Sam Weissman, MD, is a skilled and experienced gastroenterologist located in Brighton Beach and serving the greater Brooklyn, New York, community. Dr. Weissman obtained his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. He then completed his residency in internal medicine and fellowship in gastroenterology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
Dr. Weissman is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine gastroenterology. Dr. Weissman gives each patient his focused attention, and he prides himself on delivering the best treatment available, whether it be for common complaints such as diarrhea and constipation or performing diagnostic procedures. Patients trust his expertise because he consistently provides high-quality care that leads to positive and lasting health outcomes.
After receiving his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Dr. Weissman worked at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New York. During that time, he continued his training in therapeutic endoscopy, gaining expertise in endoscopic tests, esophageal stent placement, and small bowel enteroscopy. He has been a Chief of Gastroenterology at New York Methodist Hospital for almost 20 years, as well as a Chief of Department at Interface Medical Center.
Dr. Weissman accepts most major insurance plans. Here is a list of some of the major insurance plans we accept. If you do not see your insurance plan listed, please call our office to confirm.
Everyone passes gas — about 10-20 times per day. This flatulence is a perfectly normal part of your digestive process. If you find that you’re passing gas far more often, and you feel bloated, it could signal a larger issue.
Most everyone has had an occasional bout of diarrhea that clears within a day or two. There are times, however, when diarrhea is more than just a nuisance and may signal or lead to larger problems.
Your pancreas is an organ that mostly functions quietly under your radar, until something goes wrong. With both acute and chronic pancreatitis, the symptoms are tough to ignore.
"As a recent medical school graduate, Dr. Weissman is the definition of patient centered care a physician should strive for."
"Dr. Weissman's care and relaxing demeanor is sure to ease anybody and everybody. He is an excellent physician but even a finer and kinder person."
"Dr. Weissman is a great doctor, whom is understanding, clear and helpful. I would definitely recommend him to family and friends."
"He is a terrific person, and even more so as a doctor. Dr. Weissman treats his patients as if they were his family members, because to him, that's what they are."
"My experience with Dr. Weissman was wonderful. He was very precise and took his time. I would recommend Dr. Weissman took everyone."
"Spoke in a clear way for me to understand everything. The doc was very considerate considering the type of examination He cares about his patients."
"Doctor Weissman is a very good doctor, he answered all my questions and was kind to me and my wife."
