Summary

Dr. Lax graduated from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1983. He works in Rockville Centre, NY and 4 other locations and specializes in Nephrology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Lax is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center, Mount Sinai South Nassau, NORTHWELL HEALTH HOSPITAL and KATZ WOMENS HOSPITAL AT NORTH SHORE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 43 years of experience
  • speaks English, Polish, Spanish
  • New York University
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Douglas S Lax has 5 locations

Island Renal Physicians Rockville Centre

364 Merrick RdRockville Centre, NY 11570
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercy Medical Center

1000 N Village AveRockville Centre, NY 11570

Mount Sinai South Nassau

1 Healthy WayOceanside, NY 11572

South Nassau Outpatient Dialysis Center

3618 Oceanside RdOceanside, NY 11572
Mon5:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue5:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed5:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu5:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri5:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat5:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Northwell Health Hospital

300 Community DrManhasset, NY 11030

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Dr. Douglas S Lax, DODr. Oleh M. Akchurin, MD, PhDDr. Ali G Gharavi, MDDr. Sumit Mohan, MD
NephrologyNephrologyNephrologyNephrology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.8 
4.5 
43 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Polish, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Rockville Centre , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Vinnica Pirogov Mem State Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Kasturba Medical College Manipal
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas S Lax

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Douglas S Lax has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Douglas S Lax has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Hemodialysis
  • Internal Medicine
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Dr. Douglas S Lax holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York University.

Medical School

Graduated from New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Lax's NPI number is 1093790800.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Douglas Lax speak?
Dr. Douglas Lax speaks English, Polish, and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Douglas Lax affiliated with?
Dr. Douglas Lax is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center, Mount Sinai South Nassau, NORTHWELL HEALTH HOSPITAL, and KATZ WOMENS HOSPITAL AT NORTH SHORE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL.
Where is Dr. Douglas Lax's office located?
Dr. Douglas Lax's office is located at 364 Merrick Rd, Rockville Centre, NY, 11570.
Does Dr. Douglas Lax accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Douglas Lax accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Douglas Lax accepting new patients?
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