What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.29
Average wait time
4.34
Bedside manner
4.27
“The only issue I had was that Dr. Cernea was on vacation so I saw another Doctor Who was excellent, but I was taken by surprise.”
Initials hiddenLess than 3 months ago
“I was seen by Spencer and he’s amazing as is Jennifer. All of my questions are answered and they’re very thorough. Thank you for helping me today.”
Sarah S.March 31, 2025
About Dr. Dana Cernea
Patient-centered and focused on comprehensive assessment of genetic predisposition to disease and implementation of prevention strategies. In addition to Internal Medicine services, which include acute (sick) care and preventive services such as yearly physicals with comprehensive testing, the practice offers a wide range of clinical services under one roof: nutritional counseling, weight loss programs (with and without drug therapy), consulting specialists for gastroenterology, cardiac testing, pain management, as well as ultrasound exams. I earned my Doctor of Medicine from the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, completed my internship there, and pursued a residency in Preventive Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Peripheral vascular disease
Diabetic emergency
Chronic high blood pressure
Upper respiratory Infection (URI)
Chronic diabetes
High cholesterol
Peripheral vascular disease
Diabetic emergency
Chronic high blood pressure
Upper respiratory Infection (URI)
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Hackensack University Medical Center
Board certifications
- American Board of Preventive Medicine
Education and training
- Medical School - State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Doctor of Medicine
- State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center (Internship)
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Residency in Preventive Medicine
Awards and publications
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Languages spoken
- English
- French
- Spanish
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1699877084
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.29
Wait time
4.34
Bedside manner
4.27
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Dr. Cernea was very good at diagnosing my ailment promptly. She is very friendly and informative.
October 17, 2025Initials hidden
Long term patient. Listens to my concerns & works with me.
March 24, 2026Catherine G.Verified patient
Great experience as a new patient. Staff and Doctor were very professional and helpful. Would recommend!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I had a good experience they took me in fast and everyone was nice the energy was good definitely recommended.
January 10, 2023Christopher A.Verified patient
The doctor was amazing … with her care and expertise made me switch to her as my PCP ?
October 17, 2023Brenda J.Verified patient
I can honestly say everyone was so nice to me. I didn't wait long nice and smooth I loved it
July 12, 2021Diana I.Verified patient
This doctor was clear and direct with me about her expectations I appreciate that.
December 7, 2022Kesha R.Verified patient
Great doctor , listened to the symptoms and explained everything carefully .
September 21, 2022Maria P.Verified patient
The only issue I had was that Dr. Cernea was on vacation so I saw another Doctor Who was excellent, but I was taken by surprise.
Less than 3 months agoInitials hidden
I am a regular patient of Dr. Cernea
September 8, 2025Linda M.Verified patient
Excellent provider, staff, and office!
May 27, 2025David M.Verified patient
I was seen by Spencer and he’s amazing as is Jennifer. All of my questions are answered and they’re very thorough. Thank you for helping me today.
March 31, 2025Sarah S.Verified patient
Great experience over all!
February 28, 2025Melanie M.Verified patient
I have been on the lookout for an empathetic and local PCP since I moved here in 2020…this just might be the place I’ve been looking for. I was seen by Spencer, the physicians assistant, which was a bit of a surprise, but it turned out beautifully.
He was incredibly professional, honest, a phenomenal listener, empathetic, kind, and thorough.
Regarding the annual exam, it included a urine test as well as the expected blood test. They ask you to book a second visit in 2 weeks to review results.
I asked Jennifer if we could do the blood test while I was waiting to be seen so I could eat some breakfast and she accommodated.
Jennifer, Spencer, and the doctor are all amazing people. I did get the chance to meet the doctor in the hallway after my appointment and she was warm and very kind.
There are a couple of plants in the office, too! That made me real happy.
More than 1 year agoSarah S.Verified patient
Very accommodating
January 6, 2025Sherry Ann N.Verified patient
Great experience
December 23, 2024Debra B.Verified patient
Overall bad experience and did not actually get to see the doctor. Appointment was made the week prior and confirmed again over the phone on the morning of, but office was "closed" for lunch during my appointment time. Arrived 30mins before appointment time and waited 15mins after, total wait of 45mins, and no one bothered to come to the front desk to assist. Could not wait any longer and left before seeing the doctor.
July 1, 2024Initials hidden
Professional
February 5, 2024David M.Verified patient
Seeing an internist as primary care for the first time, I found the second visit filled with in-office preventative tests and good health information. This is a wonderful discovery. I really appreciate this.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Booked on ZocDoc and received a call to come in hour later which was okay. Caller stressed that this was not an urgent care and if my intention was for primary care. I had answered this on ZocDoc.
Office is nice, clean and comfortable. Completed paperwork and short wait to room. Nurse was very pleasant. Longer wait for doctor (although no patients other than myself). Doctor is to the point and spends time documenting information on forms I’d completed earlier, as she hadn’t reviewed previously.
Bloodwork results lead to a follow up to “determine what plan will be and if this is the right office for you.”
Appointment was fine but did not feel very welcomed, much concern or really heard. Maybe it was just an off day?
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Place was clean and everyone was very friendly
January 22, 2023Joseph S.Verified patient
Really awful. She denied my request for her to fill in a simple gap request so that I could have a home birth and the midwife to be covered by gap insurance. She didn’t understand the process, wasn’t open to learning or helping me even though she’s my doctor, she was condescending and rude, easily triggered and emotional and then hung up on me ! Never heard that before. Super unethical.
December 12, 2022Alisa M.Verified patient
Fabulous! I had to have paperwork and vaccines for school completed last minute. I was able to get a same-day appointment through ZocDoc and have everything I needed to be done. They worked with me to collect records from a previous PCP and even emailed me the forms I needed when the blood work came back so I can have them ASAP in addition to mailing them out. I was very impressed with the PA and the whole team.
I am also a very hard stick when it comes to blood draw. They managed on the first try. No bruise was left and it was painless!
I hate writing reviews but this doctor and her team really saved me in a pinch and were beyond fabulous in answering my questions. I went in nervous and that was instantly alleviated by her amazing team.
December 7, 2022Ilana P.Verified patient
Very unfriendly office staff.
October 19, 2022Robert S.Verified patient
I went there for a particular reason and the doctor 0 concern over my primary purpose of the appointment. She was concerned that I was the last appointment of the day and she wanted to get out of there. I had Arash in private areaI needed her to address and she dismissed my request. I've never been this disrespected by I'm woman in the medical field in my life. it seems like I'm not the first person you felt that way from the response I got from physician assistant that was on duty. one bright note the girls she has working there are outstanding hard-working young ladies
January 27, 2022James G.Verified patient
I liked Dr. Cernea and her staff. The office is clean, modern and efficient. Dr. Cernea explained her overall approach to me and. was personable. There must have been a slight mix up in the scheduling because there. was no one there to register with for over 20 minutes. But once I was in their system, all went well. I recommend!
January 4, 2022Initials hidden
Very professional and courteous
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Echoing a similar experience, had a physical done and everyone was very nice and professional. However, the way they billed the insurance made me feel disappointed.
Instead of the normal way of whole physical on first visit, follow up to go over results on second visit, they separated the actual physical into two visits. This way, they could bill the second visit as a regular visit which isn't covered under the annual physical. I was also unaware they would submit for non preventative tests, so I was billed for that as well. Usually physicals are a uncomplicated complete covered process, so I was saddened by my experience here.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Good service I like it very much
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Which hospital is Dr. Dana Cernea affiliated with?
Dr. Dana Cernea is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Dana Cernea work with?
Dr. Dana Cernea works with DC Medical Care.
Where is Dr. Dana Cernea's office located?
Dr. Dana Cernea's office is located at 266 Harristown Rd, Glen Rock, NJ 07452.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dana Cernea have?
Dr. Dana Cernea is certified by American Board of Preventive Medicine.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Dana Cernea?
Dr. Dana Cernea frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, Arthritis, Illness, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Dana Cernea on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Dana Cernea speak?
Dr. Dana Cernea speaks English, French, and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. Dana Cernea in reviews?
83 patients have reviewed Dr. Dana Cernea. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.29/5. They have a 4.27/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.34/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.