What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.94
Average wait time
4.96
Bedside manner
4.85
“Couldn’t chosen a better professional. I felt super comfortable talking about myself, great lister, calm. Love working with Alex”
Leonardo V.August 1, 2024Video visit
“Excellent professional! Compassionate and kind, as well as knowledgeable.
Y muy bueno para quienes hablamos español!”
Gabriela M.July 12, 2024Video visit
About Alexander Peguero-Medrano
Focus areas
Psychiatric Medication Management
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic
Identity
Gender
MaleSexuality
StraightEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know Alexander Peguero-Medrano
I am a board-certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner with experience in psychiatry since 2012, beginning my career as a registered nurse. I earned my master's degree in psychiatric nursing from Hunter College, City University of New York, in 2017. I have worked in acute care settings as an emergency room nurse practitioner providing psychiatric consultation services, as well as in outpatient clinics caring for individuals of all age groups. My focus is on medication management while offering psychoeducation, support, and empathetic understanding of your needs.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I offer a comprehensive approach to understand your needs and provide resources as part of psycho-education. I only offer medications if we agree together it may be beneficial or you have failed alternative forms of treatment like psychotherapy. I would not prescribe without informing you of the risk vs benefits of treatment. If you’re prescribed medications, I can either continue the form of treatment or help you manage your medications if there are any changes with your mental well-being. Prior to our initial session, I would like to speak briefly about your needs by phone and can speak with you for up to 15 minutes at no extra cost.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Initial session involves talking about past and current symptoms. I believe that symptoms are multi factorial and can be exacerbated by many stressors in life. Follow up sessions involve managing medications if they’re prescribed and discussing any new or persistent symptoms. I offer brief therapy at subsequent follow-up sessions and often recommend some form of psychotherapy with another provider.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $400 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $200 for 30 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
- Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- City University of New York, Hunter College, Master's in Psychiatric Nursing
NPI number
1033647623
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.94
Wait time
4.96
Bedside manner
4.85
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Excellent professional! Compassionate and kind, as well as knowledgeable.
Y muy bueno para quienes hablamos español!
July 12, 2024Gabriela M.Verified patientVideo visit
Alex has been responsive, professional and personable. I highly recommend his services. Easy to schedule with him too
More than 1 year agoSF
Alex is fantastic. Extremely caring and very attentive to my concerns and needs. Would gladly recommend him to anyone
More than 1 year agoDL
Alex is helpful and informative and goes into detail as needed when answering questions
More than 1 year agoAT
Excellent
Takes time to come up with best treatment plan
More than 1 year agoDP
Couldn’t chosen a better professional. I felt super comfortable talking about myself, great lister, calm. Love working with Alex
August 1, 2024Leonardo V.Verified patientVideo visit
Very good listener and understanding
May 31, 2024Laura N.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Peguero-Medrano is truly the best psychiatrist I have ever worked with. He works hard to find solutions that work for you and isn’t so medication-oriented. He leaves it as a choice to the patient rather than the only path of discussion. I am so grateful I found him!
More than 1 year agoLB
Alex Medrano is knowledgeable, asks the right questions to ensure the best method of care, patient, calming, supportive, accommodating and listens intently. A true professional. Since starting sessions a couple months ago, there’s already a major improvement, new meds are now working and I feel better after each session. Highly recommend..
More than 1 year agoGP
Alex is the best!
More than 1 year agoRR
Alexander Peguero-Medrano, NP of Psychiatry is amazing! He is thoughtful, patient, attentive, well-versed in pharmacology and genuinely cares. I leave our appointments feeling heard and understood. I am sincerely grateful to have found him and to be in his care.
More than 1 year agoER
I have been seeing Dr. Alexander for a close to a year now and having him as a doctor, I never feel pressured. It’s like talk to an old friend he is awesome !
More than 1 year agoEP
My visits with Alex are always a great experience. He is very accommodating, always on time, extremely understanding and professional. He has been a lifesaver in my maintenance and recovery, and after seeing more psychiatrists then I can count, I finally found the one who has not given up on me.
More than 1 year agoVR
Alex is diligent and reasonable while also being caring and understanding. At the same time Alex is blunt and will go through every procedure possible to cross out any possible diagnosis before officially finding the one that effects you. You will be pushed but for the better and if you aren't ready to help yourself it will be harder for both parties! I reccomend Alex if you want genuine help and I'd reccomend him even more if you didn't have to go through stony brook system besides that hes a gem !
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What are common reasons for patients to see Alexander Peguero-Medrano?
Alexander Peguero-Medrano frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Alexander Peguero-Medrano on their profile.
What languages does Alexander Peguero-Medrano speak?
Alexander Peguero-Medrano speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Alexander Peguero-Medrano in reviews?
32 patients have reviewed Alexander Peguero-Medrano. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.94/5. They have a 4.85/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.96/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.