
44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Handwerker, Pediatrician in New York, NY?
Dr. Lisa Handwerker, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Handwerker completed her residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Pediatrics; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Pediatrics; St Joseph Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Handwerker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Handwerker’s office at (212) 949-4957.
Where did Dr. Handwerker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Pediatrics; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Pediatrics; St Joseph Hosp, Family Medicine
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il
Is Dr. Handwerker board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Lisa Handwerker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Handwerker speak?
Dr. Handwerker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Handwerker typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, conditions treated by Dr. Lisa Handwerker may include:
- Cri du Chat
- Down Syndrome
- Fifth Disease
- Tay Sachs Disease
- Triple X Syndrome
- Turner Syndrome
- VRE
- Whooping Cough
Please contact Dr. Handwerker's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Handwerker typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Lisa Handwerker may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Handwerker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Handwerker accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Handwerker's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Handwerker's office located?
What is Dr. Handwerker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Handwerker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396752127.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Handwerker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Handwerker
What is Dr. Lisa Handwerker's specialty?
Dr. Handwerker is a Pediatrician near New York, NY.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Lisa Handwerker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Handwerker 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 Lisa Handwerker accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Lisa Handwerker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lisa Handwerker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Handwerker's office at (212) 949-4957 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lisa Handwerker?
Please contact Dr. Handwerker's office at (212) 949-4957 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lisa Handwerker have?
Dr. Lisa Handwerker is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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