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Dr. Peter Buffa, MD

Dr. Peter Buffa, MD

Internal Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Peter Buffa, MD is an internist in Bethpage, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center and Concord Hospital-Laconia. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Optum Internal Medicine - Bethpage

4045 Hempstead Tpke Fl 3 Bethpage, NY 11714
Telehealth available
(516) 731-7770

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Buffa specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • 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. Buffa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Buffa

4.6

14 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
79%
79%
4 Star
14%
14%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
7%
7%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Robert Mina – Nov 13, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Harold F. – Feb 29, 2024
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Lisa Nichols – Mar 31, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Mar 17, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Peter Buffa, MD is an internist in Bethpage, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with...read more

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Montefiore Medical Center - Moses Division

    Residency Hospital, 1999

  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Optum Internal Medicine - Bethpage

Optum Internal Medicine - Bethpage4045 Hempstead Tpke Fl 3 Bethpage, NY 11714
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center

    100 Port Washington Blvd
    Roslyn, NY 11576
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    19% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Concord Hospital-Laconia

    80 Highland St
    Laconia, NH 03246

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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