Summary

Dr. Leon Nitkin is an experienced obstetrician and gynecologist who has been caring for women for nearly five decades. He earned his medical degree from Molotovskij Medical Institute and completed his residency at Coney Island Hospital. With 49 years of dedicated practice in women's healthcare, Dr. Nitkin brings extensive knowledge to his specialty. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Nitkin practices at Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital and maintains offices in Brooklyn, New York. He specializes in treating common women's health concerns such as vulvitis, vaginitis, and vaginal infections that can occur during pregnancy. His practice includes essential preventive care services like Pap tests and pelvic ultrasounds. Dr. Nitkin also performs tumor marker testing to help monitor women's health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 49 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Coney Island Hospital
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Leon Nitkin has 2 locations

Leon Nitkin A Office

1120 Brighton Beach Ave Ste 60Brooklyn, NY 11235
Mon5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
TueClosed
Wed5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Century Medical And Dental Center

260 Avenue XBrooklyn, NY 11223
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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3.6 
3.2 
49 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati Speaks English Speaks English
Brooklyn , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Perm Medical School Med School: Karnataka Institute Of Medical Sciences Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Medical Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Leon Nitkin

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Liberty Health Advantage
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Leon Nitkin has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Leon Nitkin has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Birth Control
  • C-section
  • Child Birth
  • Hot Flashes
  • Infertility
  • Menopause
  • Menstrual Pain
  • Pap Smear
  • Pelvic Exam
  • Pregnancy
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

Dr. Leon Nitkin 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 Coney Island Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Perm Medical School and Molotovskij Medical Institute in 1977.

NPI Number

Dr. Nitkin's NPI number is 1811017916.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leon Nitkin?
You can find contact information for Dr. Leon Nitkin here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Leon Nitkin speak?
Dr. Leon Nitkin speaks Spanish and English.
Where is Dr. Leon Nitkin's office located?
Dr. Leon Nitkin's office is located at 1120 Brighton Beach Ave Ste 60, Brooklyn, NY, 11235.
Which hospitals is Dr. Leon Nitkin affiliated with?
Dr. Leon Nitkin is affiliated with Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital.
Does Dr. Leon Nitkin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Leon Nitkin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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