Summary

Dr.Franco was born and raised on Long Island, New York. She attended medical school at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed a traditional rotating internship and a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA.

From a young age, Dr.Franco had a passion for medicine and athletics. She attended undergraduate at Quinnipiac University in Connecticut where she majored in biological sciences and played Division-I Field Hockey. As captain, she was voted Most Valuable Player her junior and senior year, held the team record for assists and was a Division-I Academic All-American.

Dr. Franco’s specialty, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, involves a team approach to preventive medicine and recovery of function lost through illness or injury. During residency, Dr.Franco became certified in medical acupuncture through the University of California. She also became an active participant with the Philadelphia Quadriplegic Rugby team. In 2008, she was part of a medical mission to Santiago, Chile where she helped train local PM&R physicians in traditional North American rehabilitation medicine.

Patients of Dr. Franco will benefit from her background in athletics, training in osteopathic medicine, residency in PM&R, medical acupuncture and commitment to general health. Dr.Franco offers a fresh perspective for patients at any level to improve performance and quality of life.
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Quick Facts

  • 1
  • 20 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Denice Horsfield Franco has 3 locations

Dr. Denice Horsfield Franco

631 LAKE AVE STE ASt. JAMES, NY 11780

Saint Charles Hospital

200 Belle Terre RdPort Jefferson, NY 11777

SCH Physical Med&Rehab

200 Belle Terre Rd Ste E140Port Jefferson, NY 11777

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Dr. Denice Horsfield Franco, DODr. Dilshad Atwal, MDDr. Rakesh DaraDr. Lon Yin Laureen Chan
Physical Medicine & RehabilitationPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationPain MedicinePhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Accepts New Patients
20 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian, Punjabi, Chinese (Mandarin)
St. JAMES , NYNew York , NYEast Meadow , NYBay Shore , NY
Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Denice Horsfield Franco

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EmblemHealth
  • Humana
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Denice Horsfield Franco has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Denice Horsfield Franco has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Pain
  • EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Injury
  • Nerve Damage
  • Prosthetics
  • Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery Recovery

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, New York, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 2006

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Denice Franco's office located?
Dr. Denice Franco's office is located at 631 LAKE AVE STE A, St. JAMES, NY, 11780.
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Dr. Denice Franco is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital.
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