His areas of expertise include burn surgery, burns, and intensive care. Dr. Bessey is professionally affiliated with Weill Cornell Medicine. He graduated from the University of Vermont College of Medicine. For his residency, Dr. Bessey trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Alabama. He is an in-network provider for several insurance carriers, including Coresource, United Healthcare Compass, and POMCO. He has received the following distinctions: New York Super Doctors; One of America's Top Doctors; and Rated one of New York Magazine's Best Doctors.