
Eugenius J Harvey, MD
Surgery, Bariatric Surgery
About Me
Dr. John Harvey – Board-Certified Bariatric, General, and Trauma Surgeon in New York City; Board-Certified in Obesity Medicine.
Dr. John Harvey is a board-certified general surgeon with over 20 years of experience in bariatric surgery, weight loss management, general surgery, and trauma surgery in New York City. He has performed more than 1,500 bariatric procedures, including complex primary and revisional weight loss surgeries, with a track record of excellent outcomes and patient safety.
Dr. Harvey specializes in minimally invasive surgery, using the latest laparoscopic and robotic techniques in areas such as foregut surgery and hernia repair. His commitment to advanced surgical care ensures faster recovery times and improved patient satisfaction.
Specializing in Comprehensive Weight Management
Dr. Harvey has a strong clinical interest in comprehensive weight management and is board-certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine. He develops personalized treatment plans combining:
• Lifestyle modification
• GLP-1 receptor agonists (e.g., semaglutide, tirzepatide)
• FDA-approved weight loss medications
• Endoscopic weight loss procedures
• Metabolic and bariatric surgery
His goal is to help patients achieve and maintain their weight loss goals through safe, effective, and sustainable treatment pathways.
Leadership and Education
Dr. Harvey is Associate Director of the Advanced GI Minimally Invasive & Bariatric Surgery Fellowship Program at the Mount Sinai Health System, where he trains medical students, residents, and fellows in advanced surgical techniques and comprehensive obesity care.
He also serves as Unit Medical Director of the 8 East Surgical Unit at Mount Sinai Morningside, collaborating with nursing leadership in a dyad model. Using LEAN methodology, Dr. Harvey leads initiatives to improve patient safety, staff well-being, and operational efficiency. He was honored with the Department of Nursing’s Physician of the Year Award in 2022.
Referrals and Online Presence
Dr. Harvey welcomes referrals from across the five boroughs of NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and New Jersey. Patients consistently rate him highly on platforms such as:
• Google
• ZocDoc
• HealthGrades
• Doximity
• Facebook
• YouTube
Whether you're seeking expert surgical care or comprehensive weight management, Dr. Harvey is committed to delivering personalized, evidence-based treatment with compassion and excellence.
Language
Position
Hospital Affiliations
- Mount Sinai Morningside
- Mount Sinai Beth Israel
- The Derfner Foundation Ambulatory Surgery Center
- Mount Sinai Brooklyn
- Mount Sinai Queens
- The Mount Sinai Hospital
- New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
- Mount Sinai West
About Me
Dr. John Harvey – Board-Certified Bariatric, General, and Trauma Surgeon in New York City; Board-Certified in Obesity Medicine.
Dr. John Harvey is a board-certified general surgeon with over 20 years of experience in bariatric surgery, weight loss management, general surgery, and trauma surgery in New York City. He has performed more than 1,500 bariatric procedures, including complex primary and revisional weight loss surgeries, with a track record of excellent outcomes and patient safety.
Dr. Harvey specializes in minimally invasive surgery, using the latest laparoscopic and robotic techniques in areas such as foregut surgery and hernia repair. His commitment to advanced surgical care ensures faster recovery times and improved patient satisfaction.
Specializing in Comprehensive Weight Management
Dr. Harvey has a strong clinical interest in comprehensive weight management and is board-certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine. He develops personalized treatment plans combining:
• Lifestyle modification
• GLP-1 receptor agonists (e.g., semaglutide, tirzepatide)
• FDA-approved weight loss medications
• Endoscopic weight loss procedures
• Metabolic and bariatric surgery
His goal is to help patients achieve and maintain their weight loss goals through safe, effective, and sustainable treatment pathways.
Leadership and Education
Dr. Harvey is Associate Director of the Advanced GI Minimally Invasive & Bariatric Surgery Fellowship Program at the Mount Sinai Health System, where he trains medical students, residents, and fellows in advanced surgical techniques and comprehensive obesity care.
He also serves as Unit Medical Director of the 8 East Surgical Unit at Mount Sinai Morningside, collaborating with nursing leadership in a dyad model. Using LEAN methodology, Dr. Harvey leads initiatives to improve patient safety, staff well-being, and operational efficiency. He was honored with the Department of Nursing’s Physician of the Year Award in 2022.
Referrals and Online Presence
Dr. Harvey welcomes referrals from across the five boroughs of NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and New Jersey. Patients consistently rate him highly on platforms such as:
• Google
• ZocDoc
• HealthGrades
• Doximity
• Facebook
• YouTube
Whether you're seeking expert surgical care or comprehensive weight management, Dr. Harvey is committed to delivering personalized, evidence-based treatment with compassion and excellence.
Language
Position
Hospital Affiliations
- Mount Sinai Morningside
- Mount Sinai Beth Israel
- The Derfner Foundation Ambulatory Surgery Center
- Mount Sinai Brooklyn
- Mount Sinai Queens
- The Mount Sinai Hospital
- New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
- Mount Sinai West