Summary

Dr. Geraldine Vaz is a board-certified internal medicine physician who has dedicated over three decades to caring for patients. She earned her medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and completed her residency training at University Hospital. With 33 years of clinical experience, Dr. Vaz brings extensive knowledge to the diagnosis and treatment of adult medical conditions. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Vaz practices at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Jamaica, New York, where she focuses on comprehensive internal medicine care. She specializes in managing weight-related health concerns and treating high blood pressure, including urgent hypertensive situations. Her clinical expertise includes performing essential diagnostic procedures such as heart rhythm monitoring and general blood work. Dr. Vaz also provides alcohol use disorder screening as part of her commitment to preventive care. Patients consistently rate her care highly, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 33 years of experience
  • 60 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center

8900 Van Wyck ExpyJamaica, NY 11418
Mon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SunClosed

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
33 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu Speaks English
Jamaica , NYFlushing , NYFlushing , NYNew York , NY
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA COLLEGE OF MEDICINE Med School: Darbhanga Medical College Lalitnarayan Mithila University Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Geraldine Sandra Vaz

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • CenterLight Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Davis Vision
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - HMO
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • Hamaspik Choice - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - HMO
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior Vision
  • The Hartford
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • VillageCareMax
  • VillageCareMax - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Geraldine Sandra Vaz has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Geraldine Sandra Vaz has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Dr. Geraldine Sandra Vaz 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 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA COLLEGE OF MEDICINE in 1996 and University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Vaz's NPI number is 1982766697.

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Dr. Geraldine Vaz speaks English and Spanish.
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