Dr. James A. Higgins, DO | East Islip, NY | Family Medicine

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“When you hear hoofbeats, think of horses not zebras.” - Dr. Theodore Woodward. Born and raised in Long Island, Dr. James Higgins has been practicing in East Islip for over 20 years after returning “home” after establishing a large family medicine practice in rural South Carolina. He chose to become a primary care doctor to have one-on-one interactions with his patients and to know he was helping them to make important decisions to maintain and improve the quality of their lives. Dr. Higgins states that his favorite part of being a physician is his daily interactions with his patients as he finds great privilege and joy in sharing their life journeys. Dr Higgins patients describe him as being a good listener, compassionate, and an excellent physician. Dr. Higgins has two sons, both successful in their careers in finance. As proud as he is of their success, he is most proud of how close “the boys” and his entire family have remained over the years. In his free time, Dr. Higgins likes …to kayak, bike, and garden. He is an avid sports fan, enjoying football, hockey, baseball, soccer, and golf. Dr. Higgins lists Alzheimer’s Association and American Cancer Society as causes that remain important to him.

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accepting new patients
4.7

31 Ratings
37 years of experience
43 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
St Josephs Hospital
6 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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I appreciate Dr. James Higgins as my primary doctor and look forward to the doctors care moving forward. Recently referred him to a friend of mine. A new person which is very happy with his services.

November 18th, 2019

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I have been a patient of Dr Higgins for the past 20 years. Not only is Jim an amazing diagnostician with a terrific bedside manner, but he truly cares about his patients, making sure they get the finest health care and treatment available. The office staff is efficient, the desk people know what they are doing, and I always leave with a smile. If you are looking for an old fashioned family doctor who really knows his stuff, Call Dr. Higgins, and bring your whole family.

June 11th, 2019

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he is quite honestly the best primary care Dr. I have ever had, my wife is looking to switch from her Dr. to Him now.

November 9th, 2016

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I have been seeing Dr Higgens for years now. He is a wonderful doctor with a great bedside manner. He is like a friend to me. He is so easy to talk to. I feel very comfortable talking to him about anything. Throughout the years I have had many illnesses including cancer. He is very knowledgeable, anything I had that needed further testing and diagnosis he has always recommended me to the finest physicians.

April 28th, 2016

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doctor Higgins has been my physician for close to 10 years he is 1 of the only if not the only doctor still left that honestly listens and diagnosts the problem , I truly dread that day he retires because the medical community and society will be at a tremendous tremendous loss thank you very much doctor Higgins for all you have already done for me.

March 26th, 2013

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Dr. Higgins is an extreamly good dr. I never once had a problem w/ him, he's even gone so far as to get me into the office after when he would normally close because he couldnt fit me in anywhere else. He goes out of his way to help people and actually cares. I have been going to him for about 5 amost 6 years now.

December 22nd, 2011

Primary PartnerCare Physicians, PLLC

11 Carleton AveEast Islip, NY 11730

Tel: (631) 224-7474


Dr. James A Higgins, DO	Toni Demarco, FNP	Melissa M. Reilly, MSN, FNP	Dr. Dana Aljada
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.7 (31 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
East Islip , NY	Smithtown , NY	Smithtown , NY	East Meadow , NY
Med School: NY College of Osteopathic Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Where is Dr. James Higgins's office located?: Dr. James Higgins's office is located at 11 Carleton Ave, East Islip, NY, 11730.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Higgins affiliated with?: Dr. James Higgins is affiliated with South Shore University Hospital.
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What languages does Dr. James Higgins speak?: Dr. James Higgins speaks English.
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