Dr. Samara Churgin, MD, FACS
Plastic Surgeon
660.4 mi · 71 East 77th Street, Suite 1A, New York, NY 10075
At a glance
4.68 stars (76 reviews)
94% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 29 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from George Washington University, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Samara S. Churgin, MD
3 office locations
4.68
76 reviews
Bedside manner
4.8
Wait time
3.9
Recent reviews
The doctor is great, the office is very nice, and I was seen on time. The only issue was the appointment lasted 3 hours because the office manager likes to chat...and chat....and chat...
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
My visit was absolutely amazing! Dr. Churgin and her staff were so helpful, attentive, and accommodating. They worked with my insurance company to make sure I’m getting the best prices and spoke with me through the whole process over the phone every step of the way. I would 100% recommend to anyone. This has been the best doctor experience I’ve ever had!
More than 1 year agoKirsten B.Verified patient
Office locations
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Samara S. Churgin, MD
617.6 mi · 71 East 77th Street, Suite 1A, New York, NY, 10075
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Samara S. Churgin, MD
635.0 mi · 825 Northern Blvd, Suite 300, Great Neck, NY, 11021
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Samara S. Churgin, MD
660.4 mi · 400 West Main St, Suite 120, Babylon, NY, 11702
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
Popular visit reasons
Cheek Correction
Dermabrasion
Hair Loss
Hand Problems
Plastic Surgery Consultation
Spine Deformation / Scoliosis
Surgery Consultation
Tissue Grafts
Cheek Correction
Dermabrasion
Hair Loss
Hand Problems
More about Dr. Samara Churgin, MD, FACS
Dr. Samara S. Churgin is a distinguished double board certified surgeon, specializing in cosmetic, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and general surgery. She has received a fellowship in cosmetic surgery from New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai. She is affiliated with more than a dozen hospitals and surgical centers on Long Island and in Manhattan. She looks after the communities of Babylon, Great Neck and Manhattan, and is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery as well as the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Churgin is highly regarded and respected by both colleagues and patients. Patients visit her for a spectrum of reasons, including body sculpting, all breast surgery, liposuction, Mohs surgery, and scar revisions.
Dr. Churgin received her medical degree from George Washington University. She completed her residency in general surgery at New York University Elaine A. and Kenneth G. Langone Medical Center. Additionally, she completed another residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Cleveland Clinic. She also completed her studies in breast surgery at Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Churgin is fellowship-trained in cosmetic surgery at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. She is among the leading plastic surgeons in the country and is a specialist in the restoration of figure, form, and function. She has been awarded the ‘Patients Choice Award’ and the ‘Compassionate Doctor Recognition Award’. She has also been voted Vital’s Top 10 Doctor.
Dr. Churgin believes that looking good and feeling good go hand-in-hand and encourages her patients to leave their concerns and approach their treatment with positivity. She holds herself to the highest standard of care and is dedicated to creating a satisfying patient experience for every individual.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - George Washington University, Doctor of Medicine
New York University Elaine A. and Kenneth G. Langone Medical Center, Residency in General Surgery
Cleveland Clinic, Residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Cleveland Clinic (Breast Surgery)
The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, Fellowship in Cosmetic Surgery
University of Pennsylvania (Bachelor's)
Practice
Samara S. Churgin, MD
Affiliation
Huntington Hospital
Lenox Hill Hospital
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
North Shore University Hospital
South Shore University Hospital
Plainview Hospital
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
Syosset Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Plastic Surgery
American Board of Surgery
Professional memberships
American College of Surgeons
American Medical Association
American Medical Student Association
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Committee of Interns and Residents
National Association of Professional Women
New York State Medical Society
Nassau County Medical Society
Suffolk County Medical Society
New York State Society of Plastic Surgeons
The Medical Society of the State of New York - The Young Physicians Section
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Glenn D. Arvan, MD Surgical Research Grant
Kane-King-Dodek Obstetrical Society, George Washington University School of Medicine
Student of the Year Award for Outstanding Achievement in Obstetrics and Gynecology, George Washington University School of Medicine
Honor on Clinical Rotations at George Washington University School of Medicine; General Surgery Subinternship at NYU, Surgical Oncology Subinternship at Mount Sinai, General Surgery Subinternship at George Washington, Transplant Surgery at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, General Surgery Clerkship, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Primary Care, Critical Care Medicine
Graduation with honors, George Washington University School of Medicine
Admissions Committee, George Washington University School of Medicine
Graduation with Honors in Anthropology, University of Pennsylvania
Honors Thesis in Anthropology, University of Pennsylvania
Dean's List, University of Pennsylvania
Superintendent's Award for Outstanding Academics
Science Achievement Award
US National Achievement Academy Mathematics Award
Patient Choice Award 2011
Compassionate Doctors Award
Vitals' Top 10 Doctor
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Female
NPI number
#1356518286
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.68
Wait time
3.88
Bedside manner
4.76
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76 reviews
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Dr. Churgin is a caring, careful and skilled surgeon. Her manner with me as her patient was very thoughtful and thorough.
February 15, 2017Scott F.Verified patient
Wonderful doctor; excellent in making further recommendations, if reason for visit is outside her competence.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
VERY INFORMATIVE. SHE SEEMS TO CARE ABOUT THE PATIENT MORE THAN THE $$$$. APPERICATED HER KNOWLEDGE INSIGHT.
January 29, 2013Deend M.Verified patient
Beautiful office. Really friendly/helpful staff. The doctor explained everything very carefully.
More than 1 year agoHelly S.Verified patient
i had a very good consultation with Dr. Churgin, she was very informative & very professional.
January 29, 2018Divina K.Verified patient
The wait time was very long, but Dr. Churgin is very nice and personable, easy to talk to.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Thorough, explains procedures well, highly organized and a lovely bedside manner.
April 7, 2016Linda M.Verified patient
It was a great visit very informative and I look forward to our next meeting.
January 7, 2019Madeline S.Verified patient
She's very nice and a great doctor, only complain is the long wait time.
March 16, 2017Genesis W.Verified patient
Nice lady, very knowledgeable about issues relating to plastic surgery.
January 21, 2017Ogo E.Verified patient
She was very pleasant she listens and went trough every detail with me
More than 1 year agoLinda M.Verified patient
Amazing. Very nice, patient and understanding. Will be back!
July 5, 2017Tiffany C.Verified patient
Excellent communicator...spent a great deal of time with me.
June 2, 2016Frank F.Verified patient
I don’t even know where to begin. Every time I’d visit her office there was a 30+ minute wait. Although her staff were sweet but she was quite the opposite. I went ahead and went ahead with surgery going against my gut feeling. My biggest regret was following through with surgery with her. After the surgery I left with the same issue but with scars. After addressing my issue with her post surgery she truly could care less and made it seem like it was all my fault. I would NEVER IN MY LIFE RECOMMEND HER!
August 24, 2020Chastity C.Verified patient
She was amazing and so helpful
May 1, 2019Kiara R.Verified patient
The doctor is great, the office is very nice, and I was seen on time. The only issue was the appointment lasted 3 hours because the office manager likes to chat...and chat....and chat...
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Pleasant professional staff
October 29, 2018Emmanuel O.Verified patient
I made an appointment for post op care from a surgery I did with another surgeon and I know my insurance covers it bc it already has with a different plastic surgeon ive been seeing for post op care but just wanted a female this time, but they swore my insurance didn't cover it which I know firsthand is 100% falsehood
August 6, 2018Initials hidden
My visit was absolutely amazing! Dr. Churgin and her staff were so helpful, attentive, and accommodating. They worked with my insurance company to make sure I’m getting the best prices and spoke with me through the whole process over the phone every step of the way. I would 100% recommend to anyone. This has been the best doctor experience I’ve ever had!
More than 1 year agoKirsten B.Verified patient
Dr. Churgin seemed to very knowledgeable about a breast reduction procedure but seemed to be a little too arrogant. For example she said my breast reduction would get denied by my insurance company and I would have to see a chiropractor for at least 3 months for it to even get approved. I went to see another doctor after the visit and at first the coverage got denied but then was approved upon appeal. Dr. Churgin, on the other hand, told me that even with an appeal it would not get approved. She seems like a good doctor but for me it seemed like she just did not want to try hard enough and just brushed me off.
July 5, 2018Initials hidden
The doctor took so much time with me and did not rush me out. She made me feel comfortable, and let me ask a ton of questions without a cloud of judgement. Highly recommend!
May 30, 2018Lindsay P.Verified patient
This was my first time meeting her and both her and her medical assistant were lively, and I felt comfortable. Dr. Churgin told me exactly how the procedure will go and what I needed to do in the mean time. I’m still breastfeeding so she recommended that we wait a few months before operating. The Manhattan Office is modern and chic. Dr. Churgin made me feel like I knew her forever! I put off having a breast reduction before because I didn’t feel like the surgeon cared about me but Dr. Churgin was so down to earth and funny!!! Looking forward to my breast reduction.
January 29, 2018Sacred M.Verified patient
Did not take my insurance even though website and zocdoc said she did. I was talked into taking the appointment anyway and that they would find a way to work it out with my insurance. Had to bring cash for the consult which was not covered by insurance. No one really knew what they were doing there with insurance. It seemed like every step of the way was new and insurmountable for them. Maybe they're just not used to people having insurance? Unclear. The doctor herself was nice and seemed competent but it was such a disorganized mess other than that.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very professional.
October 23, 2017Shanae T.Verified patient
Ive had a few consultations, dr churgin was by far the best! She took time to build rapport (not just "how is the weather"). She also made me feel comfortable and ensured i understood exaclty how things would turn out. Highly reccommend paying the consultation fee, you get what you pay for!
July 21, 2017Jenna L.Verified patient
Dr. Churgin was excellent-very friendly, answered all my questions, and even showed me great before and afters of someone with a similar procedure. Highly recommend this office.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
While meeting with Dr. Churgin this evening, we covered a lot of information. Dr. Churgin answered every question I had and made me feel confident in making my decision. I didn't feel rushed; I did feel important.
June 6, 2017Sonia G.Verified patient
Dr. Churgin was very good in explaining how the procedure and the stops that needed to be done. I didn't feel belittled or feel like my problem was trivial. She answered my questions in all entirerity and never left feeling confused. You won't regret to to see her. P.s wait time was a little long but it was because of the paper work. Tara(?) the assistant at front was really sweet
More than 1 year agoSonika S.Verified patient
She was nice. Wait time was ridiculous
March 10, 2017Kayla P.Verified patient
Thoughtful and caring doctor.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Nice office staff and very comfortable with Dr. Churgin. She answered all questions and made me feel at ease. I was early for appointment and she was still in surgery so I had to wait but the staff offered me coffee and kept apologizing for the wait. I would recommend going to her. Pleasant visit.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very nice.. honest and helpful.. she cares
February 16, 2017Elizabeth S.Verified patient
Very nice staff they treated me well didn't like the wait time but the overall experience and consultation was exceptional I will recommend anyone to this doctor. Very pleasant staff and pristine office beautiful place when you go in the main office
February 8, 2017Roshorn W.Verified patient
I went through surgery with this doctor in December 2016 after an October 2016 initial consult. She did an excellent job and her office staff is really nice to everyone. Very happy with my choice.
January 6, 2017Initials hidden
Dr. Churgin was simultaneously professional and down to earth. I felt very comfortable with her. She answered all my questions thoroughly - I felt as if I was in very good hands. She was my third consult and it looks like I have found someone I trust to have surgery with..
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
She was very nice and professional. I did not feel rushed at all. I felt like she really wanted to pick the best choice for me and answer all my questions. I didn't like the wait time but I do feel satisfied with the staff and their kindness and professionalism.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Incredibly happy that I went to Dr Churgin for my procedures (abdominoplasty so far). She's thorough in every aspect of strategizing the procedures I want, patient and detailed in answering the ton of questions I had, and made me feel reassured in my health and well being for every step I've gone through so far. All of her staff is friendly and helpful, and very organized. I'm happy with all my results so far and would recommend her to anyone!
More than 1 year agoChristopher W.Verified patient
It was an initial consultation, so it's hard to say. I liked Dr. Churgin but did not have confidence in her assistant. The assistant was scattered and left very personal information of other patients right on the desk when she wasn't even in the room. I do feel confident that Dr. Churgin is good at what she does.
Also, I made my appointment on ZocDoc but they didn't have me in the system even though I received an email confirmation.
January 8, 2016Katrina M.Verified patient
I would highly recommend Dr. Churgin. I am so glad that I did my research and found her. She is personable, professional and highly talented in her field. The best decision I ever made!
January 25, 2015Initials hidden
My experience exceeded my expectations, dr. Churgin and her staff were very helpful and welcoming. From the first conversation with one of the staff I felt I was going to the right place, and that was absolutely confirmed with my visit.
June 10, 2014Monika J.Verified patient
I love Dr. Churgin. She's amazing. Smart, friendly, honest and easy to talk to. I would highly recommend her to anyone who's looking for any plastic surgery.
August 23, 2013Paris A.Verified patient
Dr. Churgin was terrific!!! She was very attentive, warm and friendly. I did not feel rushed during my consultation. Dr. Churgin was very patient with me...( I asked so many questions). Her staff was also amazing! They were helpful and caring. I would absolutely recommend Dr. Churgin.
January 20, 2014Ariana D.Verified patient
Dr Churgin is absolutely fantastic - incredibly honest and friendly during my consultation. Same goes for her staff as well. Highly recommended!
September 12, 2013Initials hidden
The staff is sooo sweet. Called me to confirm my appointment and worked with my insurance to make sure I get the appropriate medical attention I needed. It's very difficult to find an office with good staff now a days who aren't rude, or mean. They are very nice and considerate here.
April 17, 2013Mariane P.Verified patient
I LOVE Dr. Churgin. She was everything the reviewers here said she was - nice, direct, warm, honest, and informative. She was everything I wanted her to be. I am very excited to be working with her. Plus, her entire staff is warm and friendly and welcoming. I cannot recommend her highly enough.
June 28, 2013Initials hidden
I had a keloid on my side burns, but my first excision with a different surgeon failed and my keloid returned and even bigger than before. I decided to do my homework and research a better surgeon. I had booked about 5 surgeons to see but after meeting with Dr Churgin, I was certain she was going to do a great job. She had general knowledge about the procedure. She did operate and had a scar revision. The follow up has been great, not only did I have my pretty face and smile restored, I also got back my confidence. She has polite and courteous staff. I will definitely recommend her.
September 13, 2012Evans M.Verified patient
November 15, 2019Olga R.Verified patient
September 20, 2019Brandon S.Verified patient
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Which hospital is Dr. Samara Churgin affiliated with?
Dr. Samara Churgin is affiliated with Huntington Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, and Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Samara Churgin work with?
Dr. Samara Churgin works with Samara S. Churgin, MD.
Where is Dr. Samara Churgin's office located?
Dr. Samara Churgin has 3 office locations, including in Babylon, Great Neck, and New York, view full addresses on Dr. Churgin's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samara Churgin have?
Dr. Samara Churgin is certified by American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Samara Churgin?
Dr. Samara Churgin frequently sees patients for Hair Loss, Hand Problems, Plastic Surgery Consultation, Spine Deformation / Scoliosis , and Surgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Samara Churgin on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Samara Churgin speak?
Dr. Samara Churgin speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. Samara Churgin in reviews?
76 patients have reviewed Dr. Samara Churgin. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.68/5. They have a 4.76/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.88/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.