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Debra Palmer, PA-C

Debra Palmer, PA-C

Physician Assistant
43 Main St #1, Farmingdale, NJ
4.98
“Wonderful experience. Dr. Palmer was amazing. She listened to me and was clear and concise with her findings. The staff is super friendly and caring. The office was an easy drive from my home and there is ample parking. ”
Danielle S.March 3, 2026
Highly recommended
98% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.98

Average wait time

4.79

Bedside manner

5.00
“Wonderful experience. Dr. Palmer was amazing. She listened to me and was clear and concise with her findings. The staff is super friendly and caring. The office was an easy drive from my home and there is ample parking. ”
Danielle S.March 3, 2026
“I was seen very quickly after I arrived. The staff was very friendly from start to finish. The doctor listened to my description of the surgeries I had had several times. She double-checked everything on the form that I had filled out. Dr. Palmer ordered bloodwork, sent in a prescription, wrote referrals for a mammogram and a colon cancer screening. We disgusted weight loss injections and the number of times I will need to come into the office if I start them.”
Tina S.September 25, 2025

About Debra Palmer

Debra Palmer first discovered her passion for medicine in the U.S. Air Force. Her role, as a medical technician, was the inspiration for her future career. She put herself through school, earning an undergraduate degree in physics, then worked as a teacher while raising a family. When her youngest graduated high school, she enrolled in the Yale School of Medicine’s Physician Assistant Online Program. “It was time to pursue my dream,” she said. She chose primary care because of the opportunity to build a rapport and relationship with her patients. “I love the idea that the Farmingdale office has been here for a very long time,” she said. “It has that family and community feel that was important to me. I wanted to work in a warm, welcoming place.” Patients appreciate that she takes the time to get to know them and listen to their concerns. “I want my patients to feel comfortable, so that they can tell me anything,” she said. “Building relationships is part of building that trust.” She also is known for her thorough explanations. “I am proud of my teaching background, and I think it helps me understand people and how they learn. I think that makes me a better provider.” She’s also noticed that her varied background helps her connect with so many people. “I’m a military veteran, a teacher, a cancer survivor, and a mom,” she said. “I have aging parents. I understand what my patients might be experiencing, and that along with my medical training, helps me to guide them.” When she’s not working, Debra enjoys DIY construction and woodworking. She and her husband have renovated several houses including their current home.

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Popular visit reasons

Annual Physical
Arthritis
Bladder Pain / Interstitial Cystitis
Foot Consultation
Gallstones
Illness
Iron Deficiency
Sports Injury
Annual Physical
Arthritis
Bladder Pain / Interstitial Cystitis
Foot Consultation

Office location

Vanguard Medical Group
43 Main St #1, Farmingdale, NJ 07727
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Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Education and training

  • Yale School of Medicine, Master's in Medical Sciences
  • Georgian Court University (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

  • American Academy of Physician Assistants

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1669235743

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.98
Wait time
4.79
Bedside manner
5.00
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Verified patient
Debra was thorough, pleasant, and very easy to talk with. She took the time to listen, and she cared about what I was saying.
Debra answered all my questions is pleasant and efficient. My perscriptions were immediately sent to the pharmacy.
I had the most wonderful experience with Dr Palmer. Very caring, knowledgeable, attentive and caring.
Great bedside manner, listened and extremely helpful!
First time meeting Debra. Debra was thorough and efficient. Very warm and I felt comfortable
Very thorough wonderful communicator highly recommend dr Palmer and vanguard med thank you
Always feel comfortable talking to Debra. Takes away the anxiety of going to the doctor.
My first visit with Debra went well! She was attentive, pleasant and concerned.
Debra was great, professional, pleasant and throurough in her examination!
Really great, very knowledgeable and extremely patience and kind
Debra was very helpful and spoke to me about my recent concerns
Detailed and compassionate! All staff members are very kind
She has a great personality, and takes her time with us
Wonderful experience. Dr. Palmer was amazing. She listened to me and was clear and concise with her findings. The staff is super friendly and caring. The office was an easy drive from my home and there is ample parking.
Verified patient
I was seen very quickly after I arrived. The staff was very friendly from start to finish. The doctor listened to my description of the surgeries I had had several times. She double-checked everything on the form that I had filled out. Dr. Palmer ordered bloodwork, sent in a prescription, wrote referrals for a mammogram and a colon cancer screening. We disgusted weight loss injections and the number of times I will need to come into the office if I start them.
Verified patient
Absolut friggin amazing! Love love love
Verified patient
Absolutely lovely! Very thorough and thoughtful.
Very patient and explained things well.
Very thorough not rushed
Very friendly and informative
It was my first time working with Debbie & I felt comfortable right from the start & it felt like I’ve been seeing her for years. She was extremely patient, responsive, & caring. She was a great listener , kind & reassured me about her care plan & even talked about contingencies if I need further treatment! This was an extremely pleasant visit
Sweet knowledgeable doctor
Debra was great. Medically knowledgeable, researched my condition, examined the area, checked my overall health vitals, and called in a prescription to help me with my issue and pain. Very personable and concerned…Dennis Ventrello
Listened and very thorough
Very understanding and thorough.
Very helpful
She’s so friendly and very thorough
Very caring and professional
Debra - like the rest of the staff at Farmingdale - is knowledgeable, patient, and caring. I never feel hurried or anything other than cared for here. I would recommend Debra and the Farmingdale office to anyone looking for quality primary medical care!
She listens.
Really don’t like going to doctors, but I have no problem at all. Going to see Debbie. She’s great. She knows what she’s doing.
First time meeting Debra. She was extremely nice you felt comfortable right away. She listen to your symptoms and was very knowledgeable. I liked her very much.
Fantastic! Understanding! Patient!
Deborah was thorough and a delight to work with.
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Debra Palmer's office is located at 43 Main St #1, Farmingdale, NJ 07727.

Which board certifications does Debra Palmer have?

Debra Palmer is certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

What are common reasons for patients to see Debra Palmer?

Debra Palmer frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, Arthritis, Foot Consultation, Illness, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Debra Palmer on their profile.

What languages does Debra Palmer speak?

Debra Palmer speaks English.

How do patients rate Debra Palmer in reviews?

45 patients have reviewed Debra Palmer. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.98/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.79/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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