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Dr. William Newton, MD

Dr. William Newton, MD

Psychiatry*
50+ years of experience

Dr. William Newton, MD is a psychiatrist in Amityville, NY and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1970. He is affiliated with Huntington Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Psychiatric Group

221 Broadway Amityville, NY 11701

Make an Appointment

(631) 480-6968

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Newton specializes in the area of Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Newton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Newton

3.7

10 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
60%
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4 Star
10%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
30%
30%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
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
1 person found this helpful
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Trish in Massapequa, NY – Jul 02, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Bebe in Holbrook, NY – May 21, 2016
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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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gene lowery in lindenhurst ny – Mar 04, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Farmingdale, NY – Jan 28, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. William Newton, MD is a psychiatrist in Amityville, NY and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1970. He is affiliated with Huntington Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Psychiatry

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Medical School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
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Psychiatry†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Psychiatric Group

William B Newton, MD221 Broadway Amityville, NY 11701
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Huntington Hospital

    270 Park Ave
    Huntington, NY 11743
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

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    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

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

    2% higher than the national average

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