjamin Choi affiliated with?

Dr. Benjamin Choi is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center.

What practice does Dr. Benjamin Choi work with?

Dr. Benjamin Choi works with Metropolitan Urology.

Where is Dr. Benjamin Choi's office located?

Dr. Benjamin Choi's office is located at 242 East 72nd Street, New York, NY 10021.

Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Choi have?

Dr. Benjamin Choi is certified by American Board of Urology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Benjamin Choi?

Dr. Benjamin Choi frequently sees patients for Kidney Stones, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Urology Consultation, Urology Follow Up, and Vasectomy / Male Sterilization. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Benjamin Choi on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Benjamin Choi speak?

Dr. Benjamin Choi speaks English and Korean.

How do patients rate Dr. Benjamin Choi in reviews?

4 patients have reviewed Dr. Benjamin Choi. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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