DOCTOR TESTIMONIALS
Finding a new doctor can be a stressful experience, especially in a big city. WISeR compiled doctor testimonials from members of the Rockefeller Community in order to help each other find doctors that work for each of us.
*Many providers accept several insurance plans; we’ve provided information regarding the insurance plan used by the recommender
OB/GYN
Dr. Christopher Eswar — Nyu Langone
“Dr. Eswar is great! If you’re comfortable having a male OB/GYN he is knowledgeable and friendly and makes me feel very comfortable…He is a very good listener and the staff is nice and the office is clean.”
Specialties: Gynecology, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery
Insurance used*: Aetna
Appt: 2+ months in advance
Phone: 212 545 5400
Location: Corner of Park Ave and 29th St (419 Park Ave South, Suite 1305, New York, NY 10016)
Dr. Wenhui Jin — Weill Cornell Medicine
“She's very sweet and professional, listens to your concerns but the appointment will last 10 mins max. She's very busy and has one appointment after another.”
Specialties: Obstetrics, gynecology, gynecologic surgery
Insurance used*: Oxford (RU student plan)
Appt: 2+ months in advance
Phone: 646 962 4900
Location: E 72nd St between 1st Ave and York Ave (428 E 72nd St, Suite 200, New York, NY 10021)
Dr. Yelena Havryliuk — Weill Cornell Medicine
“She listens to patient concerns. She takes time to explain the issue and sets a treatment plan.”
Specialties: Gynecology, gynecologic surgery, endometriosis, fibroids
Insurance used*: Oxford (RU student plan)
Appt: Quick once already a patient of hers
Phone: 212 746 3171
Location: 68th St and York Ave (525 E 68th st, Suite J-130, New York, NY 10065)
DENTISTRY/ORAL SURGERY
Dr. Angela Abernathy — Boutique Smiles
“Although I hate going to the dentist, Dr. Abernathy and staff make me feel the most comfortable I could be at a dentist…When I got my cavity filled they gave me headphones and put a show on for me to watch. Would highly recommend.”
Specialties: General dentistry, cosmetic dentistry
Insurance used*: RU Dental
Appt: 1 week in advance
Phone: 212 262 2952
Location: 60th St between Park Ave and Madison Ave (30 e 60th st, Suite 1101, New York, NY 10022)
Dr. Brian Chung — Upper East Smiles
“Dentists are notoriously scary to go to (in my opinion) but the team at Upper East Smiles and Dr. Brian Chung make it so easy.“
Specialties: General dentistry, oral surgery
Insurance used*: RU Dental
Appt: 2+ months in advance
Phone: 646 864 1808
Location: E 78th St and 2nd Ave (261 E 78th St, Suite 5F, New York, NY 10075)
“Dr. Hara and her staff are an absolute joy - professional, warm, and thorough. Felt entirely comfortable and able to ask any questions. Very convenient to get an apt and the location is great.”
Specialties: General dentistry, oral surgery
Insurance used*: RU Dental
Appt: 1 week in advance
Phone: 212 308 9696
Location: E 58th St and Lexington Ave (133 E 58th St, Suite 804, New York, NY 10022
PRIMARY CARE
Dr. Mark Baehser — NYC Health and Hospitals
"Dr. Baesher specializes in LGBTQ+ young adults. He has never made me feel uncomfortable and is very thoughtful and compassionate concerning sexual and general health.”
Specialties: Pediatrics, PrEP, LGBTQ+ youth needs
Insurance used*: Blue Cross Blue Shield
Appt: 1 week in advance
Phone: 844 692 4692
Location: In the Lower East Side between Jefferson St and Clinton St (227 Madison Street, New York, NY 10002)
Dr. Deep Bhatt — Weill Cornell Medicine
“5/5 stars…Attentive listener, and is thorough with his examination. He answers my questions warmly but directly. “
Specialties: Primary care, internal medicine, weight loss
Insurance used*: RU Managed Care
Appt: 1 week in advance
Phone: 646 962 7300
Location: E 85th St between 2nd Ave and 3rd Ave (215 E 85th St, New York, NY 10028)
DERMATOLOGY
“Dr. Love is very calm, professional and explains her medical decisions so that it is understandable for non-medical people…I always feel comfortable with her and the rest of the staff at GlamDerm. I highly recommend Dr. Love.”
Specialties: Holistic dermatology
Insurance used*: Oxford (RU Student Plan)
Appt: 1 week in advance
Phone: 212 674 0004
Location: E 18th St and 3rd Ave (130 e 18th St, Suite 1U, New York, NY 10003)
OPTOMETRY/OPTHAMOLOGY
Dr. Christine Choi — Herald Square EyeCare
“Dr. Choi is very professional and takes the time to explain everything she is doing and makes recommendations based on your needs. The clinic's check in process is also very streamlined and you can expect to be in and out of the office within an hour. They're also open on weekends!”
Specialties: Primary care optometry, contact lenses, infections
Insurance used*: RU Vision
Appt: 1 week in advance
Phone: 212 967 4177
Location: W 33rd St and 6th Ave (901 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 205, New York, NY 10001)
MENTAL HEALTH
Dr. Jessica Spellun — RU OHS Mental Health and Weill Cornell Medicine
“Dr. Spellun is great! She is very warm and collaborative. She is also a good active listener, and the appointment did not feel rushed or incomplete. I felt that after talking with her, she had a good understanding of what I was seeking help for, and also that she was cognizant of making sure I was comfortable. “
Specialties: Adult psychiatry, psychotherapy, psychopharmacology
Insurance used*: OHS Mental Health
Appt: 1 week in advance
Phone: 646 962 2820
Location: E 62nd St between 2nd Ave and 1st Ave (315 E 62nd St, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10065)
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