Manhattan Medical Partners is the Gastroenterology practice of Dr. Ron Palmon and Dr. Peter K. Chang.

We specialize in gastroenterology and liver disease, including acid reflux, abdominal pain, irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, diarrhea, swallowing disorders, gastrointestinal bleeding, colon polyps and cancer, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, hepatitis, gallstones, and diseases of the bile duct and pancreas. We perform procedures such as colonoscopy and upper endoscopy with an anesthesiologist.

Our Philosophy

In recent years, most private practices have been purchased by large hospitals or multi-specialty groups, becoming “mega-practices” often owned by private equity corporations. Too often this leads to impersonal service, difficulty contacting your physician, as well as increased charges. We are the only small private GI group left affiliated with the flagship Mount Sinai Hospital. Drs. Chang and Palmon maintain a traditional small-office setting on Park Avenue with a stable and small set of staff members. We respond to phone calls personally and pride ourselves on providing the highest level of service to our patients. This is the way medicine should be practiced, but sadly is become a thing of the past in most cases. We value our patients greatly and look forward to forming a lifelong relationship. Many of our patients are referred by their friends, colleagues, and family members who have had a positive experience with us

INSURANCE

Dr. Palmon is currently taking new patients with Aetna, Cigna, Oxford, United, GHI, HIP, Emblem, 1199, Medicare

Dr. Chang is currently taking new patients with Aetna, Cigna, Oxford (Freedom only), United

Please note that the office is currently an out-of-network provider for Blue Cross. Our office can verify your out-of-network benefits with Blue Cross to determine if you have coverage.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Office visits: there will be a $250 charge for any no-show or cancellation within 1 business day.

Procedures (endoscopy or colonoscopy) for any patient: $500 charge for any no-show or cancellation within 2 business days

New patients: If a new patient visit is a no-show or a cancellation within 1 business day, a credit card will be required to secure another appointment

Phone

(212) 427–9888

FAX

(212) 427-2394

Location

1049 Park Avenue
at 87th Street
Suite 1-C
New York, NY 10028

Hours

M–F 8a–4:30p

Ron Palmon

Dr. Ron Palmon graduated with honors from Brown University, after which he attended New York University School of Medicine. He stayed at NYU for a residency and chief residency in Internal Medicine which included training at Bellevue Hospital, NYU Hospital (Tisch), Manhattan VA, and Memorial Sloan Kettering. After residency, he completed the prestigious Gastroenterology fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York.

Dr. Palmon has published numerous journal articles and book chapters in diverse topics such as inflammatory bowel disease, liver disease and colonoscopy. He has lectured and presented research at both national and international conferences. He maintains a teaching appointment at Mount Sinai School of Medicine where he is actively involved with teaching gastroenterology trainees. Dr. Palmon has the honor of being selected as one of New York Magazine's top gastroenterologists for 2017 and 2019.

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine

Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine)

Education

New York University M.D.

Brown University A.B.

New York University Medical Center, Residency

New York University Medical Center, Chief Residency

The Mount Sinai Hospital, Fellowship

Peter Chang

Dr. Peter K. Chang grew up in New York and attended Stuyvesant High School. He graduated with honors from New York University, after which he attended the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. He remained at Mt. Sinai Hospital for his residency and was selected to be Chief Resident in Medicine. He also completed his fellowship in gastroenterology at Mt. Sinai Hospital and was selected to be Chief Fellow in Gastroenterology.

Dr. Chang has received numerous awards. He is a two time winner of the Consultant of the year award from the Geriatrics Department at Mt. Sinai. Dr. Chang is actively involved in the teaching of medical students, residents and fellows. He has received numerous awards for his teaching from the Mt. Sinai Division of Gastroenterology and Department of Medicine. Dr. Chang was listed as one of New York Magazine's top gastroenterologists for 2013, 2014 and 2015.

Board Certifications

Gastroenterology

American Board of Internal Medicine

Education

Mount Sinai Sch. of Medicine CUNY, MD

Mount Sinai Hospital, Residency, Internal Medicine

Mount Sinai Hospital, Fellowship, Gastroenterology

“The Doctor is a true professional as are all on his staff. I was shown into his office on time. The Doctor asked many questions, all pertinent, and then explained in detail the procedure that he recommended for me and the reasons for it. We also discussed medication options, benefits and risks. Very thorough and inspired a great deal of confidence in his abilities. Thank you Doctor and Staff.”

“Everyone on staff was professional and courteous and nice, and I waited just a few minutes to be see. Dr. Palmon was great, professional and knowledgeable —he explained everything simply and in detail to me, he wanted to hear why I was there, what concerned me, offered advice, took into account family history, and recommended tests he thought would be useful and advised against overtesting. All in all everyone was great.”