Dr. Simonetta Sambataro - MD
Specialties:
- Sports Medicine Specialist
- Physiatrist
(Rehabilitation Medicine)
Insurances Accepted:
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Professional Statement:
I did my residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Saint Vincent Hospital and then joined their PM&R department in 2002 becoming the Associate Residency Program Director.
My particular interests lie in Sports Medicine in which I am also boarded, Pediatric Rehabilitation
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Education:
- Medical School - University of Florence
- Saint Vincent's Hospital (Residency)
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Board Certifications:
- American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Sports Medicine (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Professional Memberships:
- American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- American College of Sports Medicine
Patient Reviews for Dr. Simonetta Sambataro - MD
Competent and really nice!
Dr. Sambataro was patient, answered all of my questions, and was extremely knowledgeable. I highly recommend her!
She was very friendly and listened to my troubles. She recommended that I take supplements for my joint injuries, as well as a list of physical therapists. Office staff was also friendly, would recommend:)
Thorough and very professional.
Dr. Simonetta was very professional and kind. Hardly any wait time.
I found Dr. Sambataro listened to my concerns and wasn't looking to rush me out of the office.
Attentive and sure of my needs.
The initial impression was good. She was attentive and listened to what I had to say. She was very patient in her diagnosis and not rushing through.
Very practical, really good bedside manner and very pleasant and personable. Called the insurance company to sign off on MRI for me, and then called to verify place I was going to. Also, gave me a sheet of other Diagnostic Imaging Offices. Very very pleased overall. Highly recommend. Also, I barely opened magazine in two office visits when I was brought in. Less than 3 mins waiting each time. Very nice receptionist.
Extremely nice, knowledgable, and best bedside manner I've had from a doctor in a long long time. She had great recommendations for my knee problems. Staff/receptionist was extremely pleasant also. Great overall experience. Also I liked that dr had natural supplement options for anti inflammatory drugs etc.
Awesome doctor!
Great experience, very friendly and professional, highly recommended!
Very friendly and knowledgeable! She helped me with a knee injury sustained while training for the NYC Marathon. I didn't think I was going to be able to run it but here we are about a week away and I'm now very confident that I'll be able to complete it.
She's a great doctor, and I'd recommend her to anyone.
Doctor Sambatoro is thorough, thoughtful, and she listens to patients' concerns. No wonder she is one of the best physicians of the year. I highly recommend her. Her office is well located, easily accessible, clean and nicely decorated, and the personnel is very efficient and attentive.
She took time to listen to my symptoms before the physical exam and seemed able to pinpoint the problem immediately. I start PT this week, so we'll see how it turns out.
She was very friendly and helpful during my visit. I will definitely recommend her to someone else.
I really enjoyed my visit with Dr. Sambataro! She was very knowledgeable about sports medicine and conservative treatments. I loved how she prescribed supplements and physical therapy rather than surgery and painkillers! And knowing how difficult it is to navigate healthcare in nyc, she gave many many recommendations for P.T. places to go.
Great experience -- She explained everything, was patient (and gentle) and provided a plan to manage my symptoms and fix the root of the problem. I would highly recommend Dr. Sambataro.
She was very nice and listened to me, did not rush me & did not recommend unnecessary things for my treatment. Will definitely be back!
Great visit... was the best medical experience I've had in New York.
Super professional and very gentle manner. Made me feel very comfortable.
I've had a shoulder pain for a couple of weeks. After the consultation, the doctor prescribed a set of exercises + medicine. After a week, my pain is gone. I appreciate the advice! Thank you
Dr. Sambataro strikes me as a good doctor. She's considered and thoughtful in her questions and examination, conservative in her recommendations, and compassionate in her bedside manner. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone in need of insightful recommendations/help with orthopedic problems. A note on her new office -- she shares a floor with a dentist and another doctor. Turn right out of the elevator to find her office.
She was really nice and also helpful. Her notes prompted my physical therapist to switch up the routine. I'm hopeful that I am on the mend.
Wonderful experience. Highly recommend.
listened to my problems and offered well-thought advice and diagnosis.
Very professional!
She was very professional, with a direct manner which I appreciated.
She was very professional and very caring.
Dr. Sambataro is a wonderful doctor. She is kind, caring, and knows her stuff. She makes me feel very comfortable and is easy to talk to. I highly recommend her.
The front desk staff was very friendly and helpful. Dr.Simonetta was patient and efficient with my examination, highly recommended.
The offices were nicely located but the were run down and ghetto. She did not take credit cards for co-payments. She did perform a through enough exam but I felt like she could have gone a bit farther than she did in examining the problem.
Very good. Gave me great info.
I was very happy with Dr. Sambataro. She was attentive and a good listener.
Dr. Sambataro is awesome. She did not keep me waiting and spent quality time with me. She was extremely knowledgeable and recommended a great plan to help me with my shoulder pain.
Just as great as last time!
She was very attentive and thorough!
Dr. Sambataro is a phenomenal physician! She is extremely easy to talk to, pays close attention to detail, and does a thorough physical exam. She is very knowledgeable, has outstanding experience in sports medicine, and explains treatment plans very well. I was very satisfied with my appointment and will continue to follow up with her on my running-related knee injuries.
Once again, she's so nice and knowledgable.
She was very helpful!
Dr. Sambataro is not only very smart and qualified, she also is really nice and patient. She spent a good 20 or more minutes with me during my consultation, answered all my questions, and thoroughly explained the muscular-skeletal conditions I'm experiencing. In short, she's Awesome, and I highly recommend her.
Very knowledgeable, caring, professional
Personally she was very cordial. Professionally she was very thorough and attentive; I did not feel rushed, and she was very helpful in providing recommended follow-up actions. she even typed them up for me! definitely plan to return for my follow-up.
Dr. Sambataro is a great listener. She took her time and listened to everything I had to say. She answered all my questions and explained everything and she made me feel welcome.
Dr. Sambataro was very friendly and gave me great advice on how to deal with my shoulder pain.
Dr. Sambataro was professional, knowedgable, kind and on time. Nice office + nice staff + nice doctor = great visit. She is highly recommended.
My pulled bicep was killing me. The Dr. suggested was I could continue to work out without damaging the muscle further and prescribed some physical therapy. I really appreciated her help.
Very professional.
Dr. Sambataro was very patient in dealing with my questions and concerns. She was on time and had a professional presence. I happily recommend her.
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