3.9
14 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Melvin Polkow has practiced pulmonology and critical care medicine for 49 years. He sees patients in Lodi and Hackensack, New Jersey, and completed his residency at University Hospital SUNY Stony Brook. He speaks Italian and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Polkow 3.86 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 49 years of experience
- 5 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Italian, Spanish
- University Hospital Suny Stony Brook
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Melvin S Polkow has 2 locationsNorthern New Jersey Pulmonary Associates
160 Essex St Ste 103Lodi, NJ 07644 Tel: (551) 996-1370
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Melvin S Polkow, MD | Laurie P Murray, MD | Marc B. Feinstein, MD | Rammohan Gumpeni, MD |
| Pulmonology | Pulmonology | Pulmonology | Pulmonology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 49 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 61 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Italian, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks Tamil, Telugu | |
| Lodi , NJ | New York , NY | New York , NY | Flushing , NY |
| Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: Donald And Barbara Zucker School Of Medicine At Hofstra/Northwell | Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla | Med School: Madras Medical College - India |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melvin S Polkow
Medical Specialties
Dr. Melvin S Polkow has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Melvin S Polkow has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
49 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Hospital Suny Stony Brook.
Medical School
Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1977.
NPI Number
Dr. Polkow's NPI number is 1972677169.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Melvin Polkow's office located?
- Dr. Melvin Polkow's office is located at 160 Essex St Ste 103, Lodi, NJ, 07644.
- Does Dr. Melvin Polkow accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Melvin Polkow accepts on their Vitals profile.
- What languages does Dr. Melvin Polkow speak?
- Dr. Melvin Polkow speaks Italian and Spanish.
- Is Dr. Melvin Polkow accepting new patients?
- Dr. Melvin Polkow is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Melvin Polkow's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Does Dr. Melvin Polkow accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Melvin Polkow has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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