Dr. Richard Whelan is a colon and rectal surgeon in New York, New York and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Lenox Hill Hospital at Northwell Health, Long Island Jewish Medical Center at Northwell Health and West Side GI. He received his medical degree from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Richard Whelan has expertise in treating colonoscopy, colon removal, among other conditions - see all areas of expertise. Dr. Richard Whelan accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross, United Healthcare - see other insurance plans accepted.