Dr. Igor Gefter, MD | Haskell, NJ | Psychiatry

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Dr. Gefter graduated from the North-Western State Medical University I I Mechnikov in 1983. He works in Haskell, NJ and specializes in Psychiatry. Dr. Gefter is affiliated with Saint Josephs Wayne Medical Center.

3.6

26 Ratings
43 years of experience
speaks English
North-Western State Medical University I I Mechnikov
7 written reviews
1 specialty
13 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
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Absolutely amazing doctor, very patient, understanding and welcoming . Highly recommend him to everyone !

December 14th, 2018

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He is such a witty man. He knows what he’s doing and really takes the time to understand his patients and get the accurate diagnosis. He looks at the whole person. He also manages to effortlessly weave in some lightheartedness into heavy discussions. He is a serious guy but manages to get a lot of people laughing. I’m so glad I met him. He changed my life for the better.

June 1st, 2018

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Doctor did not check what meds i was on before prescribing his which led to very serious consequences. Also got misdiagnosed by him. Very careless, don't go

August 18th, 2017

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Called a few times because I was not feeling better and he never returned my calls. When you are dealing with a population that suffers from mental illness, it is inappropriate to refuse to take calls or return them. Sometimes even to get a change of prescription is impossible because he won't return phone calls.

July 2nd, 2017

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Dr. Gefter was tasked with helping my stepdaughter move through her pain. She left a session with him feeling hopeless. i attended this session and was appalled by his manner and his lack of empathy for what brought her to him in the first place. Thankfully she was strong enough to realize things are not hopeless. I would not allow a loved one, or anyone for that matter see this man.

April 13th, 2017

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He lacks empathy and compassion for me as a patient. When asked how to solve a problem his voice was raised and he talked down to me with total disrespect. He did not see me the amount of time he was suppose to. He did not change my medication like he said he would do. He has a big ego. And treated me as a women in emotionally abusive manner. First rule as a doctor do no harm! He definitely harmed me. He has a temper and can go off at at moment on you. Staff blames it on him having a bad day. Well then you should be in the line of work. This is people's lives you are dealing with. if you know someone who is seeing him and says what I am saying believe them! It is true!

April 9th, 2016

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Excellent Doctor!

December 30th, 2014

Dr. Igor Gefter

21 Dogwood LnHaskell, NJ 07420


Dr. Igor Gefter, MD	Abby Otufale, MSN, PMHNP-BC	Dr. John C. Shershow, MD	Anita Agyekum, PMHNP-BC, NP
Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.6 (26 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	2.5 (24 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
43 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience	60 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Twi
Haskell , NJ	Montclair , NJ	NEW YORK , NY	New York , NY
Med School: North-Western State Medical University I I Mechnikov	Med School: Molloy College	Med School: University Of Southern California The Herman Ostrow School Of Dentistry	Med School: Capella University
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Psychiatry

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Clinical Depression
Depression
Depressive Disorder
Insomnia
Manic Depressive Disorder
Mental Illness
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Sleep Disorders

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Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

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North-Western State Medical University I I MechnikovGraduated in 1983

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Which hospitals is Dr. Igor Gefter affiliated with?: Dr. Igor Gefter is affiliated with Saint Josephs Wayne Medical Center.
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