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Alexander Negron, MSN, FNP-BC, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with expertise in providing specialized care and assistance in urological surgical procedures and comprehensive patient management.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the City University of New York (CUNY) ...Click to read more
The doctor was personable & thorough. Took time to listen to me & I did not feel rushed in the slightest. - Mar 12, 2022 by Lauren T.Click to read more
New York, NY
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If you need to cancel your appointment within 24 hours of the scheduled time, please call the office.
Dr. Todd Estabrook is a primary care physician based in New York, NY, practicing at Mount Sinai Doctors. He treats a wide range of medical conditions with a professional yet warm approach. Patients...Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in swimmer's ear + 8 more ·
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Ms. Suzanne Schulman is a qualified and considerate family nurse practitioner in Hauppauge, NY. She currently provides consultations at DocCare.
Ms. Schulman earned her master's degree in Family Health Nursing from Stony Brook University. She stays current with developments in her field and integra...Click to read more
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Ms. Rochelle Marriott is a trusted family nurse practitioner who provides in-person services at DocCare in Hauppauge, NY. She earned her master's degree in family health nursing from the University of Mount Saint Vincent.
During consultations, Ms. Marriott attentively listens to her patients' conce...Click to read more
My experience with the doctor was good , though my experience with office staff and documents to be signed was questionable….
I did not sign the membership letter which was described by the attendant as not binding …
Second while waiting for the doctor I felt I was in a gentleman club or a dance ...Click to read more
23.5 mi · 34 The Promenade, Edgewater, NJ07020
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Dr. Marina Salib is a compassionate and dedicated Primary Care Physician specializing in internal medicine, bringing over twelve years of experience to her practice. She graduated from medical school in the Middle East and later completed her U.S. residency training in Internal Medicine at St. Josep...Click to read more
17.5 mi · 244 Westchester Ave W, Ste 210, West Harrison, NY10604
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Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience ·
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Dr. Deborah Tesler is a licensed pediatrician at Northwell Health Pediatrics - Western in West Harrison, NY. She acquired a medical degree from Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University. She completed a residency at Tufts-New England Medical Center. Dr. Tesler is affiliated with Phelps M...Click to read more
17.5 mi · 244 Westchester Ave W, Ste 210, West Harrison, NY10604
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Dr. Glenn Kaplan is a pediatrician based in West Harrison, New York. He currently practices at Northwell Health Pediatrics - Western. Fluent in both English and French, Dr. Kaplan can undertake effective communication and builds long-term relationships with a diverse range of patients. Dr. Kaplan’s ...Click to read more
Zocdoc failed! Navigated is to wrong address. Office was unaware of our appointment. Refused to see us. Said they no longer participate in zocdoc. - May 3, 2024 by James T.Click to read more
17.5 mi · 244 Westchester Ave W, Ste 210, West Harrison, NY10604
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Dr. Jay Weissbrot is a highly qualified and experienced pediatrician at Northwell Health Pediatrics - Western in West Harrison, NY. He is also a visiting affiliate at the Phelps Memorial Hospital Center. Dr. Weissbrot earned his medical degree from the State University of New York. Then, he complete...Click to read more
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Add life to your years with help from the professionals at Express Medical Care Group. Experience the highest level of patient care, where your needs are our top priority. Since 1998, our professional staff have provided friendly and courteous service representative of our belief that every patient ...Click to read more
The doctor was personable & thorough. Took time to listen to me & I did not feel rushed in the slightest. - Mar 12, 2022 by Lauren T.Click to read more
24.5 mi · 226 W 14th St, New York, NY10011
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If you need to cancel your appointment within 24 hours of the scheduled time, please call the office.
Dr. Todd Estabrook is a primary care physician based in New York, NY, practicing at Mount Sinai Doctors. He treats a wide range of medical conditions with a professional yet warm approach. Patients...Click to read more
Doctor was great - the wait, not so much. Very busy and waiting time was over an hour...Click to read more
25 mi · 80 Maiden Ln, Ste 1105, New York, NY10038
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Primary Care Physician | Founder & Medical Director, Bethany Medical Clinic of New York
In a city that never slows down, Dr. Shirin Peters believes healthcare should pause long enough to truly understand you.
Dr. Peters is a New York–based primary care physician and the founder and medical directo...Click to read more
Doctor and her staff were very nice. She listened to me suggested some solutions to my concerns. - Dec 27, 2016 by Veronika P.Click to read more
25.5 mi · 160 Broadway, E Bldg 11th Fl, New York, NY10038
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Please advise: There is a credit card authorization form that must be completed prior to your first appointment. Additionally, to avoid wait time and for billing purposes, please include your Member ID when booking your next appointment.
Our doctor believes she can be concisely described by two m...Click to read more
Doctor and her staff were very nice. She listened to me suggested some solutions to my concerns. - Dec 27, 2016 by Veronika P.Click to read more
New York, NY
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Please advise: There is a credit card authorization form that must be completed prior to your first appointment. Additionally, to avoid wait time and for billing purposes, please include your Member ID when booking your next appointment.
Our doctor believes she can be concisely described by two m...Click to read more
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Keerthana Rajagopal, PA-C provides compassionate, patient-centered primary care with a focus on building lasting relationships and delivering personalized treatment.
She believes every patient deserves to feel heard, respected, and involved in their healthcare decisions.
She offers preventive car...Click to read more
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Keerthana Rajagopal, PA-C provides compassionate, patient-centered primary care with a focus on building lasting relationships and delivering personalized treatment.
She believes every patient deserves to feel heard, respected, and involved in their healthcare decisions.
She offers preventive car...Click to read more
Genuinely one of the best experiences I have ever had with a Primary Care Provider. Dr. Zohdy brings the most perfect combination of professionalism, clinical excellence, and empathy to his patients. He really takes the time to get to know you as a person. He does the most excellent job of being ext...Click to read more
25.5 mi · 1450 Gdn St, Hoboken, NJ07030
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Dr. Zohdy is a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician with a diverse and comprehensive background in primary care and women’s health. He completed his Family Medicine residency at Hackensack Palisades Medical Center. He earned his medical degree from Cairo University School of Medicine in Egypt, ...Click to read more
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Riya Jibi is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) and licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in New York State. She holds multiple certifications including ACLS, BLS, NIHSS Stroke Certification, and Emergency Neurological Life Support (ENLS), reflecting her commitment to clinical ...Click to read more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in psoriasis + 9 more ·
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Dr. Irine Corst, MD, is a board-certified rheumatologist with over 20 years of experience in diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the joints, soft tissue, and connective tissues. She is dedicated to providing expert, compassionate care to patients dealing with autoimmune and inflammatory d...Click to read more
My experience with the doctor was good , though my experience with office staff and documents to be signed was questionable….
I did not sign the membership letter which was described by the attendant as not binding …
Second while waiting for the doctor I felt I was in a gentleman club or a dance ...Click to read more
27 mi · 250 Moonachie Rd, Moonachie, NJ07074
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Dr. Marina Salib is a compassionate and dedicated Primary Care Physician specializing in internal medicine, bringing over twelve years of experience to her practice. She graduated from medical school in the Middle East and later completed her U.S. residency training in Internal Medicine at St. Josep...Click to read more
Genuinely one of the best experiences I have ever had with a Primary Care Provider. Dr. Zohdy brings the most perfect combination of professionalism, clinical excellence, and empathy to his patients. He really takes the time to get to know you as a person. He does the most excellent job of being ext...Click to read more
27 mi · 250 Moonachie Rd, Moonachie, NJ07074
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Dr. Zohdy is a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician with a diverse and comprehensive background in primary care and women’s health. He completed his Family Medicine residency at Hackensack Palisades Medical Center. He earned his medical degree from Cairo University School of Medicine in Egypt, ...Click to read more
Cecile Spence is a family health primary care nurse practitioner, certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). She currently works at Baisley Medical Center, where she treats a wide range of conditions and conducts consultations and annual check-ups. Cecile also offers services in v...Click to read more
20.5 mi · 321 Pennsylvania Avenue, #2, Brooklyn, NY11207
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Cecile Spence is a family health primary care nurse practitioner, certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). She currently works at Baisley Medical Center, where she treats a wide range of conditions and conducts consultations and annual check-ups. Cecile also offers services in v...Click to read more
2 mi · 232 W Old Country Rd, Unit A, Hicksville, NY11801
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With Nao Medical urgent care, we provide you with a wide range of services to help you with medical emergencies or everyday health care needs. We’re open seven days a week to help when you need it most— in person or 24/7 virtually. Simply walk-in or make an appointment ahead of time. Nao Medical is ...Click to read more
This was my second time seeing Nurse Sanchez, and I have to say she’s amazing. She’s very knowledgeable, down to earth, and her bedside manner is top-notch. She really takes the time to listen and makes you feel comfortable throughout the visit. The whole experience was great, from the woman at the ...Click to read more
2 mi · 232 W Old Country Rd, Ste B, Hicksville, NY11801
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Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait timeExpertise in acute urinary tract infection + 1 more
This was my second time seeing Nurse Sanchez, and I have to say she’s amazing. She’s very knowledgeable, down to earth, and her bedside manner is top-notch. She really takes the time to listen and makes you feel comfortable throughout the visit. The whole experience was great, from the woman at the ...Click to read more
Hicksville, NY
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait timeExpertise in acute urinary tract infection + 1 more
Friendly and professional! - Jan 20, 2025 by Jen D.Click to read more
6.5 mi · 135 Mineola Blvd, Ste A, Mineola, NY11501
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With Nao Medical urgent care, we provide you with a wide range of services to help you with medical emergencies or everyday health care needs. We’re open seven days a week to help when you need it most— in person or 24/7 virtually. Simply walk-in or make an appointment ahead of time. Nao Medical is ...Click to read more
I would highly recommend Dr Rimler
He Takes the time to answer my questions patently
And he Provides follow-up punctually
Their was almost no waiting time
The Office staff are very Courteous
The doctor Explains conditions and treatments excellently by DAClick to read more
15.5 mi · 144-49 70th Ave, Flushing, NY11367
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Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in upper respiratory infection (uri) + 9 more ·
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Dr. Bernard Rimler, MD, is an internal medicine specialist in Flushing, NY, with over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina in Guadalajara and completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Kings County Hospital Cente...Click to read more
The office was very clean. The medical assistant/Nurse was very friendly and helpful. I think that there was a patient who had an emergency that was just before my son’s appointment. So even though I came in 20 minutes before time, My son was not in an examination room until about 5: 50 p.m.
I did ...Click to read more
16 mi · 2063A Bartow Ave, Ste B, Bronx, NY10475
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The most loving kindhearted doctor she cares deeply for her patients ?? also the staff is just like her thank you all for being so nice to us patients sometimes we needed this from our health care workers - Jun 26, 2026 by Jorene S.Click to read more
11.5 mi · 22001 Jamaica Ave, Queens Village, NY11428
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Dr. Melissa Bhikham is a dedicated and compassionate family physician. She sees patients at CareWell Medical Associates, PC, in Queens Village and Jamaica, NY.
Dr. Bhikham obtained her medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine and is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine....Click to read more
The office was very clean. The medical assistant/Nurse was very friendly and helpful. I think that there was a patient who had an emergency that was just before my son’s appointment. So even though I came in 20 minutes before time, My son was not in an examination room until about 5: 50 p.m.
I did ...Click to read more
18.5 mi · 932 E 174th St, Ste B, Bronx, NY10460
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While the care provided was excellent, the wait time to see a provider was unsatisfactory. Despite being informed that only one individual was ahead of me, I experienced a full hour delay before being seen. This is unacceptable. - Jul 12, 2026 by Elizabeth M.Click to read more
16 mi · 2063A Bartow Ave, Ste A, Bronx, NY10475
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With Nao Medical urgent care, we provide you with a wide range of services to help you with medical emergencies or everyday health care needs. We’re open seven days a week to help when you need it most— in person or 24/7 virtually. Simply walk-in or make an appointment ahead of time. Nao Medical is ...Click to read more
15 mi · 42-31 Colden St, Ste 202, Flushing, NY11355
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Yanna Dostova is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner licensed in New York State specializing in Family Medicine and Reproductive Endocrinology. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from the New York Institute of Technology – Long Island Campus. Yanna is an expert at performing various hysterosco...Click to read more
The most loving kindhearted doctor she cares deeply for her patients ?? also the staff is just like her thank you all for being so nice to us patients sometimes we needed this from our health care workers - Jun 26, 2026 by Jorene S.Click to read more
14.5 mi · 165-50 Baisley Blvd, Jamaica, NY11434
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Dr. Melissa Bhikham is a dedicated and compassionate family physician. She sees patients at CareWell Medical Associates, PC, in Queens Village and Jamaica, NY.
Dr. Bhikham obtained her medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine and is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine....Click to read more
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 16 more
Accepting new patients · Expertise in chronic non-alzheimer's dementia + 3 more ·
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Ms. Yunkyoung Jeong is a certified adult nurse practitioner who sees patients in Flushing, NY. She earned a master's degree in nursing from New York University. Ms. Jeong stays current with developments in her field and incorporates this knowledge into her therapy plans to provide patients with the ...Click to read more
Very friendly efficient staff - Jan 7, 2025 by Elenis R.Click to read more
15.5 mi · 90-18 Sutphin Blvd, Ste A, Jamaica, NY11435
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With Nao Medical urgent care, we provide you with a wide range of services to help you with medical emergencies or everyday health care needs. We’re open seven days a week to help when you need it most— in person or 24/7 virtually. Simply walk-in or make an appointment ahead of time. Nao Medical is ...Click to read more
Accepting new patients · 25 years of experience · Expertise in chronic high blood pressure + 1 more ·
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Dr. Janine Kramer is a reliable and accomplished internist. She works at her private practice, treating various complex chronic disorders in adults. She is also affiliated with Flushing Hospital Medical Center.
As part of her educational training, Dr. Kramer acquired her medical degree from the NY...Click to read more
Awesome staff! Made them my primary - Dec 13, 2025 by Charleen R.Click to read more
15.5 mi · 90-18 Sutphin Blvd, Ste B, Jamaica, NY11435
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Ms. Kelena Bechler is a highly skilled and experienced physician assistant. She sees patients in person at Nao Medical in Jamaica, New York.
As part of her formal education, Ms. Bechler completed a master's degree in physician assistant studies at Marquette University. She strives to stay up-to-dat...Click to read more
Awesome staff! Made them my primary - Dec 13, 2025 by Charleen R.Click to read more
15.5 mi · 90-18 Sutphin Blvd, Ste A, Jamaica, NY11435
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Ms. Kelena Bechler is a highly skilled and experienced physician assistant. She sees patients in person at Nao Medical in Jamaica, New York.
As part of her formal education, Ms. Bechler completed a master's degree in physician assistant studies at Marquette University. She strives to stay up-to-dat...Click to read more
Awesome staff! Made them my primary - Dec 13, 2025 by Charleen R.Click to read more
15.5 mi · 9018 Sutphin Blvd, Ste A, Jamaica, NY11435
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Ms. Kelena Bechler is a highly skilled and experienced physician assistant. She sees patients in person at Nao Medical in Jamaica, New York.
As part of her formal education, Ms. Bechler completed a master's degree in physician assistant studies at Marquette University. She strives to stay up-to-dat...Click to read more
Friendly experience with a good bedside manner. However the wait was long. There should have been a notification at the desk. Patient # next - Mar 24, 2025 by Merrill F.Click to read more
18.5 mi · 80-10 Northern Blvd, Ste A, Jackson Heights, NY11372
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With Nao Medical urgent care, we provide you with a wide range of services to help you with medical emergencies or everyday health care needs. We’re open seven days a week to help when you need it most— in person or 24/7 virtually. Simply walk-in or make an appointment ahead of time. Nao Medical is ...Click to read more
Very convenient. Easy to file for app - Jun 1, 2026 by Jean C.Click to read more
18.5 mi · 932 E 174th St, Ste A, Bronx, NY10460
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With Nao Medical urgent care, we provide you with a wide range of services to help you with medical emergencies or everyday health care needs. We’re open seven days a week to help when you need it most— in person or 24/7 virtually. Simply walk-in or make an appointment ahead of time. Nao Medical is ...Click to read more
When I was finally seeing, I felt very comfortable with the staff the doctor was very nice and very pleasant and made me feel at ease. My only downside to the appointment was I wish I was seeing a little sooner that’s why I made an advanced appointment. Other than that, it’s always been a great expe...Click to read more
19.5 mi · 37-15 23rd Ave, Ste A, Astoria, NY11105
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With Nao Medical urgent care, we provide you with a wide range of services to help you with medical emergencies or everyday health care needs. We’re open seven days a week to help when you need it most— in person or 24/7 virtually. Simply walk-in or make an appointment ahead of time. Nao Medical is ...Click to read more
Great attitude coupled with many years of experience. This doctor has a great compassion for my entire family. - Sep 20, 2011 by AOClick to read more
19 mi · 3130 Grand Concourse, Suite 1K, Bronx, NY10458
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Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience ·
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ATTENTION HMO PATIENTS: Patients coming in for physicals and other visits who have HMO insurance plans (e.g., Affinity, Fidelis, Healthfirst, Metroplus, Tricare etc) need to obtain cards with Dr. Asante's name listed as their PCP.
Doctor Asante believes in educating his patients through clear comm...Click to read more
Had 10am appointment, the assistant or the office administrator was late for 15mins that sick patients had to wait outside in cold. When she rushed over and opened door, there was no single explanation given on why she was late to her “the urgent care” job, nor any apologies. Then she proceeded to c...Click to read more
20.5 mi · 30-07 36th Ave, Ste A, Queens, NY11106
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With Nao Medical urgent care, we provide you with a wide range of services to help you with medical emergencies or everyday health care needs. We’re open seven days a week to help when you need it most— in person or 24/7 virtually. Simply walk-in or make an appointment ahead of time. Nao Medical is ...Click to read more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Expertise in chronic high blood pressure + 1 more ·
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Nelson Oke Aluya, MD, is a Nigerian-American physician trained in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine. He currently serves as Chief Medical Officer of the Newark Community Health Center in New Jersey and as an Assistant Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics at Rutgers University Medical School, Newark. ...Click to read more
Doctor was great, such an amazing person! I was seen right away she deserves 10???????????????????? - Dec 4, 2025 by Yandel H.Click to read more
18.5 mi · 320 E 204th St, Bronx, NY10467
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Ms. Jennifer Alicia Aquino is a compassionate family nurse practitioner. She practices at NYC Docs in Bronx, NY, and also offers virtual consultations. She speaks English and Spanish.
Ms. Aquino earned her master's degree from Nova Southeastern University. She did her master's degree in family heal...Click to read more
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