Emergency General Surgery

Patients throughout New York City and the region entrust Weill Cornell Medicine for urgent surgical problems because our surgeons are highly qualified, trained and nationally recognized as being leaders in the field.

Our team of specialized surgeons are highly skilled at performing all types of emergency general surgeries, including complex surgeries, rapidly. In addition, we provide minimally invasive options for many of the surgeries.

Expert, Immediate Surgical Care Available to All

Our trauma surgery experts are always ready to help those in need with compassionate, expert care. We provide emergent surgical care for everyone, regardless of insurance.

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, our team gained the reputation as experts in caring for the most critically ill patients. We continue to adapt to provide the highest level of care for all trauma or emergent situations.

We have the largest private EMS (emergency medical service) in the region, providing emergency response through the 911 system. Our patients can access our full-service Emergency Departments throughout Manhattan.

Conditions We Care For

Our team is prepared to provide immediate, highly skilled care for every urgent case. Our team commonly treats severe abdominal pain, appendicitis, cholecystitis, intestinal perforation, intestinal obstruction, abscess, intestinal ischemia, hernias or internal bleeding. 

Our two Manhattan locations include the most advanced technology and equipment to evaluate, treat and support healthy recovery.

Request an Appointment

To request an appointment, please fill out our form. Our staff will help you find the physician who best fits your individual medical needs.