Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester, MD, Brooklyn, NY

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

4.65

Bedside manner

5.00

“Dr. Garcia is friendly and caring. He’s a good communicator and listener. He answered all my questions and ordered blood test and X-ray afterwards.”

Hui Y.March 30, 2026

“Great first time visit. The Doctor had great bedside manners, answered all my questions, very thorough& gave understandable next steps.”

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About Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester

Manuel Garcia-Smester, MD, is a board-certified physician in the division of rheumatology at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY.

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Popular visit reasons

Arthritis

Back Pain

Connective Tissue Disorder

Foot Pain

Inclusion Body Myositis

Joint Stiffness

Prescription / Refill

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

Arthritis

Back Pain

Connective Tissue Disorder

Foot Pain

Office location

Maimonides Rheumatology

4813 9th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11220

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Education and background

Practice names

Maimonides Rheumatology

Board certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine

Education and training

Medical School - St. George's University, Doctor of Medicine
NYP Brooklyn Methodist Hospital (Internship)
NYP Brooklyn Methodist Hospital (Residency)
Stony Brook University Hospital, Fellowship in Rheumatology

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1225665037

Patient reviews

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

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

4.65

Bedside manner

5.00

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21 reviews

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I appreciate how my Doctor listened to all my concerns and with bloodwork and X-rays confirmed my current status.

November 11, 2025Ana C.Verified patient

Very informative and knowledgeable. Made me feel very comfortable.

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Dr. Garcia is friendly and caring. He’s a good communicator and listener. He answered all my questions and ordered blood test and X-ray afterwards.

March 30, 2026Hui Y.Verified patient

Great first time visit. The Doctor had great bedside manners, answered all my questions, very thorough& gave understandable next steps.

Less than 6 months agoInitials hidden

Dr. Garcia is a professional. He took tremendous care in assisting me with my healing issue and took the time to explain step by step what I needed to do to have a positive outcome following treatment. He is an excellent listener and a family-oriented doctor. He show empathy and compassion.

October 30, 2025Ana A.Verified patient

Dr. Garcia listened to my concerns and provided answers to address the issue, he even asked if there any other pain or discomfort experiencing, he even wen online to show the proper hand brace needed. Nice encounter with Dr. Garcia.

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What practice does Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester work with?

Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester works with Maimonides Rheumatology.

Where is Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester's office located?

Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester's office is located at 4813 9th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11220.

Which board certifications does Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester have?

Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester?

Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Back Pain, Foot Pain, Prescription / Refill, and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester speak?

Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester in reviews?

21 patients have reviewed Dr. Manuel Garcia-Smester. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.65/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.