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Dr. Salvatore Zavarella, DO

Dr. Salvatore Zavarella, DO

Neurosurgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Salvatore Zavarella, DO is a neurosurgeon in West Islip, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NY College Osteo Med in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St Charles Hospital and South Shore University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

1175 Montauk Hwy Ste 6 West Islip, NY 11795
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(631) 422-5371

Dr. Zavarella is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Zavarella specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • 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 Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Zavarella's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zavarella

4.1

22 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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1 Star
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What could be improved
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Dana Varricchio – Feb 13, 2025
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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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Carol Koch – Apr 17, 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
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Andreassi – May 03, 2022
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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
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Anne – Nov 05, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
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R. Nicholas – May 18, 2021
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Joe Comp , Holbrook – Sep 25, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jack Byrnes – May 13, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Jun 05, 2019
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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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Danielle VanValen in Islip, NY – Jun 04, 2019
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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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Danielle VanValen in ISLIP, NY – Jun 04, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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May 03, 2019
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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
Helpful
Todd in Sayville – Sep 11, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
West Islip – Sep 01, 2018
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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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 05, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
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Ruth Gilligan in Bayport New York – Feb 02, 2018
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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
7 people found this helpful
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Neal Mallor in Oyster Bay, NY – Aug 11, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Zavarella's focus is to treat neurosurgical disorders with a non-operative conservative or minimally invasive approach when possible, and when surgery is indicated he is able to offer a wide range of open and minimally invasive options tailored to each patient.

biography

Dr. Salvatore M. Zavarella is a board certified neurosurgeon, and is an integral part of the neurosurgical team at LINPS. Dr. Zavarella obtained his medical degree from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his general surgery...read more

  • Neurosurgery

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Neurological Spine Reconstructive Surgery

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  • M D Anderson Cancer Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2015

  • North Shore & Lij Medical Centers

    Residency Hospital, 2014

  • Ny College Osteo Med

    Medical School, 2008
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Zavarella is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Kevin Mullins MD PC1175 Montauk Hwy Ste 6 West Islip, NY 11795
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    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:45am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Fri: 12:00pm - 3:00pm
    • Directions
    South Shore Medical Care & Diagnostic PC4681 Veterans Memorial Hwy Holbrook, NY 11741
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    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 9:00am - 3:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Neurocare Long Island722 Montauk Hwy West Islip, NY 11795
    3

    Practice

    Neurocare Long Island110 E Main St Ste 2B Huntington, NY 11743
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 9:00am - 3:00pm
    • Directions

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St Charles Hospital

      200 Belle Terre Rd
      Port Jefferson, NY 11777
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • South Shore University Hospital

      301 E Main St
      Bay Shore, NY 11706
      Recipient of 21
      hospital awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center

      1000 Montauk Hwy
      West Islip, NY 11795
      Recipient of 4
      hospital 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

      71%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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