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Dr. Robert Winchell, MD

Dr. Robert Winchell, MD

General Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Winchell, MD is a general surgeon in New York, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 2006. He is affiliated with medical facilities Newyork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital and Weill Cornell Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Locations

Practice

Trauma, Burns, Acute and Critical Care520 E 70th St # 8 New York, NY 10021
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(212) 235-1519

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Winchell specializes in the areas of Critical Care Surgery & General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Winchell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Winchell

4.8
26 ratings, 20 with a written review
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Excellent!
This was my first appointment with Dr. Robert Winchell and he was kind, knowledgeable, professional and patient. I initially met with his PA who was incredibly calming and thorough … then Dr. Winchell joined us and we developed a comprehensive health plan - I feel so fortunate to have them both on my team!
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 09, 2025
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very professional
I was very nervous at first but Dr. Winchell and his assistant made me comfortable. I felt secure.
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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Feb 28, 2025
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Pleasent, very knowledgeable, great bedside manner. I would highly recommend
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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Feb 29, 2024
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Telehealth
Professional, kind, responsible, helpful. I strongly recommend for everyone. He is the best. Also, I am appreciative his team, specially Anita Sunderesh. She is responsible, always answering my calls, helpful and kind. Thank you for everyone!!!
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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Inna Khasina – Dec 02, 2023
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Consummate Professional
I’ve had appoints with Dr. Winchell in the past and has always been thorough. attentive, and personable.He will go the extra mile to make sure his patients receive the care they need.
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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Eric White – Nov 11, 2023
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Surgery consultation
My visit with Dr. Winchell was excellent. I found him to be very patient- he listened to all my questions and offered that I should call his office if I had more questions to ask; he took the time to explain in detail what my options are; he is extremely knowledgeable and is held in high regard by the hospital so I felt very confident in his findings and knew that I was in great hands. Lastly I believe he is truly a 'healer' and genuinely cares. I highly recommend him!
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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Catherine B. – Oct 18, 2023
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review
visit was great he is very thorough and doesnt rush and listens to all concerns and addresses them
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 17, 2023
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Gall Bladder
An expert who oversaw what I was told was a difficult gall bladder operation. Kept me informed before my operation and the results and aftercare before I went home.
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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May 12, 2023
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Doctors visit
Had a great visit with Dr winchell.Very informative. I was able to leave with all the answers I needed. I would recommend this doctor highly. I will keep in touch with him for future 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Diego Desoto – Nov 05, 2022
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Absolutely recommend!
Great bedside manner and highly experienced.
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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Nov 05, 2022
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Strongly recommended
The Dr. Robert Winchell, MD is a very experienced and caring professional, Knowledgeable and friendly . This is the best doctor and excellent office staff. Thank you for his help and understanding. Aneta Narinskaya
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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Aneta Narinskaya – Sep 02, 2022
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Easy explanation of procedures and post op. Excellent office staff and his NP Anita.
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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Jul 10, 2022
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Dr. Winchell is an excellent doctor and surgeon. He is empathetic and offers whatever time I need to understand my condition, to ask questions and to offer a range of options. I heartily recommend Dr. Winchell to the community at large.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Marc – Feb 20, 2022
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Knowledgeable, friendly unrushwd discussion of my medical case.
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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Dr Arnold J Cohen – Oct 11, 2021
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My visit was a follow up from an emergency room visit. Dr. Winchell schedule an appendectomy.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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Alison – Jul 26, 2021
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My visit went very well and I would definitely recommend Dr Winchell to any of my family and friends if they needed a surgeon. He very through in explaining what needs to be done
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Rita Paragone – Mar 21, 2021
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It was awesome fast and knowledgeable doctor and staff. Wonderful bedside manner.
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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Jan 18, 2021
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Excellent Doctor explained Everything that was done during my husband’s surgery and did not rush out of appointment. He answered all the questions we had.
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
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Gregory Koss – Oct 29, 2020
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Excelent service.
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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Angelica Kenny in Astoria-Queens, NY – Jul 07, 2018
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This is the best doctor I have ever come in contact with. Over a year after performing my bowel obstruction surgery, Dr. Winchell continues to provide excellent care to me and continues to always be there for me whenever I need a check up. He is a true gentleman and the absolute ideal of a knowledgable, respectful, capable, and kind doctor. I cannot thank Dr. Winchell enough for his unwavering support as I have struggled with adhesion pain since the surgery. I can't recommend Dr. Winchell enough
What went well
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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New York, NY – Jul 12, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Winchell is an internationally renowned expert in care of the critically injured and the development, design, and operation of trauma systems. He is the G. Thomas Shires II Professor of Surgery, Professor of Medical Ethics in Medicine, and...read more
  • General Surgery

  • Trauma Medicine

  • Critical Care Surgery

  • Trauma Surgery

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  • Yale School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2006
  • Ucsd Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991
  • Ucsd Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1990
  • Ucsd Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
Critical Care Surgery
General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Newyork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital

    170 William St
    New York, NY 10038
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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  • Weill Cornell Medical Center

    525 E 68th St
    New York, NY 10065
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards
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