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Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea, MD

Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea, MD

Bariatric Surgeon
186-03 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows, NY
Joel A. Ricci-Gorbea, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine. He is Associate Director of the General Surgical Residency Program and a Robotic and Bariatric Surgeon at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens. Dr. Ricci-Gorbea is a board certified, fellowship-trained general surgeon who specializes in weight loss surgery and hernia repair. He also specializes in minimally invasive surgeries and performs most surgeries through small incisions using laparoscopy or the Da Vinci robotic platform. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Ricci-Gorbea is involved in research, resident education, and quality and safety initiatives. He is the co-author of several book chapters about disorders of metabolism and weight loss surgery and serves as a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and member of multiple surgical societies. Dr. Ricci-Gorbea earned his medical degree from Ponce School of Medicine in Puerto Rico. He completed his surgical residency training at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn and served his fellowship in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens.
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Overall rating

4.57

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea

Joel A. Ricci-Gorbea, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine. He is Associate Director of the General Surgical Residency Program and a Robotic and Bariatric Surgeon at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens. Dr. Ricci-Gorbea is a board certified, fellowship-trained general surgeon who specializes in weight loss surgery and hernia repair. He also specializes in minimally invasive surgeries and performs most surgeries through small incisions using laparoscopy or the Da Vinci robotic platform. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Ricci-Gorbea is involved in research, resident education, and quality and safety initiatives. He is the co-author of several book chapters about disorders of metabolism and weight loss surgery and serves as a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and member of multiple surgical societies. Dr. Ricci-Gorbea earned his medical degree from Ponce School of Medicine in Puerto Rico. He completed his surgical residency training at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn and served his fellowship in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens.

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Areas of expertise

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Abdominal hernia repair surgery
Groin hernia surgery
Abdominal hernia repair surgery
Groin hernia surgery

Office locations

NYPMG Queens - Surgical Specialists (1 of 2)
186-03 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows, NY 11366
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NYPMG Queens - Surgical Specialists (2 of 2)
72-06 Northern Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
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Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • NewYork-Presbyterian Queens

Board certifications

  • American Board of Surgery

Education and training

  • Medical School - Ponce Health Sciences University, Doctor of Medicine
  • Suny Downstate Medical Center, Residency in General Surgery
  • University of Puerto Rico (Bachelor's)
  • NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Hospital, Fellowship in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery

Professional memberships

  • American College of Surgeons

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1669657284

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Wait time
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Bedside manner
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Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea has 2 office locations, including in Fresh Meadows and Jackson Heights, view full addresses on Dr. Ricci-Gorbea's profile.

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Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea is certified by American Board of Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea?

Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Hernia, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, Surgery Consultation, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea speak?

Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea in reviews?

14 patients have reviewed Dr. Joel Ricci-Gorbea. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.57/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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