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Dr. Nabil Rizk, MD

Dr. Nabil Rizk, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Nabil Rizk, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in New York, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rizk has extensive experience in Thoracic Surgical Procedures. He graduated from yale University in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities Hackensack University Medical Center and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 95 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (95 reviews)

Practice

1275 York Ave New York, NY 10065

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Dr. Rizk's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rizk

4.9
95 ratings, 72 with a written review
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Excellent Thoracic Surgeon and Staff
Everything went smoothly-from tests and scans to the surgery and to the recovery. The surgery and tests were explained in easy to understand detail and the staff helped make the entire procedure go well.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Francine Eagleson – Feb 09, 2025
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Knowledgeable, professional, capable and kind
My experience with Dr. Rizk and his team was extremely positive. He performed a lobectomy, and was spot-on in describing what he expected to find. He was patient with questions and thorough in answering them. The surgery was straightforward and I felt very well cared for.Lisa, Dr. Rizk's nurse navigator, provided an excellent complement to his surgical skills. She explained what to realistically expect, managed coordination with a follow-up oncologist and made it easy to understand how to reach her and her team when needed.The team's care while I was in the hospital was exemplary. I appreciated being in a teaching hospital, where there was a team of doctors to keep an eye on my case. Their visits were cheerful and informative, and they answered questions clearly. Combined with the fantastic hospital nursing staff, my visit was a lot more pleasant than it might have been.Having a cancer diagnosis is no fun. Having a kind and competent team of healthcare providers softens the blow!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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May 04, 2024
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Dr Rizk and staff gave outstanding information and care. They explained all procedures and follow ups clearly. Everyone was available to answer questions for a nervous patient. Knew as soon as I met him that Dr. Rizk was the doctor I was going to use for my lung cancer surgery. Thanks to him I am cancer free and a 2 time cancer survivor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Ro Y – Feb 11, 2024
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Arsenic Solares
Telehealth
I was made comfortable from day one, Doctor explained the procedure in details, making feel that I made the correct decisions for surgery
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Arsenic Solares – Dec 06, 2023
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Dr. Rizk was recommended by my primary care doctor for a biopsy on possible mesothelioma case. From the first day the doctor and his staff was very attentive and acted very fast on getting everything set up for my procedure, everything was explained and doctor and his staff made sure I knew and was aware of every detail. They always followed up and made me feel very comfortable.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Nov 03, 2023
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Lung - lower nodule 1.7 cm right side removal
Consult, surgery, and follow up very professional, and accommodated our tardiness from the oncologist appt delay. Dr Rizk is a kind, patient surgeon along with his staff
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Harold – Oct 30, 2023
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Great Dr
Dr Rizk explained everything to me on my treatment plan and answered all of my questions. He is very professional and patient.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Oct 30, 2023
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Dr Rizk and whole staff very nice and thorough
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 27, 2023
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Unexceptional Doctor and Staff
A life saving doctor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Lije Ismaili – Aug 22, 2023
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Thank you Lije .
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Five star
Knowledgeable surgeon. Great office staff and nurses
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 14, 2023
Dr. Rizk's Reply –
Hi, thank you so much for the positive review!
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Dr. Rizk is an authentic doctor and human. Thanks to him and his great team, my father was given a second chance of life. Our family is grateful for the outcome of his surgery . Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your excellent work and ethics.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Mayreli Genao – Aug 06, 2023
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Surgery
Dr. Rizk was very through and explained everything in layman’s terms. I would highly recommend Dr. Rizk and his team, to provide you with exceptional care and to put you at ease, with your medical care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jul 18, 2023
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Excellent and caring
He explained my situation in a very simple term , also made recommendations as to what is to follow for the next visits, he also made available contacts for further treatments if necessary.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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May 31, 2023
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Outstanding Surgeon
Dr. Rizk is a very clear communicator, making eye contact when he speaks to you. He is an excellent surgeon supported by an outstanding team of nurses, PA's, interns, whose only concern is the patient's health and comfort. A very positive and caring environment.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 25, 2023
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Great Care with Great Hands
Dr. Rizk was very explicit in his explaining my situation, and Lisa was very helpful in answering all of my quesitons. I highly recommend this physician! Thank you.
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
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Celeste – Mar 04, 2023
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Excellent
Needed surgery for fluid by lung. Dr Rizk and staff explained everything to me and when time for surgery he again explained what was to be done. Surgery went well and post op showed great results. He is a wonderful doctor
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Alan Bernstein – Jan 27, 2023
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Dr. Rizk & his team are great! Lisa was on top of things and always available to answer questions. I highly recommend Dr. Rizk. He is patient and answered every question that I had. My procedure went smoothly, and I am having a good recovery. If I was to ever need a Thoracic Surgeon again, I would not hesitate to return back to Dr. Rizk. Thank you! -Ruth J.
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
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Ruth J – Jan 22, 2023
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Dr. Rizk, Lisa, Maria, Laura and the entire staff were exceptional to deal with. They are very caring, informative and extremely intelligent. I was very pleased with how my treatment was handled by them. Hopefully, I will never have to be back at their office, but if I do, I know I am in good hands!
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
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Oct 20, 2022
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Would definitely recommend
Everyone’s very nice, I felt very taken care of.
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 23, 2022
Dr. Rizk's Reply –
Thank you so very much!
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Good
Yearly follow up
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
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Laura Byrouty – May 13, 2022
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Thank you for your 5-star rating.
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care philosophy

I am a general thoracic surgeon who specializes in thoracic cancers, including lung, esophageal, pulmonary metastases, mediastinal tumors, and pleural mesothelioma. I have a special interest in minimally invasive surgery, both for esophageal and lu
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • General Surgery

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  • Yale University

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Practice

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center1275 York Ave New York, NY 10065
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Practice

Office20 Prospect Ave Ste 701 Hackensack, NJ 07601
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