Dr. Stephen J. Bernstein, MD | New York, NY | Internist

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Dr. Stephen Bernstein has practiced internal medicine and rheumatology for 49 years and is affiliated with NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital. He treats arthralgia, shoulder pain, and back pain during pregnancy, and performs physical therapy and musculoskeletal ultrasound.

Dr. Bernstein completed his residency at New Britain General Hospital and sees patients in New York, NY. He speaks English and Italian. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Bernstein 3.93 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
3.9

60 Ratings
49 years of experience
29 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Italian
New Britain General Hospital
34 written reviews
2 specialties
15 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

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

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Dr. Bernstein's Ratings and Reviews

3.9

60 Ratings with 34 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (29) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Had a good bedside manner: (29) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Spent time with me: (30) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (30) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Flexible scheduling: (29) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
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Dr. Bernstein created a MIRACLE with me in less than 3 months time! When I first saw him I had 3 auto immune diseases plus osteoporosis. I was in bad shape, lost my spirit and my quality of life, so miserable. I never thought I would ever feel good again emotionally and physically. Crippling fatigue had me in bed all day with pain and so many symptoms. Dr. B. was relentless and so committed to getting me back on my feet and comfortable with his genuine, warm demeanor and sincere personality. I really believed in him but felt it would take years. There is NO ONE like him. This man is an ANGEL from heaven. He really tunes in to your history and curious about all that he can find out about you in order to help.. he goes above, and beyond to figure out the best treatment, and he CARES so much! He ALWAYS wants the best for you. He is BRILLIANT. He will treat other issues when he can. Now, for the past 2 weeks, I feel GREAT, totally NORMAL, BEST I’ve felt in years. Thanks to Dr.B, I have… my Quality of LIFE back and my SPIRIT! Words cannot describe my gratitude. He is AMAZING…A ONCE IN A LIFETIME FABULOUS PERSON AND DOC!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

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November 28th, 2023

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My Grandma had been going to Dr Bernstein for 5+ years now. She is In her 90s and he has made these last 5 years more enjoyable for her , solved underlying issues that other doctors gave up on because of her age.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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February 11th, 2021

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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December 29th, 2020

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Great doctor! Full of patience and pleasant.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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December 29th, 2020

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fast and professional service, thank you

December 28th, 2020

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My search for THE BEST DOCTOR is finished! Because i found the best there is! Thank you veryy much for helping me with my problem!!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 28th, 2020

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Very pleasant experience, excellent doctor !! All recommendations!!!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 28th, 2020

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 25th, 2020

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Dr. Bernstein is one of the most caring and knowledgable physicians I have encountered in a long life of encountering physicians of all types. I am grateful to have found him.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 23rd, 2020

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Take care of very quickly

December 22nd, 2020

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1041 3rd Ave Ste 201New York, NY 10065

Tel: (212) 535-3222

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Dr. Stephen J Bernstein, MD	Dr. Benjamin Barrah, FACP, MD	Dr. Ayman Attia, MD	Natalie Howard, MSN, DNP
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.9 (60 Ratings)	3.4 (18 Ratings)	4.3 (19 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)
49 Years of Experience	35 Years of Experience	22 Years of Experience	6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Italian	Speaks Spanish, English, French	Speaks English, Arabic	Speaks English
New York , NY	Brooklyn , NY	Astoria , NY	New York City , NY
Med School: Universita Degli Studi Di Roma La Sapienza	Med School: University Of Benin School Of Medicine	Med School: Forest Hills
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Arthritis
Back Pain
Dupuytren's Contracture
Fibromyalgia
Gout
Hip Osteoarthritis
Lupus
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Osteoporosis
Rheumatic Diseases
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatology
Tendinitis
Weight Loss
Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New Britain General Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Universita Degli Studi Di Roma La Sapienza in 1977.

NPI Number

Dr. Bernstein's NPI number is 1215017736.

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Diagnostic Radiology
5 Years Exp | Staten Island, NY
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Durga Prasad Matlapudi
Infectious Disease
6 Years Exp | Brooklyn, NY
(0)
Zahoor Rehman
Nephrology
13 Years Exp | Brooklyn, NY
(0)
Ediale Irene Temi-Ete
Nephrology
25 Years Exp | Elmhurst, NY
(0)
Yi Mei Nunge
Nurse Practitioner
| Flushing, NY
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Parth Vaghasia
Diagnostic Radiology
8 Years Exp | Brooklyn, NY
(0)
Donald Armstrong
Infectious Disease
69 Years Exp | New York, NY
(0)
Bernard Tanios Saleh
Pediatrics
28 Years Exp | Staten Island, NY
(0)
Jumanah Nazeer Algazaq
Infectious Disease
14 Years Exp | New York, NY
(0)

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Which hospitals is Dr. Stephen Bernstein affiliated with?: Dr. Stephen Bernstein is affiliated with Nyu Langone Orthopedic Hospital.

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