Jie J. Yao, MD

Need a surgical center in Manhattan? Head to Jie J. Yao, MD, tucked above Delancey Street in a quiet stretch of the Lower East Side. This two-floor clinic handles everything from outpatient procedures to diagnostic checks—no hospital stay required. Surgeons here tackle everything from hernia repairs to gallbladder removals; cosmetic options like eyelid lifts and mole removals are also on the table. Recovery suites and imaging tech live on-site, so tests and follow-ups can happen without shuffling between offices.

Parking along Delancey can be tricky midday, so factor that in. The building sits between Essex and Ludlow, close to the F train stop at Delancey/Essex—easy to reach from Brooklyn or Queens. Nearby bodegas and cafes make it simple to grab a coffee or snack before a visit. Foot traffic stays light outside, but the lobby is set back from the street, so it’s calmer than some midtown clinics.

Inside, the pace stays professional; expect concise prep and recovery areas designed for short stays. Cataract evaluations and colonoscopies share space with skin lesion biopsies, so the schedule runs tight but organized. If you’re scheduling a colonoscopy prep consult, call ahead—they’ll confirm timing over the phone and email the prep checklist. Walk-ins aren’t encouraged; slots fill fast on weekdays.

Find the front door at 171 Delancey St, 2nd Floor—buzzer entry, no elevator drama. Need the map? Grab directions here. Questions about insurance? Their staff will walk you through copays when you schedule.