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Dr. James Gallagher, MD

Dr. James Gallagher, MD

Critical Care Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James Gallagher, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in New York, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University Of New York Health Sciences in 1992. He is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (45 reviews)

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525 E 68th St New York, NY 10065
Telehealth available

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Dr. Gallagher's Reviews

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4.9
45 ratings, 39 with a written review
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Excellent doctor!
Dr. Gallagher is great! From the moment he took my case he kept me informed and even as the OR was being prepped he took the time to talk to me, answer any questions and keep me calm! He is kind, caring, and compassionate!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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MS – Jan 22, 2025
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The Best Physican
Dr. Gallagher is so personable. He made me and my husband feels very comfortable. They def need more doctors like him. He took such wonderful care of our daughter. God bless him he is one truly amazing.
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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J.S – May 01, 2024
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Treats you like a person
Dr. Gallagher spoke to us person to person. He gave a thorough explanation in simple terms and answered all our questions and concerns. He puts the “care” in “healthcare ”
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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Mar 14, 2024
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Excellent Care
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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Dec 17, 2023
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The Best .
The Best skin graft doctor in new york city. I can't find words to describe how good he is and the professional care I received from this man . Thank you James Gallagher .
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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Joseph Bongiorno – Nov 16, 2023
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Dr. Gallagher is an excellent, caring physician.
He is an excellent diagnostician, great communicator and top healthcare professional
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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Jeffrey – Aug 17, 2023
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Unique Among His Peers
I haven't previously reviewed Dr. Gallagher, so I would like to use this visit as an opportunity to review my entire experience with him. After burning my leg, I ended up in the burn unit under Dr. Gallagher's care. The experience of being in this condition was shocking and frightening, yet the daily meetings with Dr. Gallagher and his team, eased me into the inevitable decision to amputate one of my legs. This was not the immediate decision. Dr. Gallagher made every attempt to save my leg first. Though he is the head of the department, he still made me feel like I was a priority. If I had any questions, and needed to see him again during the day, he made himself available. He is not just a brilliant doctor and surgeon, but he also encompasses a human element with a lot of warmth, compassion and understanding. This softened the difficult and inevitable decision.
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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May 09, 2023
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My visit was amazing, the nurses very nice very professional. I would recommend to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 02, 2022
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I loved the treatment I received from Dr Gallagher & my Nurse Katie & Nurse Practitioner Dr Macklay very attentive and explained in detailed how to treat my injury.
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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Dec 24, 2021
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It was excellent
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 06, 2021
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Great doctor!
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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Nov 13, 2021
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Dr Gallagher and his staff are so attending, kind and courteous. They go the extra mile to answer any and all questions and take the time to listen to our concerns. I would not be here today if it were not for Dr. Gallagher and his team.
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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John Iuzzini – Nov 13, 2021
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Follow up to see if more grafting was needed, good news, No Dr. Gallagher was very helpful and set my mind to ease He is the Best of them All
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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John Iuzzini – Nov 12, 2021
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My visit was a very pleasant one from the security in the lobby to my check up with Dr.Gallagher and assistant!!
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Greg Diaz – May 14, 2021
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excellent medical care
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Francisco – May 09, 2021
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Very knowledgeable, professional who will listen examine and offer his advice
What went well
  • 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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Mar 28, 2021
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Dr.Gallagher always makes me feel comfortable so you can ask questions which he answers
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Jan 29, 2021
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All staff was Great, fantastic and Punctual .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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N/A – Aug 07, 2020
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Had to wait over an hour for my son to be seen, who is an active toddler. No small child should be kept waiting that long.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 08, 2020
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Dr. Gallagher is a patient (noun) professional. He saw me through a horrendous experience-skin graft-and pre and post op care. He and his staff were like cheer leaders for my wife (my caregiver) and for me. Now I am almost well. Thank you
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Sam – Jan 26, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

As a burn surgeon, I am privileged to care for the burn injured patient from the smallest child to the most senior members of our society. Burn injury is sometimes a small blister that requires only my reassurance that healing will take place naturally...read more

biography

James Gallagher, M.D. is an Associate Professor of Clinical Surgery and Director of the William Randolph Hearst Burn Center at NewYork-Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center. A board certified surgeon, Dr. Gallagher has extensive experience...read more

  • Critical Care Medicine

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  • Robert Packer Hospital|robert Parker Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1997

  • New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center|new York-presbyterian Hospital-weill Cornell Medical Center|stony Brook University Medical Cente

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997

  • State University Of New York Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
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New York-Presbyterian Hospital525 E 68th St New York, NY 10065
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