Summary

Dr. Teresita Santiago Escalera is an obstetrician and gynecologist who earned her medical degree from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine. She completed her residency training at the University of Hawaii, bringing 18 years of experience to her practice. Dr. Escalera is fluent in Spanish and Italian, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Escalera practices at Northwell Health Hospital and maintains locations throughout New York, including New Hyde Park, Massapequa, Garden City, and Manhattan. She specializes in treating sexually transmitted infections and vaginitis, helping women manage these common but sensitive health concerns. Her practice includes performing pelvic ultrasounds and pregnancy tests to provide comprehensive reproductive health care. Patients have given Dr. Escalera an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 18 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Italian
  • University Of Hawaii
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 59 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 10 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Teresita Desiree Santiago Escalera has 10 locations

Garden Obgyn

3333 NEW HYDE PARK RD STE 100NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11042
Mon8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SunClosed

Garden OB/GYN- New Hyde Park

3333 New Hyde Park Road Suite 101 and 102New Hyde Park, NY 11042

Long Island Jewish Medical Center

27005 76th AveNew Hyde Park, NY 11040

Garden Obgyn

4150 Sunrise HwyMassapequa, NY 11758
Mon8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 2:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 2:30 pm
SunClosed

Garden Obgyn

6463 Austin St Apt 1ARego Park, NY 11374
Mon2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 2:00 pm
SunClosed

Garden Obgyn

200 Garden City Plz Ste 100aGarden City, NY 11530
Mon8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 2:00 pm
SunClosed

Garden Obgyn

5036 Jericho Tpke Ste 205Commack, NY 11725
Mon2:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 2:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 2:30 pm
SunClosed

Garden Obgyn

7 W 51st St Fl 4New York, NY 10019
Mon10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Garden Obgyn

260 E 67TH ST STE BNEW YORK, NY 10065
Mon8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Dr. Teresita Desiree Santiago Escalera, MDDr. Norma Perez Veridiano, MDDr. Marieme Mbaye, MDDr. Raufa Faroqui, MD
Obstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & Gynecology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
4.2 
3.2 
18 Years of Experience 62 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Italian Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati
NEW HYDE PARK , NYBrooklyn , NYBrooklyn , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine Med School: Far Eastern University Inst Of Med Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Karnataka Institute Of Medical Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Teresita Desiree Santiago Escalera

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - IPA
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EmblemHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Teresita Desiree Santiago Escalera has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Teresita Desiree Santiago Escalera has the following 59 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Amenorrhea
  • Anemia
  • Bacterial Vaginosis
  • Biopsy
  • Birth Control
  • C-section
  • Cervical Tumor (Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia, CIN)
  • Child Birth
  • Colposcopy
  • Dilatation and Curettage
  • Dysmenorrhea
  • Ectopic Pregnancy
  • Endometrial Hyperplasia
  • Endometriosis
  • Fallen Bladder (Cystocele)
  • Fibrocystic Breast Disease
  • Gestational Diabetes
  • Gynecologic Surgical Procedures
  • Gynecology
  • Hot Flashes
  • Hysterectomy (Uterus)
  • Hysterectomy (Vaginal)
  • Hysteroscopic Surgery
  • Infertility
  • Inflammation of the Vulva and Vagina (Vulvovaginitis)
  • Inflammation of Vulva (Vulvitis)
  • Intrauterine Device (IUD)
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Splenectomy)
  • Laproscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Menopause
  • Menstrual Pain
  • Menstruation Disturbances
  • Miscarriage (Incomplete)
  • Miscarriage (Missed)
  • Miscarriage (Recurrent)
  • Miscarriage (Threatened)
  • Oligomenorrhea
  • Ovarian Cyst (Parovarian Cyst)
  • Ovarian Cysts
  • Painful Urination (Dysuria)
  • Pap Smear
  • Pelvic Exam
  • Placenta Previa
  • PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome)
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
  • Pre-Eclampsia
  • Pregnancy
  • Prenatal Care
  • Rh Isoimmunization
  • STD (Sexually Transmitted Diseases)
  • Trichomonas Vaginitis
  • Tubal Ligation (Permanent Sterilization in Women)
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Urinary Incontinence, Urge
  • Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
  • Uterine Bleeding (Hematometra)
  • Uterine Cervical Dysplasia
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Hawaii

Medical School

Ponce Health Sciences University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2008

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Dr. Teresita Santiago Escalera speaks Spanish and Italian.
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Dr. Teresita Santiago Escalera is affiliated with NORTHWELL HEALTH HOSPITAL.

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