Providing Expert Surgical Care and Weight Management Solutions
About Dr. Defnet
Dr. Defnet is Board Certified in General Surgery and Obesity Medicine, with advanced training in Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques, including the DiVinci Robot. She works tirelessly to assure her patients are comfortable with their care plans, and is always available to answer any questions or concerns.
Medical School: Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine - Maywood, IL - 2012
General Surgery Residency: NYU Langone School of Medicine- New York, NY- 2019
Fellowship in Minimally Invasive and Advanced GI Surgery: Emory University - Atlanta, GA- 2020
Services
Gallbladder Surgery
Inguinal Hernia Repair
Ventral Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia Repair
Incisional Hernia Repair
Appendectomy
Lipoma Removal
Cyst Removal
Gastric Reflux
Hiatal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
General Surgery
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
Revisional Surgery
Lap Band Revision
Lap Band Management
Bariatric Surgery
Anti-Obesity Medications
GLP1RA
Wegovy / Ozepmic (semaglutide)
Zepbound / Mounjaro (tirzepatide)
Phentermine
Combinations
Others
Nutritional Services
Weight Management Solutions
Schedule your appointment
Schedule your appointment with Dr. Defnet today and experience the highest standard of personalized care. Our expert team is committed to assisting you through your surgery or weight loss journey.
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1060 5th Ave #1B
New York, NY 10128
Appointments: 212-988-8269
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30-16 30th Dr., Floor 3
Astoria, NY 11102
Appointments: 718-626-0707
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44-01 Francis Lewis Blvd.
Bayside, NY 11361
Appointments: 718-717-0218
Patient Reviews
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"This provider is amazing. She spoke WITH me and not at me it was an engaging conversation and very collaborative excellent provider. Also, feels like family going to this office. You don't just feel like a number but truly given individualized care and concern."
2/10/2025
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"This woman. All I can say is WOW! Hands down, the BEST! From her bedside manner to her knowledge. She put me at ease, she made me laugh, she made me feel comfortable and answered all of my questions and anticipated the ones I had. She walked me through everything and made me feel secure in her hands. Onenofntje BEST doctors I have ever come across!"
10/31/2025
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"Dr. Defnet is very easy going but very thorough and went above and beyond to take care of my condition, efficiently, effectively, effortlessly and with compassion."
1/26/2024
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