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Dr. Carl Calica, MD, FACS

Dr. Carl Calica, MD, FACS

Surgeon
672 Stoneleigh Ave, Carmel, NY
4.76
“Excellent doctor and a great bedside manner. He remains calm and explains everything in easy to understand terms.”
Patients often return
More patients return than other providers in the area
Excellent wait time
92% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.76

Average wait time

4.75

Bedside manner

5.00
“Excellent doctor and a great bedside manner. He remains calm and explains everything in easy to understand terms.”
Less than 6 months ago
“He appears to be a very accomplished doctor. I was very comfortable talking to him. He will perform a hernia procedure soon and I feel confident that it will go well.”
Less than 6 months ago

About Dr. Carl Calica

Carl F. Calica, MD, FACS, is a board-certified surgeon who earned his Doctor of Medicine from Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine, Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation. He completed his residency in General Surgery at Harlem Hospital Center Emergency Room and a fellowship in General Surgery at Richmond University Medical Center. Dr. Calica has been recognized by SRC for setting a standard of excellence in patient care and safety. He is also an SRC-accredited Surgeon of Excellence in Robotic Surgery with Putnam Hospital Center.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Groin hernia surgery
Abdominal hernia repair surgery
Gallbladder removal
Groin hernia surgery
Abdominal hernia repair surgery
Gallbladder removal

Office locations

Optum Medical Care, NY (1 of 2)
672 Stoneleigh Ave, Carmel, NY 10512
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Optum Medical Care, NY (2 of 2)
355 Kear St, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
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Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Putnam Hospital Center

Board certifications

  • American Board of Surgery

Education and training

  • Medical School - Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine, Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation, Doctor of Medicine
  • Harlem Hospital Center Emergency Room, Residency in General Surgery
  • Richmond University Medical Center, Fellowship in General Surgery

Awards and publications

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1629059670

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.76
Wait time
4.75
Bedside manner
5.00
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Excellent doctor and a great bedside manner. He remains calm and explains everything in easy to understand terms.
Needed extra time to ask questions..left office confused in some areas and remain so.
Was very responsive to my condition, with a diagnosis and plan for prompt treatment.
Nice guy. I recommend
Verified patient
Dr. Calica is very good and friendly.
He appears to be a very accomplished doctor. I was very comfortable talking to him. He will perform a hernia procedure soon and I feel confident that it will go well.
Very friendly, informative, answers questions
Dr. Calica has comfortable bedside manner, was knowledgeable with my case and had a plan already in place. Dr. Answered all my concerns and most importantly did not rush me and gave all the time I needed I recommend Dr. Calica 100%
Verified patient
I just felt immediately comfortable meeting him...... Answered questions Addressed my concerns Took time explaining Took extra time because he understood my nervousness!
I have the best service
Very informative
Smooth visit
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Which hospital is Dr. Carl Calica affiliated with?

Dr. Carl Calica is affiliated with Putnam Hospital Center.

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Where is Dr. Carl Calica's office located?

Dr. Carl Calica has 2 office locations, including in Carmel and Yorktown Heights, view full addresses on Dr. Calica's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Carl Calica have?

Dr. Carl Calica is certified by American Board of Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Carl Calica?

Dr. Carl Calica frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Hemorrhoids, Surgery Consultation, Ultrasound, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Carl Calica on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Carl Calica speak?

Dr. Carl Calica speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Carl Calica in reviews?

46 patients have reviewed Dr. Carl Calica. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.76/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.75/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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