3.7
6 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Smitha Pillai treats Alzheimer's disease, hyperlipidemia, and high cholesterol in children and teens, and performs outpatient rehabilitation and physical therapy. She practices internal medicine and geriatric medicine and has 26 years of experience.
Dr. Pillai completed her residency at New York Medical College and is affiliated with Elmhurst Hospital Center and Northport VA Medical Center, where she sees patients in Northport, New York. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Pillai 3.67 out of 5.
Dr. Pillai completed her residency at New York Medical College and is affiliated with Elmhurst Hospital Center and Northport VA Medical Center, where she sees patients in Northport, New York. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Pillai 3.67 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 26 years of experience
- New York Medical College
- 2 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Dr. Smitha Karunakaran Pillai, MD | Dr. Peter George Hasapis, MD | Eric Harker | Dr. Amr Ali Shady, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 26 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Russian, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Arabic | |
| Northport , NY | New Canaan , CT | Lyons , CO | East Syracuse , NY |
| Med School: Kasturba Medical College Manipal | Med School: Cornell University Medical College | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Smitha Karunakaran Pillai
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Smitha Karunakaran Pillai has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Smitha Karunakaran Pillai has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
26 Years Experience
Dr. Smitha Karunakaran Pillai 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 Kasturba Medical College Manipal in 2000.
NPI Number
Dr. Pillai's NPI number is 1467465559.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Smitha Pillai affiliated with?
- Dr. Smitha Pillai is affiliated with Elmhurst Hospital Center and Northport Va Medical Center.
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