Summary

Dr. Tamekia Wakefield is a board-certified otolaryngologist specializing in head and neck surgery with 28 years of experience treating patients with ear, nose, and throat conditions. She earned her medical degree from the prestigious Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and has built extensive expertise in both general ENT care and surgical interventions. Dr. Wakefield is fluent in Spanish and Korean, allowing her to serve diverse communities throughout New York.

Dr. Wakefield practices at multiple locations across New York, including Bayside, Astoria, and New York City, with hospital affiliations at Long Island Jewish Valley Stream. She specializes in treating conditions such as fluid buildup in the ears, hearing loss, and hearing difficulties in children. Her practice focuses on comprehensive hearing evaluations through advanced testing methods like audiograms and tympanometry. Patients rate Dr. Wakefield 4.8 out of 5 stars, reflecting her commitment to providing exceptional care and expertise in otolaryngology.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 28 years of experience
  • 50 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Korean
  • Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
  • 104 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Tamekia Lavern Wakefield has 7 locations

ENT and Allergy Associates - Astoria

3119 Newtown Ave Ste 201Astoria, NY 11102

The Mount Sinai Hospital

1468 Madison AveNew York, NY 10029

Flushing Hospital Medical Center

4500 Parsons BlvdFlushing, NY 11355

Ent And Allergy Associates Llp

3526 FRANCIS LEWIS BLVD FL GRDFLUSHING, NY 11358
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

The Mount Sinai Hospital

1 Gustave L Levy PlNew York, NY 10029

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Korean Speaks English Speaks Korean Speaks Spanish, English
Bayside , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Tamekia Lavern Wakefield

  • 1199SEIU
  • 1199SEIU - PPO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Centivo
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • ConnectiCare
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - PPO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - PPO
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Tamekia Lavern Wakefield has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Tamekia Lavern Wakefield has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Surgery
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Dr. Tamekia Lavern Wakefield 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

Medical School

Graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Wakefield's NPI number is 1487656849.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Tamekia Lavern Wakefield speak?
Dr. Tamekia Lavern Wakefield speaks Spanish and Korean.
Where is Dr. Tamekia Lavern Wakefield's office located?
Dr. Tamekia Lavern Wakefield's office is located at 21033 26th Ave, Bayside, NY, 11360.
Is Dr. Tamekia Lavern Wakefield accepting new patients?
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