Summary

Dr. Antonio Alfonso is a surgeon with 58 years of experience serving patients in the New York area. He earned his medical degree from the University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Temple University Health System. His extensive surgical background spans nearly six decades of patient care. Dr. Alfonso is fluent in Filipino, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations in their preferred language.

Dr. Alfonso practices at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and sees patients in New Hyde Park, New York. He specializes in treating complex conditions including parathyroid disease, breast cancer, and hyperparathyroidism. His surgical expertise focuses on endocrine disorders that affect hormone-producing glands. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 on Vitals.

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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

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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Speaks Filipino Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
New Hyde Park , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine Med School: YALE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Jefferson Medical College Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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)
  • 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
  • VillageCareMax

Medical Specialties

Antonio Escolar Alfonso has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

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

Antonio Escolar Alfonso holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Temple University Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine in 1968.

NPI Number

Antonio Escolar Alfonso's NPI number is 1598760670.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Antonio Alfonso affiliated with?
Antonio Alfonso is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
Does Antonio Alfonso accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Antonio Alfonso 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 Antonio Alfonso?
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Is Antonio Alfonso accepting new patients?
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What languages does Antonio Alfonso speak?
Antonio Alfonso speaks Filipino.

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