Dr. Richard Slatkin, MD

Dr. Richard Slatkin, MD

OB-GYN
6208 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY
4.98
“The doctor was very nice and seemed kind. I felt comfortable with him immediately. The staff was friendly and efficient.”
Lori R.November 14, 2025
Highly recommended
98% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.98

Average wait time

4.43

Bedside manner

4.96
“The doctor was very nice and seemed kind. I felt comfortable with him immediately. The staff was friendly and efficient.”
Lori R.November 14, 2025
“I am very satisfied, the doctor was very professional and kind, and answered all my questions. His staff was also very professional and friendly. I will definetely go back.”
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About Dr. Richard Slatkin

Dr. Richard Slatkin is a physician in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Director of Bloodless Medicine Surgery at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. He is well-known by his peers as a leading proponent of bloodless medicine and surgery. Prior to joining the Maimonides team, Dr. Slatkin was the Medical Director of Bloodless Medicine Surgery at the Brooklyn Hospital Medical Center. He earned his medical degree from Universit? degli Studi di Bologna Scuola di Medicina e Chirurgia and completed his internship at the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Slatkin completed his residency at The Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center.

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Popular visit reasons

Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Annual Physical
Birth Control / Contraception
Breast Pain
General Consultation
New Patient Visit
Nexplanon Removal
Ovarian Cyst(s)
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Annual Physical
Birth Control / Contraception
Breast Pain

Office location

Maimonides OB-GYN
6208 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11220

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Education and training

  • Medical School - Università degli Studi di Bologna Scuola di Medicina e Chirurgia
  • State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center (Internship)
  • The Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center (Residency)

Awards and publications

  • Best Regional Hospitals, New York Metro - U.S. News (2024 - 2025)

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Italian

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1831298439

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.98
Wait time
4.43
Bedside manner
4.96
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The doctor was very nice and seemed kind. I felt comfortable with him immediately. The staff was friendly and efficient.
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Doctor was great and the staff was friendly right away I told my friends about them.
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Everything was seamless; the staff was efficient and very friendly. Would go again
The doctor was great he is a good listener
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Friendly, professional staff.
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I am very satisfied, the doctor was very professional and kind, and answered all my questions. His staff was also very professional and friendly. I will definetely go back.
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Very friendly staff and i loved my doctor
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Where is Dr. Richard Slatkin's office located?

Dr. Richard Slatkin's office is located at 6208 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11220.

Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Slatkin have?

Dr. Richard Slatkin is certified by American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Richard Slatkin?

Dr. Richard Slatkin frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, Birth Control / Contraception, General Consultation, and New Patient Visit. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Richard Slatkin on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Richard Slatkin speak?

Dr. Richard Slatkin speaks English and Italian.

How do patients rate Dr. Richard Slatkin in reviews?

54 patients have reviewed Dr. Richard Slatkin. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.98/5. They have a 4.96/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.43/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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