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Dr. Joel Kreitzer, MD

Dr. Joel Kreitzer, MD

Pain Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Joel Kreitzer, MD is a pain medicine physician in New York, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center and Hospital for Special Surgery. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

1540 York Ave New York, NY 10028
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kreitzer specializes in the areas of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine. See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Kreitzer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kreitzer

3.8
10 ratings, 5 with a written review
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1 star
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Dr. Kreitzer was the only doctor that I have been to in the past three years to help me with back pain. After very complicated and intense surgery on my spine three years ago, I was in excruciating pain. I went to numerous doctors, none of whom could help me. Dr. Kreitzer diagnosed the source of my pain, gave me three injections, and for the first time in years I feel great improvement. He is a lovely person, low key, kind, and I believe he wants to do the best he can for his patients. I have no words to really describe the relief I now feel. God bless him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aspasia Diapoulis – Dec 05, 2020
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Dr. Kreitzer is a wonder doctor. He is also a kind and caring person who takes his time with me as an individual. He always tries to help me and discusses my problems with me with understanding and patience. His ability at giving me pain releaving shots is remarkably painless and has really helped me. The women working at the office are particularly nice and caring. I like him very much and highly recommend him .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Cynthia in Staten Island, NY – Dec 20, 2018
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Dr. Kreitzer is an exceedingly knowledgeable, caring, & compassionate doctor. He tries to keep his patients as comfortable as possible, while being very reassuring & strives to remove any & all fears. I initially thought when I met him, that he was a tad gruff. However, often first impressions are deceiving. He's a true diamond in the rough with an impeccable bedside manner. I say this in all honesty, having had the privilege of working with him for quite some time: I VERY proudly recommend him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Rebecca M. in Passaic, NJ – Aug 16, 2018
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I found Dr. Kreitzer to only do what is on his agenda. He didn't ce about anything I had to say. He said recent studies show that opioids are contraindicated in the treatment of endometriosis pain. I asked him to please print the article for me. He refused and brushed me off saying it's all over the internet and that I could find it. I looked on the internet, and there is no such article. I again asked him to please print it for me, he rudely turned his back and ignored me. He is rude!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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RC in none – Jun 14, 2018
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Good doctor but horrible bedside manner. Snippy. If you can find some one else who is decent it would probably be a better experience all around.
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 others found this helpful
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Bronx, NY – Jul 03, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joel Kreitzer, MD is a pain medicine physician in New York, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cooperman...read more
  • Pain Medicine

  • Anesthesiology

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  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Upper East Side Pain Medicine PC1540 York Ave New York, NY 10028
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Practice

Long Island Medical Anesthesiology P C.192 E Shore Rd Great Neck, NY 11023
2
Manhattan Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Group PC57 W 57th St Fl 15 New York, NY 10019
3
Terry D. Krekorian MD Inc. A Professional Medical Corporation804 Scott Nixon Memorial Dr Augusta, GA 30907
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hospital for Special Surgery

    535 E 70th St
    New York, NY 10021
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    24% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • North Shore University Hospital

    300 Community Dr
    Manhasset, NY 11030
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

    94 Old Short Hills Rd
    Livingston, NJ 07039
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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