Dr. Josef Shimonov, MD | Brooklyn, NY | Geriatrician

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Dr. Josef Shimonov treats hyperlipidemia, high cholesterol in children and teens, and heart failure, and has practiced geriatric medicine and internal medicine for 35 years. He is affiliated with Maimonides Medical Center and sees patients in Brooklyn, New York.

Dr. Shimonov completed his residency at New York Medical College and trained at Samarkand State Medical Institute. He speaks English and Russian. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shimonov 4.77 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.8

22 Ratings
35 years of experience
speaks English, Russian
New York Medical College
13 written reviews
2 specialties
7 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. Shimonov's Ratings and Reviews

4.8

22 Ratings with 13 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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With expertise, compassion and care, Dr. Shimonov provides service that is extraordinaire, I highly recommend him in the Brooklyn tier.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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January 10th, 2024

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Theodore Roosevelt states “that people don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care”. I find this to be especially pertinent in a patient and physician setting. Categorically, we applaud Dr. Shimonov for his care, dedication and expertise for his patients. The "journey" of medical challenges can be “bumpy” but a compassionate and competent provider like Dr. Shimonov can ease the "bumps" along the "way" with effective and efficient "navigation" strategies for all concerned "passengers" and patients.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 24th, 2022

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Good diagnostician! Great bedside manors!

March 18th, 2020

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This Dr. is amazing! He diagnoses so accurately when the other dr I went to got it wrong. After going to Dr. Shimonov he treated me for my problem and I feel great all thanks to doctor shimonov. May God bless him

August 29th, 2019

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To whom this may concern, Doctor shimonov is one of the most accurate and dedicated doctors I have experienced from any other pcp/doc. Thank god, i have finally found the right specialist for my diagnosis and life!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 7th, 2018

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best doctor ever!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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December 18th, 2014

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So happy I switched to him. Very caring very smart. 5 out of 5

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 26th, 2013

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Dr. Shimonov is amazing. He makes house calls. He diagnoses accurately & quickly. He treats aggressively and effectively. He follows up. He takes and returns calls. He has a warm bedside manner. He sincerely cares for his patients' well being.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 13th, 2013

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Dr. Josef Shimonov is an excellent doctor. He is a caring and compassionate doctor. He is very knowledgeable!I've seen same doctor for over 10 years he is very nice and treats you very well and asks you if you have any questions

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 28th, 2011

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Dr. Shimonov is amazing. Thank you doctor for being so concerned and so caring. I am glad that you are my primary care doctor!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 4th, 2011

Shimonov Josef Office

1266 51st StBrooklyn, NY 11219

Tel: (718) 269-5151

Mon2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Wed2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Thu12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Fri10:00 am - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

Sun9:00 am - 4:00 pm


Dr. Josef Shimonov, MD	Mahesh Kumar, APN	Dr. James M Lai, MD	Perminder Dhillon, MD
Geriatric Medicine	Geriatric Medicine	Geriatric Medicine	Geriatric Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (22 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.3 (17 Ratings)	3.5 (13 Ratings)
35 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	26 Years of Experience	50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian	Speaks English, Russian, Hindi, Punjabi	Speaks English	Speaks English, French
Brooklyn , NY	Bergenfield , NJ	New York , NY	Brooklyn , NY
Med School: Samarkand State Medical Institute	Med School: Kharkov Medicla Institute	Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine	Med School: Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Dr. Josef Shimonov holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York Medical College.

Medical School

Graduated from Samarkand State Medical Institute in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Shimonov's NPI number is 1346497773.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Josef Shimonov affiliated with?: Dr. Josef Shimonov is affiliated with Maimonides Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Josef Shimonov speak?: Dr. Josef Shimonov speaks English and Russian.
Where is Dr. Josef Shimonov's office located?: Dr. Josef Shimonov's office is located at 1266 51st St, Brooklyn, NY, 11219.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Josef Shimonov?: You can find contact information for Dr. Josef Shimonov here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Josef Shimonov accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Josef Shimonov accepts on their Vitals profile.

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