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Dr. Eli Anker, MD

Dr. Eli Anker, MD

Vascular Surgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Eli Anker, MD is a vascular surgeon in West Islip, NY and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1972. He is affiliated with St Charles Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 50 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (50 reviews)

Practice

754 Montauk Hwy West Islip, NY 11795

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(631) 422-0909

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Dr. Anker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Anker

4.6
50 ratings, 36 with a written review
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Office Manager accused my husband, who was a patient of lying and self treating. When he proved her wrong, he received a photo copied letter (no original signatures) and on copy paper telling him the office would no longer treat him! She would not even give a message to his Dr or the PA-C so he could speak with them. Office Manager is rude and condescending! Wonder if the Dr is aware she is terminating his clients, because of verbal disagreements!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
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Li Vadmer – Aug 22, 2018
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What an amazing doctor and office. From the moment I met Dr. Anker I knew I had chosen the right vascular doctor. His easy going bedside manner and his willingness to answer all my questions gave me such confidence. His diagnosis and his in office treatment were spot on. My leg pain has been cured. Thank you Dr. Anker for giving me back my life!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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David in Lindenhurst, NY – Jul 17, 2018
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Dr. Anker has been the only vascular surgeon my husband and I have seen for the past 10 years. We initially went there with circulation problems which other doctors were managing poorly. A friend of ours recommended Dr. Anker and we have been so thankful. He is very different as a doctor with both compassion and knowledge. Our leg problems have remained cured and we continue to see Dr. Anker for check ups. He and his staff are wonderful!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 07, 2018
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From the moment I walked into Dr. Anker's office I knew I was referred to the right doctor. A friend of mine told me that I would be impressed and I was. His office is beautiful and his office staff is friendly and helpful. Dr. Anker was confident and knowledgable. He explained my problem in easy to understand language. He then cured my problem with an easy procedure he did in a special room in his office. I see Dr. Anker regularly to make sure that my problem doesn't come back.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Susanj – Mar 09, 2018
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What a great facility Dr. Anker and Dr. Chu have. They have two surgery suites where they do their vascular cases. I was so pleased that I didn't have to go to the hospital. They fixed my leg problem with a stent and I was home an hour later. I have never been treated better in a doctor's office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Ralph in Pkainview, NY – Jul 12, 2017
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I am so thankful to have found Dr. Anker after reading his excellent reviews on web sites. I have him to thank for saving my mom's leg. Other vascular surgeons had recommended an amputation. Dr. Anker restored blood flow to her leg by doing a procedure in his office. My mom continues to do well in a nursing facility. Thank you Dr. Anker, Dr. Chu and staff!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Jan in Jericho, NY – May 31, 2017
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I have to really thank Dr. Anker for taking such good care of my father who is in a nursing home. Dr. Anker was able to help heal my father's leg open sore by treating his poor circulation. That sore was present for more than six months. Dr. Anker's staff was also so professional and caring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Andrew in Amityville, NY – Apr 28, 2017
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I wish to let potential patients who need to have vascular surgery that they need to look no further. My experience with Dr. Anker and his office was top rate. Instead of having to deal with the bureaucracy of a hospital, I was treated in Dr. Anker's in-office, state-of-the art surgery suite. Instead of undergoing general anesthesia, my surgery was performed under local anesthesia. I was mildly sedated but felt NO DISCOMFORT during the procedure. I give Dr. Anker my highest recommendation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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harv in New York, NY – Apr 08, 2017
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I want to thank Dr. Anker for being a wonderful doctor and for always being caring and helpful. He takes the time to listen to my problems. He has been a vascular surgeon for a long time and you can trust what he recommends.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Jennifer in North Babylon, NY – Mar 28, 2017
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I want to thank Dr. Anker for not only being a wonderful doctor but for being caring and helpful. He takes the time to listen to my problems. He has been a vascular surgeon for a long time and you can trust what he recommends.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Jennifer in Huntington Station, NY – Mar 28, 2017
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A wonderful doctor, has always made me feel really comfortable. You can tell he is very experienced and capable. His staff is very efficient and compassionate. I would recommend him highly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Alfred in Babylon – Feb 21, 2017
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I am recommending Dr. Anker because he is both a wonderful doctor and vascular surgeon. He has always really listened to me and focused on my problems. I owe him a lot because he has been responsible for maintaining my circulation. I love his office and the people who work there.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Arlene S in North Babylon, NY – Jan 12, 2017
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Dr. Anker has been my and my wife's vascular doctor for a long time. We see him for routine office visits and we always feel well taken care of. We both had stent procedures placed into our legs to treat blocked circulation. We thank Dr. Anker and his entire staff for their compassion and expert care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Lenny T in North Babylon, NY – Dec 11, 2016
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Dr. Eli Anker and his wonderful staff have been taking care of my circulation for years. Dr. Anker cured my leg pain and coldness more than five years ago. He was able to insert stents into my arteries to open up my blockages. I am so happy with Dr. Anker's abilities and his bedside manner. I will continue to recommend him to everyone I know who has circulation problems.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Anna G in East Islip, NY – Oct 03, 2016
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I was first told to see Dr. Eli Anker by my doctor and by a few friends. I feel fortunate to call him my vascular surgeon. He and his staff are so knowledgeable and very accommodating. I am also thankful because the procedures I needed to open my leg circulation have been easily done in his office. I would not go to anyone else.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Walter in Lindenhurst, NY – Sep 20, 2016
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Dr. Eli Anker is one of the most compassionate and knowledgeable doctors I have met. He was able to fix my bad circulation soon after my first office visit. He placed stents in my leg during a procedure he performed in his special office suite. I was so happy that I didn't have to go to a hospital. His office and his staff are also top notch. People with circulation problems who I have told to see Dr. Anker have also been very happy with that decision.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Steven in Huntington, NY – Sep 02, 2016
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I recommend Dr. Anker to anyone who needs a wonderful vascular surgeon. He was able to diagnose and treat my circulation problem years ago. He also has a great bedside manner and his staff is very attentive.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Barbara G in Huntington Station, NY – Jul 11, 2016
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I have Dr. Eli Anker to thank for saving my mother's leg. She has been in a nursing home for the past four years. She developed a foot wound and gangrene which wouldn't heal despite care from several doctors. Dr. Anker found my mother to have an arterial blockage which he fixed right in his office. My mother's leg then healed and has been normal. Thank you Dr. Anker - a great vascular surgeon!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Barbara in Huntington, NY – Jul 07, 2016
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One of my friends recommended that I see Dr. Anker years ago because of my leg pain. I was being treated by a pain management doctor but was still having pain and I wasn't able to walk well. Dr. Anker immediately diagnosed my problem as poor circulation due to blocked arteries. He restored my circulation with stents that he placed during an office procedure. I have continued to do very well and I see Dr. Anker regularly. Now I tell everyone about Dr. Anker and his expert treatment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Bill E in Sayville, NY – Jun 25, 2016
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I saw a different vascular surgeon first who did not help me. Fortunately my doctor and a few friends told me to see Dr. Anker who they said was an excellent vascular surgeon for many years. They were right! I was so impressed by Dr. Anker and his office from the very beginning. He was able to fix my bad circulation a few days after my initial visit. He was understanding, kind and very knowledgeable. I have continued to see him regularly to maintain my circulation and keep me going.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Joana in Brooklyn, NY – Jun 07, 2016
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Dr. Eli Anker, MD is a vascular surgeon in West Islip, NY and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1972. He is affiliated with St Charles Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Vascular Surgery

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  • Newark Beth Israel Medcial Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Montefiore Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • Montefiore Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1973

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1972
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Locations

Practice

Edward H. Cussatti M.D. PC LLC754 Montauk Hwy West Islip, NY 11795
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St Charles Hospital

    200 Belle Terre Rd
    Port Jefferson, NY 11777
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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