Summary

Dr. Derek Chung is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in hematology, bringing expertise in blood disorders and comprehensive adult care. He earned his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brooklyn Hospital Center. With over four decades of medical practice, Dr. Chung has developed extensive experience in treating complex internal medicine conditions. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Chung practices at The Brooklyn Hospital Center in Brooklyn, New York. His clinical focus includes managing high cholesterol in children and teens, treating high blood pressure, and addressing various blood lipid disorders. He performs comprehensive blood count testing and thyroid function evaluations as part of his diagnostic approach. Patients rate Dr. Chung 4.1 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.1
  • 42 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Brooklyn Hospital Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

The Brooklyn Hospital Center

121 Dekalb AveBrooklyn, NY 11201

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English
Brooklyn , NYNew York , NYScarsdale , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derek George Chung

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EmblemHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Derek George Chung has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Derek George Chung has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Cancer
  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hematology
  • Immunization
  • Leukemia
  • Multiple Myeloma (Cancer of Plasma Cells)
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Brooklyn Hospital Center

Medical School

Ross University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Derek Chung accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Derek Chung has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Is Dr. Derek Chung accepting new patients?
Dr. Derek Chung has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Derek Chung accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Derek Chung affiliated with?
Dr. Derek Chung is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital Center.

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