Summary

Dr. Antonio Alfonso is a surgeon with 58 years of experience treating patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine and completed his residency at Temple University Health System. Dr. Alfonso speaks Filipino in addition to English.

Dr. Alfonso practices at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and sees patients in New Hyde Park, New York. He specializes in treating thyroid nodules, parathyroid disease, and goiter. His surgical expertise includes performing fine needle biopsies and adrenal gland needle biopsies. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 58 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Filipino
  • Temple University Health System
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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58 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Filipino Speaks Spanish Speaks English
New Hyde Park , NYBrooklyn , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Antonio Escolar Alfonso

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • AmidaCare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Empire BCBS)
  • Anthem HealthPlus
  • CenterLight
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth (GHI)
  • EmblemHealth (HIP)
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company (fka HIP Insurance Company of New York) HIPIC
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield (32BJ)
  • Fidelis
  • Hamaspik
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • Humana Military (Tricare)
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Metroplus
  • Northwell Direct
  • NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP)
  • Oxford
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Healthcare
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Antonio Escolar Alfonso has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Antonio Escolar Alfonso has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Breast Cancer
  • Endocrine Surgical Procedures (Endocrine Surgery)
  • General Surgeon
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Thyroid Gland Removal (Thyroidectomy)
  • Thyroid Nodule

Certifications, License, & Education

58 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Temple University Health System

Medical School

University Of The Philippines Manila College Of MedicineGraduated in 1968

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Antonio Alfonso affiliated with?
Dr. Antonio Alfonso is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
Does Dr. Antonio Alfonso accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Antonio Alfonso has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Antonio Alfonso accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. Antonio Alfonso speak?
Dr. Antonio Alfonso speaks Filipino.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Antonio Alfonso?
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