Summary

With 50 years in dermatology, Dr. John Garofalo treats hypoesthesia, sarcoidosis, and acute pain, and performs cryotherapy for skin lesions, laser therapy for skin lesions, and skin lesion treatment or removal. He practices dermatology and is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital and Heart Center.

Dr. Garofalo is board-certified in dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology and in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned his medical degree from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University, and completed residencies at North Shore University Hospital and Henry Ford Hospital, both in 1977. He sees patients in Great Neck, New York.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 50 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Dermatology; Henry Ford Hosp, Dermatology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Rheumatology; North Shore Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 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

Schweiger Dermatology Group

825 Northern BlvdGreat Neck, NY 11021

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50 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Great Neck , NYAmityville , NYFranklin Square , NYStaten Island , NY
Med School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University Med School: Ross University School of Medicine, Dominica, WI Med School: University of Nebraska
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John A Garofalo

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Security Life
  • Transamerica
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

John A Garofalo has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

John A Garofalo has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Acne Rosacea
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Excision
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

John A Garofalo is board certified in Dermatology and Internal medicine by the American Board of Dermatology and American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology and board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Dermatology; Henry Ford Hosp, Dermatology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Rheumatology; North Shore Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine, New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program, North Shore University Hospital in 1977, and Henry Ford Hospital in 1977.

Medical School

Graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University in 1976.

NPI Number

John A Garofalo's NPI number is 1730187774.

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John Garofalo is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital And Heart Center.
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