Lawrence Silverberg, Author at Best General Surgeons NYC

We are honored and deeply appreciative to have consistently received prestigious awards and recognition year after year, establishing us as one of New York’s foremost hospitals for a wide range of general surgeries, safety measures, specialized procedures, and overall excellence in healthcare. At Lenox Hill Surgeons, our unwavering commitment lies in delivering exceptional care and… Continue Reading

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Dysphagia

Doo you have Dysphagia? Do you often choke or cough while swallowing food? Do you take more time than others to chew or swallow your food? Is the swallowing process painful for you? If yes, then you possibly have Dysphagia, or swallowing difficulties. You may not have faced such problems before as swallowing problems are… Continue Reading

Gallstones

Gallstones are not stones. Instead, they are pebble-like solid pieces of digestive fluid that form in the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped pouch, found just beneath the liver, on the right side of the abdomen. The small organ stores digestive fluid called bile that flows from the liver to your small intestine. The… Continue Reading

Appendicitis

Appendicitis is one of the most common factors responsible for abdominal pain, which can lead to surgery. More than 5 percent of people in the US experience appendicitis at some point. However, the pain most often occurs in people aged between 10 and 30. Appendicitis is the inflammation of a 3.5-inch long appendix tube that… Continue Reading

Pancreas Surgery – What to Expect

Pancreaticoduodenectomy – what a mouthful! This long word is the technical name for one of the most common pancreas surgery procedures. Also known as the Whipple procedure, this surgery involves removing a diseased section of the pancreas. But what even is the pancreas? Why do we need it? And what should you expect if you need… Continue Reading

History of Hernia Repair

You may think that hernia repair surgery is a relatively recent concept. And why not? Many people may view hernias as minor, insignificant problems. However, hernias can develop into serious, potentially life-threatening issues if left on checked. For centuries, people have been aware of just how dangerous a hernia can really be. Since ancient times,… Continue Reading

Hernia Repair Surgery – What to Expect

There are many different types of hernias; inguinal, femoral, umbilical, incisional, and more. Regardless of the exact diagnosis, every hernia has a few things in common. First and foremost, every hernia causes pain and discomfort. Whatever the location of the hernia, every hernia repair surgery has many similarities. If you are planning a hernia repair… Continue Reading

Gallbladder Surgery – What to Expect

Although it is just a small organ, the gallbladder is used in the effective processing of food and nutrients. However, there are a few specific circumstances in which some or all of the gallbladder must be removed. Gallbladder surgery is one of the most common surgeries in the world. But what does the gallbladder actually… Continue Reading

Appendix Surgery – What to Expect

The exact purpose of the appendix is relatively unknown even to modern science. Some experts believe it to be a sort of “home” for healthy bacteria that can be used to fight off dangerous invading cells. Other believe that the appendix does nothing, that it is simply a mass that no longer has a physical… Continue Reading

Esophagus Surgery – What to Expect

The esophagus is an essential aspect of digestion. Without it, you couldn’t naturally deliver food from your mouth to your stomach. However, there are some times where surgery needs to be performed on the esophagus. How does the esophagus work? What can go wrong and how can surgery help? What is recovery like for esophagus… Continue Reading

What are the Symptoms of a Hernia?

A hernia is a painful condition, so you no doubt want a quick answer to that question, “What are the Symptoms of a Hernia?” Unfortunately, this answer will greatly depend on your own assessment of yourself. In order to correctly identify a hernia, there are a few specific signs you should be looking for. If… Continue Reading

Abdominal Hernia Repair

Abdominal hernias account for hundreds of thousands of surgical procedures every year. Even within the category of abdominal hernias, there are many different hernias that can occur. In addition, everyone will present a little bit differently with regard to how their hernia affects them. You may wonder, though, what exactly is a hernia? How can… Continue Reading

Causes & Symptoms of Hernias

Hernias are widely common, with almost 2% of the population suffering from hernias. This may seem like a small number, but in the United States of America alone that adds up to around 600,000 people dealing with hernias. But what exactly is a hernia? What causes so many people to have hernias? And how does… Continue Reading

Small Intestine Surgery – What to Expect

The small intestine is actually a very long and essential organ for daily function. Measuring around 20 ft in full-grown adults, the small intestine responsible for the majority of digestion. However, there are times that part of the small intestine must be removed. In these cases, a small intestine resection, or surgery, can be completed.… Continue Reading

Liver Surgery – What to Expect

The little is one of the most important organs in the body, responsible for filtering blood and detoxifying. However, under certain circumstances, the liver or some suction thereof must be removed from the body. But what exactly does the liver do? Why would the liver need to be removed? And what should you expect from… Continue Reading

Dysphagia Surgery: Steps, Benefits, Side-Effects, Precautions & Prognosis

Dysphagia Surgery Some functional and anatomical abnormalities of the esophagus or the pharynx can cause dysphagia which is essentially a fancy medical term to indicate difficulty swallowing. This condition can be successfully treated by surgical procedures. Also, surgery is recommended when dysphagia is found to be associated with esophageal carcinoma, and compression of this organ… Continue Reading

Colorectal Cancer Surgery: Steps, Benefits, Side-Effects, Precautions & Prognosis

Colorectal Cancer Surgery When cells and tissue of your rectum and colon undergo neoplasm and start metastasizing, you could be diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Approximately 140,000 men and women are diagnosed with colorectal cancer annually which makes the malignancy one of the most prevalent forms of cancer. Surgical intervention is the best and most widely… Continue Reading

Adrenal Surgery: Steps, Benefits, Side-Effects, Precautions & Prognosis

Adrenal Surgery A pair of small glands, each weighing about four to six grams, located just above the kidneys in the rear of the abdomen is known as the adrenal glands. They secrete a number of hormones which are indispensable to sustaining the regular functions of the human body. Adrenal diseases typically manifest when a… Continue Reading

Liver Cancer Surgery: Steps, Benefits, Side-Effects, Precautions & Prognosis

When an area of the human liver is surgically removed, it is known as the liver resection. The most typical reason for such operative procedures is to eliminate metastases of the liver, i.e., liver cancer. Metastases are essentially cancer-causing cells that have propagated from the liver to another area inside the body. Liver resection surgery… Continue Reading

Hernia Repair Surgery: Overview, Types, Precautions & More

Hernia Repair Overview You’ll be considered for a hernia repair surgery if visceral tissues constituting internal organs like the brain, groin or abdomen become herniated. Herniation of the viscera including the abdomen, intestines, heart, and lungs cause these organs to become bulged or swollen, forcing them to protuberate through the walls sheathing them. Two of… Continue Reading

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Mohammed Al-Shafei

September 5, 2023.

One million thank you to doctor Valery Dronskey for performing one excellent Triple hernia surgery at the same time. I was recommended to go to doctor Dronsky by my next door neighbour who had done Robotic bilateral Inguinal hernia by him and he was very happy with his results! I am a 66 years old male. I was diagnosed with left side inguinal hernia 7 years ago by my primary doctor, but when I went to see doctor Dronskey on the first visit he physically diagnosed me with left, and right inguinal hernia and small umbilical hernia. He is a busy doctor and within a month I went for surgery and he repaired for me Triple Hernia in one surgery. Doctor Dronsky may not be perfect but he does perfect work. Now after 4 months of my surgery I feel like 20 years younger and all my pains, suffering, and worries has ended. This doctor cares about his patients and he treats you like family. His office is very nice and clean, his staff are wonderful and when you go for a surgery the hospital is very clean and the staff are amazing. When the nurse took me to the surgery room I felt like a celebrity happy with no fear and everybody in the room tries to make you comfortable. I trust doctor Dronsky’s education, knowledge and experience. He is very smart and a confident surgeon and I wish him best wealth and health. I will recommend him for my family and friends. 5 stars and a moon!

Molly Gozlan

May 16, 2023.

Dr. Dronsky is the best of the best. What I thought was an ER visit for severe back pain turned out to be a weeks stay at the hospital and a gangrenous gallbladder removal surgery. I am a nervous and squeamish patient on a GOOD day so I was a ball of nerves before meeting Dr. Dronsky. His calmness, bedside manner, and obvious expertise put me at ease. Because of the severity of my infection it could have been a very hard recovery, but it really wasn’t. Dr. Dronsky and his team were there for me every step of the way and I am 100% better now. I hope to never need another similar surgery but if I do I will be back to Dr. Dronsky!

Kyle Mobbs

March 18, 2023.

Dr. Dronsky is the BEST!!!

adelina gjoka

October 11, 2022.

Dr. Dronsky brought me back to my former life, something I had missed for 3 years straight. Dr. Dronsky is the only doctor here who took over my health to repair a ventral hernia, an operation that was performed by another doctor in Greece. Because the operation in Greece had gone very badly, a tumor mass was created in the hernia, which worsened my health even more. I went to many hospitals, but no one gave me a solution, except Dr. Dronski with his professionalism made me enjoy full health today. Thank you, Dr. Dronsky, I will be grateful for the rest of my life for the wonderful work you have done. I am lucky that God led me to you. I also thank his team for taking care of my health. I recommend him to anyone looking for a correct and professional doctor.

Panagiotis Manolas

October 5, 2022.

Best surgeons, pleasure to work with !!!

Spencer Barros

December 17, 2021.

I met Dr. Dronsky when I ruptured and infected my appendix which ultimately had to be removed. I had been told by the doctors and nurses during my hospital stay that Dr. Dronsky was one of the best (if not THE best) at what he does…and I understand why he is so praised! He is a very smart man who explains every aspect of the process, which I very much appreciated. I’ve had negative experiences where doctors make all the decisions for you but don’t include you in the process. Not Dr. Dronsky. He genuinely cares about his patients and respects you throughout the entire process. I’m very happy I was lucky enough to have him handle my surgery. And the cherry on top is the women in his office who are incredibly kind, helpful and efficient. The entire team could not have made this experience any easier for me. If you ever have the opportunity to have Dr. Dronsky and his team work with you, jump at the chance!

Darrell Cox

December 8, 2021.

Highly recommend Dr Dronsky, very passionate, and knowledgeable about his work. He explains in detail what is the problem, how to fix the problem and if there is any foreseen situation, he will make the best and most prominent decision on your behalf. Thank you for the courtesy, professionalism and respect!

Dominick Maffei

November 21, 2021.

Had hernia mesh surgery with Dr. Dronsky. Great experience and results. Very professional and caring doctor.

Alexandre Leit

October 15, 2021.

Dr. Dolgopolov The BEST surgeon!!! Did great job to take care of my wounds, did take me to the Operating room multiple times and get infection out of my body, very caring, compassionate and gentle. Also his office staff is extremely professional, especially Nicole, Dawn and Melissa!!! Thank you very much for saving my life!!!

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