Summary

Dr. Jerry Wachtel is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine and emergency medicine with over four decades of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center. His extensive 43-year career has provided him with comprehensive expertise in treating patients across all age groups and managing acute medical conditions. Dr. Wachtel is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Wachtel practices at Brookdale Hospital Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. He focuses on treating conditions such as obesity and weight management issues, including pediatric obesity in younger patients. His expertise extends to managing heart rhythm disorders like cardiac arrhythmia. Dr. Wachtel offers convenient virtual care consultations and performs essential diagnostic procedures including blood tests and electrocardiograms to monitor heart function. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.8 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 2.8
  • 43 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Brookdale University Hospital And Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Jerry Craig Wachtel has 2 locations

Wachtel Jerry C Medical Group

8605 Flatlands AveBrooklyn, NY 11236
Mon10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat8:30 am - 3:00 pm
SunClosed

Brookdale University Hospital And Medical Center

1 Brookdale PlzBrooklyn, NY 11212

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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Chinese
Brooklyn , NYRoslyn Heights , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Dr B R Ambedkar Medical College Med School: New York College of Podiatric Medicine Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jerry Craig Wachtel

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jerry Craig Wachtel has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jerry Craig Wachtel has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Brookdale University Hospital And Medical Center

Medical School

Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Jerry Wachtel accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Jerry Wachtel has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jerry Wachtel?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Jerry Wachtel affiliated with?
Dr. Jerry Wachtel is affiliated with Brookdale Hospital Medical Center.
Does Dr. Jerry Wachtel accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Jerry Wachtel accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Jerry Wachtel accepting new patients?
Dr. Jerry Wachtel has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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