617.9 mi · 140 E 83rd St., Suite 2E, New York, NY10028
At a glance
4.50 stars (133 reviews)
90% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 2 insurances
Cigna, Medicare, more+ ·
Works at Samuel V. Dunkell, MD, PC
Speaks English
4.50
133 reviews
Bedside manner
4.6
Wait time
4.8
Recent reviews
Have been seeing Dr. Dunkell for about 7 years now and he has always been excellent! Great listener and really knows what you need. Also, he is a sleep specialist so thats super helpful.
January 18, 2018Initials hidden
After my first visit I was very impressed with Dr Dunkell. Talking to him was easy, it felt like talking to a close friend or a family member. He took his time to take notes and he listened very carefully. It blew my mind how much he was able to tell me about myself after only hearing very few things. It's the very first doctor who took me so seriously. I think I'm in the right hands.
January 15, 2018Initials hidden
Office location
Samuel V. Dunkell, MD, PC
617.9 mi · 140 E 83rd St., Suite 2E, New York, NY, 10028
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Samuel Dunkell is an experienced and accomplished psychiatrist practicing in the community of New York, NY. Dr. Dunkell attended the Universität Zürich Medizinische Fakultät, where he received his medical degree, and completed his psychiatric residency at Manhattan Psychiatric Center. Dr. Dunkell also completed his fellowship in psychiatry at The Mount Sinai Hospital.
Dr. Dunkell is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and is a member of the American Academy of Psychoanalysis and Dynamic Psychiatry. He previously served as an instructor in the psychiatry department at Cornell University, and is currently an instructor at the Postgraduate Center for Mental Health.
Dr. Dunkell is sensitive to the uniqueness of each patient’s situation and adapts his consultations and treatment options appropriately to accommodate individual needs and concerns.
We encourage our patients to include their insurance ID number when making an appointment. This would help us to process your eligibility for mental health and respond to your request in a timely manner.
We accept cash and self pay patient
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Universität Zürich Medizinische Fakultät
Manhattan Psychiatric Center, Residency in Psychiatry
The Mount Sinai Hospital, Fellowship in Psychiatry
Practice
Samuel V. Dunkell, MD, PC
Certifications
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology)
Professional memberships
American Academy of Psychoanalysis and Dynamic Psychiatry
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1679854962
Samuel Dunkell does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.50
Wait time
4.78
Bedside manner
4.63
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133 reviews
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Dr. Dunkell is the kindest, most special human being. He has really helped me and is very easy to talk to. Sincerely, Brooke
September 19, 2016Initials hidden
I am getting well since I have seen this magician doctor. He reaches right into your soul & heals you and is VERY KIND!
September 19, 2016Initials hidden
He seems compassionate, knowledgeable and experienced. He can relate his own life experiences to those of the patient.
July 18, 2016Initials hidden
Very knowledgeable, however his reduced hearing sometimes makes it difficult to provide information and ask questions.
March 15, 2016Initials hidden
Dr. Dunkell is a fine psychiatrist who really knows how to listen and get people well. He is very loving and wise.
December 19, 2016Initials hidden
This Dr. Dunkell is a MASTER PSYCHIATRIST. He may be 98 but he is wise in spades & knows just how to help you.
October 12, 2017Initials hidden
A sensitive & highly effective doctor who truly listens to his patients, you are honored if he graces your life.
January 2, 2017Initials hidden
He was awesome, I made a follow-up appointment. The other reviewers are correct, I pray he doesn't retire soon.
December 30, 2015Initials hidden
It was my first visit but I will be returning. He seems very knowledgeable and made me feel comfortable.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He is the most kind, compassionate, and professional doctor if have seen in 20+ years in New York.
May 18, 2016Initials hidden
All I have to say is that I'm doing better than ever after I started going to DR. DUNKELL
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I like him a lot he's 97 which makes me think he'll keep on going till like 115. Be back
August 10, 2016Initials hidden
Simply THE BEST shrink out there -- kind & compassionate & staff is also wonderful!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Amazing the sifference between an ok Psychiatrist to an Excellent one like he is
June 30, 2016Initials hidden
Great doctor very thankful god has put him in my path.
Bless you dr Dunkell
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Verrrry hard of hearing. Very sweet, the receptionist is very kind as well.
July 13, 2016Initials hidden
Dr Dunkell is a very experienced knowledgeable Dr. I highly recommend him.
June 25, 2018Initials hidden
Dr. Dunkel was great. He is very knowledgeable and inspires confidence.
July 15, 2015Initials hidden
kinda like old scgool put ya feet up reskly mmakes you feel comfortable
May 27, 2015Initials hidden
Amazing Doctor! I wish other doctors were as knowledgeable and kind.
September 21, 2016Initials hidden
He is a very nice man. Was able to talk with him very easily.
June 6, 2017Initials hidden
Dr. Dunkell and his staff are kind and caring professionals.
February 21, 2018Initials hidden
I would liked to have been able to spend more time with him.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very hard to communicate with Dr. due to his hearing
June 7, 2018Initials hidden
Dr. Dunkell is a very great man who has accomplished notable achievements in his long career. He is now in his 90s. I saw him several times for psychopharmacology. He remains acute in his knowledge of psychiatry and the related psychoactive medications. However, my judgment was that he is physically weak, on the edge of incapacitation, and also in the early stage of dementia called "Mild Cognitive Impairment". While always delightful with me, he does tend to wander off topic. I hate to suggest to anyone that it is time to retire, but the mid 90s is time to retire. I wish him the very best, He should be honored and remain intellectually active at the least because of his great contribution to the cure of Tay Sachs.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Great
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
This doctor couldn’t hear anything I said. The majority of this session was me repeating myself. The only things he asked me were the basic demographic questions on the form you have to fill out. He then told me I’m out of time but he needs more information. He asked me if my insurance was good and then said we should do another session next week. Huge waste of money and time.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I came to this office with the hope I could finally begin to treat the depression and anxiety I have struggled with for most of my adult life. That did not happen. This man is 98 years old. I know this because he made me guess his age. I could not speak a full sentence without him stopping me to turn up his hearing aids. The first question he asked me was whether or not I was gay because I checked "partnered" on my sign-in form (I've had a girlfriend for 4 years. Should I have checked 'single'?). He then ran through a checklist of the most boilerplate questions one could imagine, all the while taking 20-30 seconds to slowly write down every single answer I gave him (if he heard me correctly). I had to shout everything I said, and I have no doubt everyone in the waiting room outside heard me (attempting) to say deeply personal things. He then had me leave after 40 minutes, because my appointment started twenty minutes late and he either forgot this fact or simply was not aware of it. I felt more alone and hopeless leaving than I did entering.
I don't think Dr. Dunkell is a bad person at all and I wish him no ill will. Perhaps he is a good fit for many other people, but I left this appointment feeling intensely worthless.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
After my first visit I was very impressed with Dr Dunkell. Talking to him was easy, it felt like talking to a close friend or a family member. He took his time to take notes and he listened very carefully. It blew my mind how much he was able to tell me about myself after only hearing very few things. It's the very first doctor who took me so seriously. I think I'm in the right hands.
January 15, 2018Initials hidden
Have been seeing Dr. Dunkell for about 7 years now and he has always been excellent! Great listener and really knows what you need. Also, he is a sleep specialist so thats super helpful.
January 18, 2018Initials hidden
office in total chaos
September 25, 2017Initials hidden
Dr Dunkell, is very unique man, extremely bright and insightful. After only one meeting I could see he was the right person for me.
Israel
July 13, 2017Initials hidden
Excellent
June 28, 2017Ricardo T.Verified patient
I require medication management and it turns out Dr. Dunkell just practices psychotherapy. I must say I was treated well by his staff. Dr. Dunkell seemed very nice and if I needed psychotherapy, he might be a good doctor. He told me to find an internist who also practices psychiatry which was good advice.
June 19, 2017Initials hidden
Best Psychiatrist
June 1, 2017Initials hidden
Simply the finest shrink in the business.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Simply THE BEST shrink in the world. Dr. Dunkell is a breakthrough psychiatrist who helped me open up & grow in under a year. I love him.
December 12, 2016Initials hidden
This doctor is a class act and very knowledgeable about all meds. He has been helping me to make correct life choices that have improved my well-being & happiness. I recommend him highly to people of all ages.
December 5, 2016Initials hidden
This fine psychiatrist asks all thee right questions and GETS YOU WELL mentally, spiritually and physically. He knows how to listen ans is VERY WISE. I cannot say how much Dr. Dunkell has helped me in my life. I only wish I had met him 20 years ago. LOVE HIM!
November 30, 2016Initials hidden
Dr Dunkell is a very nice man with a stellar professional history. My primary objection is that he is hard of hearing and it requires speaking at an uncomfortablely loud to be understood.
That said, I am glad I met such an interesting Doctor but had I needed more that medication, I would have had to go elsewhere.
October 28, 2016Initials hidden
Hard of Hearing but Incredibly sweet
November 9, 2016Initials hidden
Great Doctor overall. Has a ton of experience !
November 7, 2016Initials hidden
This dr. is a lovely man of 97 years of age. He is somewhat hard of hearing and after a one minutes exchange of pleasantries, he proceeded to tell me he could not take me as a patient because of his poor hearing and mine. This is clearly not a legitimate functioning psychiatrist. He may once have been a great doctor but retirement is not a 4 letter word.
I feel terrible writing this about such a sweet senior but be warned. unless you feel like meeting with him to shoot the breeze and provide company and conversation, look elsewhere.
September 26, 2016Initials hidden
Amazing Doctor, he's really wise.
July 1, 2016Initials hidden
Dr. Dunkell is a MASTER Psychiatrist who has helped me to better my life through his expertise and kindness. He is a treasure.
June 15, 2016Initials hidden
The Dr is a nice gentlmen. Unfortunately, the Dr.'s hearing aids were frequently not functioning properly which meant I had to repeat myself frequently. This was frustrating.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samuel Dunkell have?
Dr. Samuel Dunkell is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Samuel Dunkell?
Dr. Samuel Dunkell frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, and Psychotherapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Samuel Dunkell on their profile.
How do patients rate Dr. Samuel Dunkell in reviews?
133 patients have reviewed Dr. Samuel Dunkell. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.5/5. They have a 4.63/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.78/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.