Summary

Dr. Wai-Kwok Tam is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at Staten Island University Hospital, where he developed expertise in caring for adult patients with a wide range of health conditions. With 34 years of experience in internal medicine, Dr. Tam has built extensive knowledge in managing complex medical cases and preventive care. He speaks Cantonese in addition to English.

Dr. Tam is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital and practices at Northwell Health Medicine Specialties in Staten Island, New York. His clinical focus includes treating high cholesterol in children and teens, managing hyperlipidemia, and caring for patients with hypertension. He incorporates therapeutic approaches such as physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy into patient treatment plans. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 34 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Cantonese
  • Staten Island University Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Northwell Health Medicine Specialties

242 Mason Ave Ste 2Staten Island, NY 10305

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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3.4 
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34 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Cantonese Speaks Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Staten Island , NYBrooklyn , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University Med School: University Of Baghdad College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Wai-Kwok Tam

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 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
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Healthcare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • VillageCareMax
  • VNS Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. Wai-Kwok Tam has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Wai-Kwok Tam has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Staten Island University Hospital

Medical School

Tufts University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1992

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Wai-Kwok Tam affiliated with?
Dr. Wai-Kwok Tam is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital.
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Does Dr. Wai-Kwok Tam accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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