Two CRSSNY Surgeons Named to Newsweek’s America’s Leading Doctors 2025

For Immediate Release — Garden City, NY, October 14, 2025 — Colon & Rectal Surgical Specialists of New York (CRSSNY) is proud to announce that Dr. Dean P. Pappas and Dr. Frank Caliendo have been named to Newsweek’s America’s Leading Doctors 2025 in Colorectal Surgery. This prestigious recognition highlights both surgeons’ expertise and commitment to excellence in colorectal care.

The Newsweek America’s Leading Doctors list recognizes physicians who have demonstrated exceptional skill, patient care, and contributions to their medical specialties. The inclusion of both Dr. Pappas and Dr. Caliendo among the nation’s top colorectal surgeons reflects their dedication to providing advanced surgical care and their commitment to improving patient outcomes in the greater New York area.

As board-certified colorectal surgeons at CRSSNY, Dr. Pappas and Dr. Caliendo specialize in comprehensive colorectal care, including preventive screening, early detection, and advanced treatment options. They serve patients from CRSSNY’s Garden City and Melville locations, utilizing the latest medical technologies and techniques to deliver personalized, compassionate care.

This dual recognition underscores CRSSNY’s position as a leader in colorectal health services in the New York region. The practice continues to prioritize patient-centered care and remains at the forefront of colorectal medicine through its team of experienced specialists.