Expertise:
Proctology, Colorectal Surgery, Pelvic Floor Physiology Testing and Treatment, Consulting for IPRO Case Review for Quality and Insurance Appeals
Hobbies/Sports:
Singing Classical and Cabaret
Education Degrees:
MD, Cornell University, Medical College (1988); Residency, New York Hospital; Colorectal Fellowship, Ferguson Clinic; Laboratory Research, Thomas Jefferson University; Clinical Research Fellowship in Pelvic Physiology; Bachelor of Arts in Biochemical Sciences, Harvard University, Cum Laude
Affiliations Awards:
New York Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons; American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons; AWS; American Medical Association; American College of Surgeons
Expanded Biography:
Nicole J. Kafka, MD is a Board-Certified General and Colon and Rectal Surgeon, with a practice limited to Colorectal Surgery. In practice since 1998, she is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and an Attending Surgeon at both Beth Israel Medical Center and Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Kafka received her undergraduate degree with honors from Harvard University and her medical degree from Cornell University. She completed her training in General Surgery at The New York Hospital and in Colon and Rectal Surgery at The Ferguson Clinic, in Grand Rapids, MI. She also completed Post-Doctoral Fellowships in Molecular and Cell Biology of Colon and Rectal Cancer at Thomas Jefferson University and in Pelvic Floor Physiology at The Lahey Clinic. <br>
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Dr. Kafka is a published author in her field. She is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, in which she serves on several committees. She is a past-Vice-President of the Women's Medical Association of New York City and a Council Member of the New York Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. She has been interviewed for print publications, and appeared on the radio and on television.
Highlight of career?:
The most gratifying aspect of her career is knowing she is making her patients feel comfortable.
Charity:
Various Society Committee Work; AS and CRS Website and Publication Consultation
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her communication skills and training.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
She became involved in the profession because she had an interest in the field and wanted to make a difference.
Extended Bio Profile:
Dr. Kafka is Currently Putting Together a Cabaret Show in New York City.