Dr. Donald J. Martinelli, MD

Dr. Donald J. Martinelli, MD

Internist
8306 13th Ave, Brooklyn, NY
4.70
“Great experience, Dr Martinelli was helpful, empathetic, and most of all very knowledgeable in all aspects of clinical care. He didn’t rush or gave a summary patient visit as most doctors do nowadays unfortunately. But he spent more than the usual time with me, personally overseeing all the procedures and tests performed, his staff was professional, caring and properly trained as well. I was very impressed with him and would like to recommend him to anyone. Thank you Dr. Martinelli”
John P.September 3, 2025
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.70

Average wait time

3.99

Bedside manner

4.84
“Great experience, Dr Martinelli was helpful, empathetic, and most of all very knowledgeable in all aspects of clinical care. He didn’t rush or gave a summary patient visit as most doctors do nowadays unfortunately. But he spent more than the usual time with me, personally overseeing all the procedures and tests performed, his staff was professional, caring and properly trained as well. I was very impressed with him and would like to recommend him to anyone. Thank you Dr. Martinelli”
John P.September 3, 2025
“My first visit with Dr. Martinelli was exceptional. He took the time to listen to my situation and he was genuinely concerned and he put me at ease. His staff is professional and treated me with kindness. ”
Nancy C.August 14, 2024

About Dr. Donald J. Martinelli

Dr. Donald J. Martinelli is a skilled and experienced internist. After obtaining his medical degree from Università degli Studi di Roma 'La Sapienza’, he completed a residency from Saint Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center followed by another residency from Saint Vincent's Hospital Medical Center. Additionally, to advance his medical training, he completed a fellowship from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. J. Martinelli currently runs his own practice in Brooklyn, NY. He is also affiliated with the Maimonides Medical Center and the Bensonhurst Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare. Patients seek him for numerous concerns including achilles tendinitis, heartburn, alzheimer's disease and anemia, among others. As he is fluent in English and Italian, patients from various cultural backgrounds seek Dr. J. Martinelli comfortably. He always provides comprehensive care to his patients and emphasizes preventative care for all. Patients feel at ease in his careful and friendly presence.

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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.
Chronic diabetes
Upper respiratory Infection (URI)
Underactive thyroid
Chronic high blood pressure
Asthma
High cholesterol
Chronic diabetes
Upper respiratory Infection (URI)
Underactive thyroid
Chronic high blood pressure

Office location

Donald J. Martinelli, M.D
8306 13th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11228

Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Maimonides Medical Center
  • Bensonhurst Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare

Education and training

  • Medical School - Università degli Studi di Roma 'La Sapienza' Facoltà di Farmacia e Medicina
  • Saint Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center (Residency)
  • Saint Vincent's Hospital Medical Center (Residency)
  • Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Montefiore Medical Center (Fellowship)

Professional memberships

  • Medical Society of the State of New York

Awards and publications

  • American Radium Society

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Italian

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1710926001

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.70
Wait time
3.99
Bedside manner
4.84
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Great staff, Doctor is amazing, very helpful.. Great experience.
Verified patient
The friendliness of the staff and the wonderful doctor!! They are so welcoming.
Needed a new primary for my elderly parents. Very delighted with the visit, I think we found an awesome new doctor.
Verified patient
Was very thorough especially since I am a physician myself (board Certified Internist)
Verified patient
Dr. Martinelli reminds me of an old school doctor. I prefer it that way.
Verified patient
The staff is very courteous and attentive and as always the doctor is very professional and caring.
Happy with the doctor he was ever professional and told me everything he was going to do.
Verified patient
Always attentive and caring! Such an amazing practice!
Verified patient
Doctor was super sweet. took time to listen. office staff was accommodating
Verified patient
great doctor but took 2 hrs from walking into the office to walking out.
Very professional - all staff. Doctor is very thorough, compassionate.
Nice clean waiting area and office. Very friendly.
Verified patient
Absolutely stellar, they even laughed at my terrible jokes
Verified patient
Great experience, Dr Martinelli was helpful, empathetic, and most of all very knowledgeable in all aspects of clinical care. He didn’t rush or gave a summary patient visit as most doctors do nowadays unfortunately. But he spent more than the usual time with me, personally overseeing all the procedures and tests performed, his staff was professional, caring and properly trained as well. I was very impressed with him and would like to recommend him to anyone. Thank you Dr. Martinelli
Verified patient
My first visit with Dr. Martinelli was exceptional. He took the time to listen to my situation and he was genuinely concerned and he put me at ease. His staff is professional and treated me with kindness.
Verified patient
I waited over an hour for an appointment that did not seem like it was even close to happening (based on the number of people that were in the waiting room and then still in with the doctor by that point). The office is NOT nice, neither was the woman at the front desk who wasn’t at all apologetic about the wait. When I told her I was leaving she gave me a blank stare and said nothing. They also wanted to make me pay a copay for an appointment that is 100% covered by my insurance. Wasted over 2 hours of my time commuting and waiting.
Verified patient
Doctor is very good but wait time is terrible
I was good
Verified patient
they are very nice and friendly
Verified patient
One of the best doctors I had for awhile
Verified patient
My visit went very well, staff is very friendly and professional, Dr. Martinelli is awesome he explained to me everything about my test results and accommodated all my requests. My visit was very efficient, I got my check up and my lab work done in the office so no need to schedule a lab appointment. The front desk staff is very helpful and patient, I called several times with questions and requests and they were awesome!
Verified patient
Only been here once but they were super kind.
Verified patient
Excellent bedside manners and such a warm and welcoming personality that makes you feel at ease. Listens to your concerns without judgment.
Very kind staff was taken right away! As a new patient I felt the NP & DR really cared about my concerns and helped me navigate some issues I have been having. They listened and gave great advice and did not push for medication etc. This was so important to me as doctors in the past I felt didn’t listen to me and were quick to write a prescription. I would recommend anyone to go here!! Feels like a real neighborhood doctor and team you can trust!
Verified patient
They were amazing. The Nurse who saw me, and the medical assistant who ran all the tests were incredible. They took their time and were super thorough. Everyone was so sweet and kind. Thank you!
Everything is good
Verified patient
Excellent doctor and caring staff
Verified patient
great medical and support staff!
Verified patient
Wonderful, friendly , comfortable visit.
Verified patient
Dr. Martinelli was wonderful! He was so attentive and took the time not only to listen to my elderly Mother's concerns but to also make her feel at ease. He also called back promptly when we had added concerns and quickly sent out precriptions to help. The staff was also very pleasant and helpful. We are so happy with our new doctor!
Verified patient
Dr. Martinelli is phenomenal! He has a lot of stuff in his office so no need to be sent to other places for it. He listened actively to my concerns and was very clear in his approach and treatment plan. His office is clean, the receptionist were very nice. I am very satisfied with my visit and happy i found him!
Verified patient
The doctor is a great friend of mine right after truly listening to me and doing an analysis and a check up for the following since I had so many anxiety attacks. I am so glad he is an honest human being and so kind. Thank you Doctor for being so sensible and soothing during my worst moments!
Verified patient
Great doctor. The rest of the staff is very disorganized, some are rude, I felt ignored. Took over an hour to pick up school forms
I arrived at 1:09 for a 1:35 appointment. I don’t blame the office for that wait, because I was earlier than necessary just to make sure I could get all of the necessary paperwork done. However, I WILL place responsibility on them for having had to wait until 3:14 pm to be seen. As I checked-in, I was immediately dismissed, told to sit down, and that they would call me when the doctors was ready to see me. I have never been kept waiting for so long, and with a scheduled appointment (which they confirmed via phone call two days ago). The women at the front desk were all over the place and brushed people off who were (rightfully so) asking how long it would take for them to be seen by the doctor. The only saving grace of this disastrous appointment was that Dr. Martinelli himself was extremely nice. However, you must decide if it's worth waiting for over two hours (I don't think it is).
Dr. Martinelli was great, friendly and easy to talk with. He takes the right amount of time to talk to you without rushing, and listens well. He also speaks fluently my native language which is Italian. He was very careful in keeping with Covid precautions, which I appreciated. The entire staff was very personable and caring. I'm planning to make this my regular doctor going forward.
Verified patient
Dr. Martinelli has always been a caring and professional individual. He spends time with his patients and listens to their concerns. His bedside manner is comforting. An office visit is a positive experience.
Great experience.
Verified patient
Excellent service and staff, I would never go to any other doctor for my general medical needs. Always clean, safe, and welcoming.
My visit was spectacular! As always, my experiences with Dr. Martinelli and his staff are some of the best. An ever pleasant staff and expert service - I could ask for nothing more!
Very good service.
My visit was very professional and efficient all my medical questions were answered. Everytime I go for an appt. I do all my testing in the office which is very convenient for me. Staff is very professional as well.
As always, efficient and courteous service and treatment by staff very concientious and thorough in examination. Attentive to my needs, answered all my questions and concerns. Positive exam, very pleased !!=)
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Which hospital is Dr. Donald J. Martinelli affiliated with?

Dr. Donald J. Martinelli is affiliated with Maimonides Medical Center and Bensonhurst Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare.

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Where is Dr. Donald J. Martinelli's office located?

Dr. Donald J. Martinelli's office is located at 8306 13th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11228.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Donald J. Martinelli?

Dr. Donald J. Martinelli frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, Arthritis, Illness, Physical Therapy Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Donald J. Martinelli on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Donald J. Martinelli speak?

Dr. Donald J. Martinelli speaks English and Italian.

How do patients rate Dr. Donald J. Martinelli in reviews?

116 patients have reviewed Dr. Donald J. Martinelli. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.7/5. They have a 4.84/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.99/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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