Summary

Dr. Jacob Walfish is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. With over five decades of medical practice, he brings extensive experience to patient care. Dr. Walfish is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Based at NYU Tisch Hospital in New York, NY, Dr. Walfish focuses on comprehensive internal medicine care. He treats conditions such as influenza and provides essential preventive services including annual physical exams, wellness visits, and immunizations. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 52 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Mount Sinai Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 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

Joan H. & Preston Robert Tisch Center at Essex Crossing

171 Delancey St # 2New York, NY 10002

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Gujarati, Hindi Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish Speaks English
New York , NYFairfield , NJWarren , NJNew York , NY
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College Med School: Guangdong Pharmaceutical University Med School: Sri Ramachandra Med Col
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Jacob S. Walfish

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna HMO
  • Aetna Indemnity
  • Local 1199 - NYU Hospital Member Choice
  • Local 1199 PPO

Medical Specialties

Jacob S. Walfish has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Jacob S. Walfish has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Jacob S. Walfish 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 Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1974.

NPI Number

Jacob S. Walfish's NPI number is 1194763011.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Jacob Walfish speak?
Jacob Walfish speaks English and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Jacob Walfish affiliated with?
Jacob Walfish is affiliated with Nyu Tisch Hospital.

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