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Internal Medicine Doctors in Staten Island, NY

Internists are doctors for adults. They manage everyday health and long-term conditions, and coordinate care with specialists. Below are 30 internal medicine doctors with a practice in Staten Island, New York, from the federal NPI Registry, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Internal Medicine Doctors in Staten Island

  1. Sonia Chokshi, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10310
  2. Teresa Attina, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10310
  3. Siham El Kouachi, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10310
  4. Kerry Cao, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10305
  5. Dhruv D. Patel, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10305
  6. Loai Dahabra Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10305
  7. Mario Castellanos Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10305
  8. Gerald G. Dimaso, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10309
  9. Mary Rose Q. Lee-Llacer, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10314
  10. Pejmahn Eftekharzadeh, DO Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10305
  11. Garbis Dabaghian, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10305
  12. Alla Shakhanova, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10312
  13. Vincent P. De Gennaro, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10308
  14. John F. Bachi, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10310
  15. Chadik M. Hewlett, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10305
  16. Frank V. Carpiniello, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10314
  17. Alexander Gecht, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10314
  18. Bhavita Desai, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10305
  19. Niyaz M. Arif, DO Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10305
  20. Seth U. Brum, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10314
  21. Deba Banerji, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10312
  22. Lilia Levitz, DO Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10306
  23. Hassan El Bakkar, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10305
  24. Nawaraj Adhikari, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10305
  25. Sanath Dharmasena, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10304
  26. Frank Cardello, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10312
  27. Dagim Desta, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10310
  28. Gustave S. Drivas, MD, Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10312
  29. Maria Pablo, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10314
  30. Ohm Ma, MD Internal Medicine Staten Island, NY 10310

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see an internal medicine doctor

Common reasons

  • Yearly check-ups and preventive care
  • High blood pressure and cholesterol
  • Blood sugar concerns
  • Fatigue, aches and symptoms that are hard to pin down
  • Several conditions at once

Signs it may be time

  • You need a regular doctor who looks at the whole picture
  • A symptom has lasted more than a couple of weeks
  • Your labs came back outside the reference range
  • You were told to "follow up with your primary care doctor"

How to get the most from your internal medicine doctor visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • Notes on any symptom: when it started, how often, how strong
2

During: questions to ask

  • What do you think is going on, and what else could it be?
  • Which tests do I need, and what will they change?
  • What should I watch for before the next visit?
  • When should I call you instead of waiting?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • Symptoms in your own words, with the time of day
  • Sleep, energy and stress
  • Blood pressure or weight, if your doctor asked you to track them

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

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Questions

How do I find an internal medicine doctor in Staten Island?

This page lists 30 internal medicine doctors with a practice in Staten Island, New York (ZIP codes 10304, 10305, 10306, 10308, 10309, 10310 and more), from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see an internal medicine doctor in Staten Island?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first internal medicine doctor appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; Notes on any symptom: when it started, how often, how strong.

What is the difference between internal medicine and family medicine?

Internists care for adults only and train deeply in adult conditions. Family medicine doctors care for all ages, from children to older adults. Both can be your primary care doctor.

How often should I see an internist?

Many adults have a yearly check-up, and more often when a condition is being managed. Your doctor will suggest a schedule that fits your health.

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