Dr. Wendy Zapata, DO

Dr. Wendy Zapata, DO

Pediatrician
340 Montauk Hwy, Ste 2, West Islip, NY
Dr. Wendy Zapata is a licensed physician who has served the New York City community for more than 20 years. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the New York Institute of Technology, New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, and completed her pediatrics training at New York University Grossman Long Island School of Medicine. Her career is dedicated to leadership, teaching, and clinical care in the field of pediatrics. Dr. Zapata considers it a privilege to impact lives by treating and caring for pediatric patients and their families. She also enjoys educating and mentoring students and junior faculty, as well as teaching and equipping community residents to optimize their health and well-being. Throughout her 20 years of practicing pediatric medicine, Dr. Zapata has valued the time she spends with each patient. With every interaction, she aims to provide compassionate care while educating children and their families. After receiving additional certification in Obesity Medicine in 2022, Dr. Zapata has strived to ensure her patients are educated and understand ways to maintain an optimal lifestyle.
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.54

Average wait time

4.75

Bedside manner

4.25

About Dr. Wendy Zapata

Dr. Wendy Zapata is a licensed physician who has served the New York City community for more than 20 years. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the New York Institute of Technology, New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, and completed her pediatrics training at New York University Grossman Long Island School of Medicine. Her career is dedicated to leadership, teaching, and clinical care in the field of pediatrics. Dr. Zapata considers it a privilege to impact lives by treating and caring for pediatric patients and their families. She also enjoys educating and mentoring students and junior faculty, as well as teaching and equipping community residents to optimize their health and well-being. Throughout her 20 years of practicing pediatric medicine, Dr. Zapata has valued the time she spends with each patient. With every interaction, she aims to provide compassionate care while educating children and their families. After receiving additional certification in Obesity Medicine in 2022, Dr. Zapata has strived to ensure her patients are educated and understand ways to maintain an optimal lifestyle.

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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. - 340 Montauk Hwy, Ste 2
340 Montauk Hwy, Ste 2, West Islip, NY 11795

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Pediatrics
  • American Board of Obesity Medicine

Education and training

  • Medical School - New York Institute of Technology, New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
  • New York University Grossman Long Island School of Medicine (Pediatrics)

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1477762409

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.54
Wait time
4.75
Bedside manner
4.25
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Dr. Wendy Zapata's office is located at 340 Montauk Hwy, West Islip, NY 11795.

Which board certifications does Dr. Wendy Zapata have?

Dr. Wendy Zapata is certified by American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Obesity Medicine.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Wendy Zapata?

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

What languages does Dr. Wendy Zapata speak?

Dr. Wendy Zapata speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Wendy Zapata in reviews?

35 patients have reviewed Dr. Wendy Zapata. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.54/5. They have a 4.25/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.75/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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