Dr. Michael La Quaglia, MD

New York, NY

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. La Quaglia, Surgeon in New York, NY?

Dr. Michael La Quaglia, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. La Quaglia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. La Quaglia’s office at (212) 639-5954.

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. La Quaglia?

Dr. Michael La Quaglia, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. La Quaglia empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Liver Cancer, Neuroblastoma, Surgical Oncology, Wilms' Tumor, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. La Quaglia is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

Is Dr. La Quaglia board certified as a Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Michael La Quaglia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. La Quaglia speak?

Dr. La Quaglia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. La Quaglia typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. La Quaglia diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. La Quaglia. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Cancer
Connective Tissue Disorder
Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
Connective Tissue Cancer
Soft Tissue Cancer

ICD-10 Codes:

C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. La Quaglia typically perform?

As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Michael La Quaglia may include:

Please contact Dr. La Quaglia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. La Quaglia accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. La Quaglia's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. La Quaglia's office located?

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Pediatric Surgery

1275 York Avenue, 9th Floor

New York, NY 10065

(212) 639-5954

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What hospitals are Dr. La Quaglia affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. La Quaglia has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center,New York, NY

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 5 Procedures

What is Dr. La Quaglia's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. La Quaglia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871573071.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. La Quaglia?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. La Quaglia

What is Dr. Michael La Quaglia's specialty?

Dr. La Quaglia is a Surgeon near New York, NY.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Michael La Quaglia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. La Quaglia is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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