What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
4.91
Bedside manner
5.00
“I have found NYBG to be very Professional and accommodating! I feel very safe to have Dr. Holover do my surgery and would Recommend him to Any body.”
AGMore than 1 year ago
“Pleasant atmosphere courteous professional staff with great bed side manar. From Dr. Holover to the person checking you in - Fantastic experience.”
ABMore than 1 year ago
About Dr. Spencer Holover
Dr. Holover has performed over 1200 Laparoscopic Gastric Bypasses, over 1800 Lap-Bands, and 1500 Sleeve Gastrectomy procedures. He is one of the first and most experienced surgeons on Long Island to perform Single Incision Lap-Band Surgery (SILS). In addition, he has performed over 14,000 surgical endoscopies making him one of the most experienced surgical endoscopists and minimally invasive bariatric revision surgeons (ROSE, Stomaphyx, Esophyx, etc.), in the country.
Dr. Holover has also received the “Patient Choice Award” as one of “New York State’s Favorite Physicians” multiple times as well as having been voted one of the “Most Compassionate Doctors” in the country multiple times. In addition, he was voted one of The Consumer Council of America’s list of “Top Surgeons in the Country”. Dr. Holover is also a New York State Police Investigators Association Police Surgeon and has been featured as an expert guest on CBS News, KJOY, Telecare, and WHPC.
Dr. Spencer Holover received his General Surgery training at St. Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, NJ. He then completed a Minimally Invasive Bariatric Fellowship with pioneering Bariatric surgeon, Dr. Phil Schauer at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. While at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Holover held the academic appointment of Clinical Professor of Surgery, performed cutting edge research, gave presentations at major national meetings, and helped train future and actively practicing surgeons. In 2003-2004, while at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Holover performed the Sleeve Gastrectomy. This makes him one of the earliest surgeons in the world to do this operation.
In addition, he published one of the earliest articles ever written on Sleeve Gastrectomy. The article appeared in a leading laparoscopic-bariatric journal, Surgical Endoscopy, titled “Laparoscopic Sleeve gastrectomy as an initial weight-loss procedure for high-risk patients with morbid obesity”, in April of 2006.
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Popular visit reasons
Abdominal Pain
Gastric Bypass Follow Up
Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Follow Up
Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation
Ozempic / Wegovy (Semaglutide) Consultation
Pre-Surgery Checkup / Pre-Surgical Clearance
Surgery Consultation
Weight Loss Consultation
Abdominal Pain
Gastric Bypass Follow Up
Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Follow Up
Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation
Office locations
Dr. Spencer Holover, MD also offers online video visits for patients
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Mercy Medical Center
- Saint Francis Hospital
- Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
- Saint Catherine of Siena Medical Center
- Saint Charles Hospital
- Mount Sinai St. Luke’s
- Mount Sinai South Nassau
Board certifications
- American Board of Surgery
Education and training
- Medical School - St. George's University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Fellowship in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery
Professional memberships
- American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
- New York State Police Investigators Association
- New York Medical Society
- American College of Surgeons
Awards and publications
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
- "Laparoscopic Sleeve gastrectomy as an initial weight-loss procedure for high-risk patients with morbid obesity" -Published April 2006
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1952346157
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.91
Bedside manner
5.00
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FRONT DESK WAS GREAT AND WELCOMING. DR. HOLOVER WAS VERY CLEAR WHEN EXPLAINING AND GOING OVER THE PROCESS AND PROCEDURES.
More than 1 year agoKR
I've had nothing but excellent treatment from Dr. Holover and his staff!!!
More than 1 year agoGL
I have found NYBG to be very Professional and accommodating! I feel very safe to have Dr. Holover do my surgery and would Recommend him to Any body.
More than 1 year agoAG
Pleasant atmosphere courteous professional staff with great bed side manar. From Dr. Holover to the person checking you in - Fantastic experience.
More than 1 year agoAB
I was extremely pleased with my consulatation with Dr. Holover. Very knowledgeable meetings with the psychologist and nutritionist as well. They really prepared me for all the steps for my gastric sleeve surgery.
More than 1 year agoMP
My surgeon was Dr. Holover. He was straight to the point. Open, honest discussion in a respectful way. Very glad I chose New York Bariatric Group. I understand my procedure and I'm ready to get healthy and take control of this weight.
More than 1 year agoNV
Great medical staff and office, wonderful and warm experience from start to finish. The Doctor and staff provided excellent and professional service care.
July 27, 2022Diana C.Verified patient
Everyone on their staff is great! Super helpful and informative! They're very understanding and eager to help on your weight loss journey! Always a wonderful experience! Dr. Holover is an angel with a gift to save lives! So grateful for such a wonderful experience!
More than 1 year agoMC
Dr Holover was pleasant and extremely thorough with explaining my procedure and answered all my questions. Nice to see doctors still take time to talk and explain things.
More than 1 year agoJJ
Dr Holover and the staff have been very friendly and educational through my whole journey. I would recommend him and his office location t anyone interested in bariatric surgery.
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Which hospital is Dr. Spencer Holover affiliated with?
Dr. Spencer Holover is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center, Saint Francis Hospital, and Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Spencer Holover work with?
Dr. Spencer Holover works with New York Bariatric Group.
Where is Dr. Spencer Holover's office located?
Dr. Spencer Holover has 5 office locations, including in New York, Roslyn Heights, and Farmingdale, view full addresses on Dr. Holover's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Spencer Holover have?
Dr. Spencer Holover is certified by American Board of Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Spencer Holover?
Dr. Spencer Holover frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, Pre-Surgery Checkup / Pre-Surgical Clearance, Surgery Consultation, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Spencer Holover on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Spencer Holover speak?
Dr. Spencer Holover speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Spencer Holover in reviews?
32 patients have reviewed Dr. Spencer Holover. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.91/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.