What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.93
Average wait time
4.89
Bedside manner
4.96
“I saw Dr. Chua as a presenting appt for a colonoscopy. She was awesome! Patient, kind, thoughtful and very thorough. I was seen right away and everyone in the office was great from reception to the nurse who took my vitals.”
Adam R.February 18, 2026
“Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua was very professional, kind, empathetic, a great listener. She made me feel heard and cared for even through a video appointment. ”
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About Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua
*If you are having a medical emergency, please do not book and contact 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.* *COVID-19 UPDATE: Dr. Chua is available for both in-office and telemedicine appointments. Televisits are covered by insurance for all NY State residents, just as a typical office visit would be covered. Our staff will contact you with details after booking.*
Deborah Yvette L. Chua is a considerate and diligent internist specializing in gastroenterology and serving the community of New York, NY. Dr. Chua earned her Doctor of Medicine from Temple University. She completed her residency in internal medicine at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in clinical nutrition at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and a fellowship in gastroenterology at New York University. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania.
Dr. Chua is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology. She is part of Gotham Medical Associates. Her medical career is marked by many outstanding contributions to medicine, including several publications, research, and scientific presentations. She has received the prestigious Dr. Leslie Squires Foundation Compassion in Medicine award and has participated in various scholarship programs, such as the Edith Herrin Trust Scholarship.
Dr. Chua enjoys giving back to her community and has volunteered as an emergency room assistant at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. She is sensitive to the uniqueness of each patient's situation and adapts her consultations and treatment options appropriately to accommodate individual needs and concerns.
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Office locations
Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua, MD also offers online video visits for patients
535 Fifth Avenue, Suite 611 (Entrance on East 44th Street) (1 of 2)
535 5th Ave, 611 (Entrance on E 44th St), New York, NY 10017
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- NYU Langone Health
Board certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine
- Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine)
Education and training
- Medical School - Temple University, Doctor of Medicine
- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Fellowship in Clinical Nutrition
- New York University, Fellowship in Gastroenterology
- University of Pennsylvania (Bachelor’s)
Professional memberships
- American Gastroenterological Association
- American College of Gastroenterology
Awards and publications
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
- Edith Herrin Trust Scholarship,Benjamin and Mary Siddons Measey Foundation Scholarship 2008
- The Dr. Leslie Squires Foundation Compassion in Medicine Award
Languages spoken
- English
- Tagalog
- Chinese (Fujian)
- Filipino
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1629237607
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.93
Wait time
4.89
Bedside manner
4.96
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2125 reviews
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Second time visiting Dr.Chua and she is an absolute pleasure! She always listens to my concerns and is super attentive.
May 22, 2025Janice C.Verified patient
Dr Chua was great - efficient visit and she referred me to a colorectal surgeon for further evaluation.
August 12, 2025Jingwei T.Verified patient
The doctor answered all my questions and made sure I had everything I needed to feel better
November 24, 2025Betsy G.Verified patientVideo visit
She is a great doctor, very nice and knowledgeable. I arrived on time and was seen right away.
September 16, 2025Initials hidden
Doctor chua is so calm caring easy to talk to gets the right things done that you need
I really like her.
April 22, 2025Claudine A.Verified patient
Dr. Chua is an excellent doctor. Extremely knowledgeable, professional caring and kind.
August 1, 2025Robert K.Verified patient
The appointment went well, the doctor was very nice, listened to my questions and answered with compassion.
November 7, 2024Wan Hsin S.Verified patient
Quick and efficient appointment but didn't feel rushed at all. Really kind and considerate staff. Would absolutely recommend.
August 5, 2022Lauren R.Verified patient
Dr. Chua is top tier, 5 star, professional, personable, and seems to really care about her patients.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Super friendly staff and doctor. The doctors listen to all my concerns. It felt very family oriented walking in.
December 1, 2023Veronica N.Verified patient
Great doctor. Very clear communicator and friendly. Took the time to answer all questions. Would highly recommend Dr. Chua.
September 30, 2021Sean R.Verified patient
My appointment with Dr. Chua went smooth. She addressed all my concerns. Other staff was cooperative and friendly.
June 21, 2023Divyanshi D.Verified patient
Dr. Chua truly listened to what my concerns were and provided get support and advice, felt very comfortable during my visit
August 21, 2020Initials hidden
Dr. Chua is very knowledgable, thorough, and organized. The staff was friendly and competent. I feel like I am in good hands.
October 18, 2016Kaira K.Verified patient
Dr. Chua was attentive, informed, and prompt to respond to my inquiries. Highly recommend.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Chua provides excellent service and warm bedside manner. She is very knowledgeable in her practice. I highly recommend.
October 9, 2020Tara C.Verified patient
Dr. Chua was very patient and thoughtful. Took very careful notes. Hopefully we'll get to the bottom of my digestive issues!
August 14, 2017Nathaniel J.Verified patient
Dr. Chua always listens to my concerns, and I never feel rushed. Her calm demeanor is very soothing. Highly recommended!
December 24, 2020Emily B.Verified patient
Dr. Chua was very thorough, knowledgeable and friendly. I went in for a morning appointment, and did not wait long at all.
January 15, 2016Serena K.Verified patient
It was so good to speak with her. I felt cared for and she was listening to my situation and made some good suggestions.
More than 1 year agoRegge L.Verified patient
Dr Chua is great. You can tell she really cares about you. She’s very thurough and very organized. I’m glad I found her!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very professional and kind doctor. Made me feel so comfortable despite the circumstances :) I highly recommend Dr. Chua.
February 8, 2018Manuela M.Verified patient
Dr. Chua was great as was the whole staff. I felt listened to, supported, and comfortable the entire time!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Amazing as always, very pleasant and professional. I will definitely recommend her to anyone of my family and friends!
March 11, 2020Pedro Lionel J.Verified patient
She was very thorough and proactive. Wish I went to a doctor like her earlier, rather than suffering with my symptoms!
February 27, 2020Elizabeth T.Verified patient
Reception was very friendly and doctor was super nice, attentive and knowledgeable.
More than 1 year agoJulia E.Verified patient
Dr.Chua was amazing! She was really understanding and carefully listened to my concerns. I would highly recommend her!
April 30, 2019Ye Eun K.Verified patient
Visit went really well. She took action right away, gave me a referral had her staff draw blood and had me on my way.
January 11, 2019Arminda R.Verified patient
Dr. Chua is very clear and knowledgeable.
I was very happy with my appointment.
April 1, 2025Fabian P.Verified patient
The office is wonderful and Dr. Chua and her medical assistant were great and so thorough. Very happy with my visit!
September 14, 2018Initials hidden
Listened to all my concerns, patient and very thorough. Dr. Chua is amazing! Would recommend to friends and family.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr Chua is fantastic! She listens carefully and really talks you through everything that is needed
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Chua was thorough and listened to all of my concerns and questions. She did not rush me through the visit.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Chua is wonderful and very professional! I was perfectly comfortable with her. I would definitely see her again.
August 29, 2017Initials hidden
She was very informative, friendly and definitely answers all your questions and concerns, her staff is also nice.
July 30, 2020Vidya M.Verified patient
Everyone that works there is very pleasant and efficient. I wish I could have more experiences like that in NYC.
November 2, 2018Brian A.Verified patient
Excellent physician, she was really thorough, caring and very knowledgeable. I wouldnlove to keep her as my GI MD
April 14, 2020Bessie W.Verified patient
Great office and Dr. Deborah Chua is very knowledgeable and professional.
I was very pleased with my visit.
July 26, 2022Fabian P.Verified patient
Office staff was very friendly & office was new & clean. Dr. Chua was friendly & very efficient. Would recommend.
March 28, 2019Erinn C. K.Verified patient
Dr. Chua was super lovely, helpful and personable. I feel totally at ease with her handling my upcoming procedure.
November 28, 2018Maggie C.Verified patient
Dr. Chua is kind, thoughtful, helpful and a good listener. She is a gem! One of the best doctors I've had.
January 31, 2023Howard E.Verified patient
Dr. Chua was extremely polite and professional. She answered all my questions and made me feel very comfortable.
April 25, 2017Initials hidden
Dr Deborah Chua is very friendly, and made the whole process easy and convenient. I would highly recommend her.
December 17, 2020Nina L.Verified patient
She was very nice and gentle. Have a very thorough exam and explanation. So glad I get to see her regularly now.
More than 1 year agoDebra M.Verified patient
She’s an awesome doctor! She listens to your concerns and try her best to give you the best options and advice.
January 2, 2021Vidya M.Verified patient
Everyone was very nice and accommodating. All my questions and concerns were answered. Thank you, Dr. Chua!
March 18, 2022Patricia Louise P.Verified patient
Brilliant, listened to all my symptoms, addressed my concerns and made a plan going forward. Highly recommend!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr Chua is amazing! Always so professional and attentive. Her staff and facilities are always just as good!
November 12, 2021Samuel O.Verified patient
Did not wait long and Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua was very amiable and professional. I highly recommend her!
February 23, 2019Pedro Lionel J.Verified patient
She's so attentive. Takes her time and asks lots of questions. I really enjoyed my interaction with Dr. Chua.
More than 1 year agoMichele D.Verified patient
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Which hospital is Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua affiliated with?
Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua is affiliated with NYU Langone Health.
What practice does Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua work with?
Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua works with Summit Health - NY.
Where is Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua's office located?
Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua has 3 office locations in New York, view full addresses on Dr. Chua's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua have?
Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua?
Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Colonoscopy, Diarrhea, Gastroenterology Consultation, and Hemorrhoids. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua speak?
Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua speaks English, Tagalog, Chinese (Fujian), and Filipino.
How do patients rate Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua in reviews?
2125 patients have reviewed Dr. Deborah Yvette L. Chua. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.93/5. They have a 4.96/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.89/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.