Dr. Rafael Sezan, MD

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Get to know Internist Dr. Rafael Sezan, who serves patients in Oceanside, New York. 

Attributing his success to hard work and a love for his profession, Dr. Sezan is an internist who has over three decades of experience in his field. Currently, he is affiliated with Mount Sinai South Nassau in Oceanside, New York. 

Mount Sinai South Nassau is an award-winning, 455-bed, acute care, not-for-profit teaching hospital that provides a wide variety of medical care, excelling in cancer care, cardiac and orthopedic services. The dedicated staff serves the entire South Shore, from the Rockaways in Queens to the Massapequas and beyond. The hospital is committed to providing quality, comprehensive, and easily accessible health care services to all residents of the South Shore communities in a manner that reflects a culture of excellence; personalized, culturally competent care; and innovation.

Dedicating his life to providing the highest standard of quality and compassionate care to his patients, Dr. Sezan earned his medical degree from Samarkand State Medical Institute in Uzbekistan. After relocating to the United States, he completed his internship at NYU Langone Medical Center in New York City. Wanting to further his training, he completed his residency in internal medicine at NYU Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY.

Among the doctor’s professional affiliations, he is a member of the American College of Physicians, the American Society of Internal Medicine – Alabama Chapter, and the American Hospital Association.

Internal medicine or general medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being. 

Outside of the office, Dr. Sezan enjoys watching  hockey and spending quality time with his family. 

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