Dr. Jay Berger, MD, New Hyde Park, NY

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.74

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Jay Berger

Jay S. Berger MD is Medical Director and Chair of Pediatrics with Optum. Board Certified in Pediatrics, he graduated from University of Pennsylvania, and with honors from Mount Sinai School of Medicine. He completed his residency and chief residency at LIJ Cohen Children’s Hospital. Dr. Berger regularly lectures parents, and other healthcare professionals on various pediatric subjects. Dr. Berger champions his fellow physicians helping to revise workflows and efficiencies to optimize both the doctor and patient experience in the exam room. Dr. Berger mentors college and med school students, residents and NPs. He has lectured nationally on the dangers of vaping and has been featured on multiple news outlets including CBS News and Newsday. His many accolades includes Best Pediatrician of the North Shore.

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Popular visit reasons

Annual Physical

Child with Fever

Ear Infection

Illness

Medical Ear Piercing

Pediatric Consultation

Sleep Problems

Sports Injury

Annual Physical

Child with Fever

Ear Infection

Illness

Office location

Optum Medical Care P.C. - 1 Dakota Dr, Ste 100

1 Dakota Dr, Ste 100, New Hyde Park, NY 11042

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Education and background

Practice names

Optum Medical Care, P.C.

Board certifications

American Board of Pediatrics

Education and training

Medical School - Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Doctor of Medicine
Schneider Children’s Hospital (Fellowship)
Cohen Children's Medical Center (Residency)

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1861456204

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.74

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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Great bedside manner with the kids, listened to questions and concerns and provided great guidance.

Less than 6 months agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

September 4, 2025Erica L.Verified patient

June 15, 2024Shakera F.Verified patient

More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

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What practice does Dr. Jay Berger work with?

Dr. Jay Berger works with Optum Medical Care, P.C..

Where is Dr. Jay Berger's office located?

Dr. Jay Berger's office is located at 1 Dakota Dr, New Hyde Park, NY 11042.

Which board certifications does Dr. Jay Berger have?

Dr. Jay Berger is certified by American Board of Pediatrics.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jay Berger?

Dr. Jay Berger frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, Illness, Pediatric Consultation, Sleep Problems, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Jay Berger on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Jay Berger speak?

Dr. Jay Berger speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Jay Berger in reviews?

34 patients have reviewed Dr. Jay Berger. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.74/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.