Michael Jureller, MD

As a member of the patient-centered surgical care team at NYU Langone Surgery Associates—Mineola, I perform minimally invasive and robotic surgery to manage conditions of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, gallbladder, bile duct, small intestine, large intestine, and adrenal glands. These surgical techniques involve small incisions, resulting in quicker recovery times and fewer complications. We recommend surgery only when it is the best option for our patients.

I also perform specialized esophageal surgeries, such as hiatal hernia repair to manage gastroesophageal reflux disease, often called GERD, and endoscopy. I have a special interest in conditions affecting foregut organs, such as the esophagus and stomach. This includes implementing the latest treatment advances in esophageal cancer and helping patients address lifelong struggles with heartburn or hernia.

Growing up, I was fascinated by science and medicine, while also drawn to athletics. As I progressed through medical school and specialty training, I found many parallels between surgery and team sports. Any procedure—from the simple to the complex—requires a team of nurses, surgeons, anesthesiologists and other doctors, technicians, and staff. I continue to use all aspects of a team approach to surgery to insure the safest and smoothest outcomes.

Patients are also important members of the team. I am dedicated to continuously learning, and then educating patients about their condition. My goal is to provide them with the knowledge they need to play an active part in their treatment plan, which optimizes their quality of care and outcomes.

I am actively involved in many surgical societies and committees, including the American College of Surgeons, the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, and the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract.