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Dr. George Kessler, MD

Dr. George Kessler, MD

Family Medicine*
50+ years of experience

Dr. George Kessler, MD is a family medicine physician in New York, NY and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Stony Brook University Hospital and Hospital for Special Surgery. He is not accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

165 W End Ave Apt 1K New York, NY 10023
(212) 877-7043

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kessler specializes in the areas of Anatomic & Clinical Pathology & Family Practice/OMT. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Kessler's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kessler

4.5

11 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
9%
9%

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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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Ken Micallef – Jun 09, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 03, 2020
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What went well
  • 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 A – Aug 26, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. George Kessler, MD is a family medicine physician in New York, NY and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as...read more

  • Family Medicine

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

  • University Of Pittsburgh

    Residency Hospital, 1977

  • Hershey Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1974

  • Penn State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pathology®
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Anatomic & Clinical Pathology
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians®
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Family Practice/OMT
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Locations

Practice

George J. Kessler DO PC165 W End Ave Apt 1K New York, NY 10023
1

Practice

New York Presbyterian Hospital505 E 70th St New York, NY 10021
2

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 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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    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.

    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

  • New York-Presbyterian Hospital

    525 E 68th St
    New York, NY 10065
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    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

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

  • Stony Brook University Hospital

    101 Nicolls Rd
    Stony Brook, NY 11794
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    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.

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

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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