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Who is Dr. Giokas, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Troy, NY?
Dr. George Giokas, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Troy, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Giokas completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Giokas is fluent in English, Hindi, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giokas’s office.
Where did Dr. Giokas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Giokas board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. George Giokas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Giokas speak?
Dr. Giokas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Giokas typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Giokas diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Giokas. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Giokas typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. George Giokas may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Giokas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Giokas accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Giokas' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Giokas' office located?
What is Dr. Giokas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Giokas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093745002.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giokas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giokas
What is Dr. George Giokas's specialty?
Dr. Giokas is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Troy, NY.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. George Giokas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Giokas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is George Giokas accepting new patients in Troy, NY?
Yes, Dr. George Giokas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Giokas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Giokas's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Giokas?
Please contact Dr. Giokas's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Giokas have?
Dr. George Giokas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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