Summary

Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn is an internal medicine physician with specialized expertise in nephrology who has been treating patients for 28 years. She earned her medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed her residency at LI Jewish Medical Center. Her dual specialty allows her to provide comprehensive primary care while focusing on kidney health and related conditions. Dr. Gelfenshteyn speaks both English and Russian, helping her connect with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Gelfenshteyn practices at several locations throughout Queens and Manhasset, New York, with affiliations at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New York City Health and Hospitals Queens, and Jamaica Hospital Medical Center. She specializes in managing high cholesterol and hypertension, conditions that significantly impact kidney function and overall health. Her approach includes thorough diagnostic testing such as complete blood counts and lipid panels to monitor patient progress. Patients rate Dr. Gelfenshteyn 3.5 out of 5 stars for her care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 28 years of experience
  • speaks English, Russian
  • Li Jewish Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn has 4 locations

Advantagecare Physicians Jamaica Estates Medical Office

18005 Hillside AveQueens, NY 11432
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Long Island Jewish Medical Center

27005 76th AveNew Hyde Park, NY 11040

Northwell Health Hospital

300 Community DrManhasset, NY 11030

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Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn, MDDr. Rajiv Kinkhabwala, MDGwendolyn Lee Beetle, NPDr. Natasha S Freeman
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.5 
4.1 
4.9 
28 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian Speaks English Speaks English
Queens , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Hemodialysis
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Nephrology
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Li Jewish Medical Center

Medical School

Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva UniversityGraduated in 1998

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Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn speaks English and Russian.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn affiliated with?
Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New York City Health And Hospitals Queens, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, NORTHWELL HEALTH HOSPITAL, Katz Womens Hospital At Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and KATZ WOMENS HOSPITAL AT NORTH SHORE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL.
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