Dr. Neal Dunkelman, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*
35+ years of experience
Dr. Neal Dunkelman, MD is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Middletown, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Garnet Health Medical Center and Bon Secours Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
3.8 Star Rating
Based on 46 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (46 reviews)
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42 Rykowski Ln Middletown, NY 10941Telehealth available
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dunkelman
3.8
46 ratings, 24 with a written review
| 5 star | 65% | 65% |
| 4 star | 4% | 4% |
| 3 star | 2% | 2% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 28% | 28% |
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Horrible! Zero compassion. Doesn't make eye contact. Gets annoyed when asked questions and actually stated he did not care about my questions. Rude, condescending and judgemental. No concept of Dr/patient rapport or "bedside manner." Only positives are ease of making appointments, short wait time and pleasant office staff.
What went well
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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NY – Oct 11, 2019
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Horrible. He spends 2 minutes with you, he doesn’t look at you, and makes sarcastic remarks. If you go to him from opiate addiction I am warning you he isn’t very kind, he is rude.
His office is very kind when you call them, but are hungry for a copay when you see them.
What went well
- Office environment
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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NY – Sep 10, 2019
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Dr Dunkelman is a very direct and informative provider. He always answers my questions clearly and honestly and I feel like out of any doctors I see for my back hes been the best because he listens and responds so I can understand. I really feel confident in his opinions.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 19, 2019
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He took time and listened to all my complaints.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Lyn in Middletown, NY – Aug 13, 2018
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Wonderful experience, and 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
8 others found this helpful
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M in NEW HAMPTON – Nov 14, 2017
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Dr. Dunkelman has been a great doctor. He really listens to the patients symptoms and tries his best to help make daily life enjoyable for someone experiencing pain. I never feel nervous or anxious when visiting him and he always makes me feel comfortable.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Evan in New Windsor, NY – Apr 06, 2017
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A great doctor in the area.
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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Goshen, NY – Apr 05, 2017
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I'm a hospital Critical Care RN. I would not send my worst enemy to him. He doesn't listen to his patients nor does he make eye contact. And he makes sarcastic comments. I would never use him or recommend him.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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BC in Cumming, GA – Jan 14, 2017
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Excellent caring doc great physical therapy center. Had to go back to Florida where there is no doc liket hat at 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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Tami in Vero Beach, FL – Jan 10, 2017
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Respectful, efficient, and listens to his patients. You're in and out in ten minutes tops. Totally worth the drive to Middletown, and that is saying a lot, I hate driving down there.
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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Boaz in Kiamesha Lake, NY – Dec 23, 2016
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My wife has been seeing him for 3 months he cut her back on her pain meds and is always trying to get her to do water therapy that cost a ton he's real short and his manners are terrible I wouldn't refer anybody to him seems like he's just trying to get your money and if you don't want treatment then he is real nasty
What went well
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Mike jon in Warwick, NY – May 03, 2016
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He is very good with myself and my wife,
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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edward hart in New Hampton, NY – Apr 30, 2016
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Absolutely Great Doctor. He listens to you and treats you with respect. Never talks down to you or make you feel uncomfortable.His staff is always on point and polite. After lifetime of going to my parents doctor they were bought by a big med company, which cause them to lost their personal doctor/patient relationship. Dr.Dunkelmans #1 concerned is your health and helping you get better. I'm very happy that I found him as my doctor, life became a lot less stressful
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
9 others found this helpful
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Randall Stevens Jr in Newburgh, NY – Apr 15, 2016
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i have been with doctor dunkleman for more then 10 years and he is a very good doctor and he cares very much about his patients i have multipal health problems and doctor dunkelman adresses all of my pain problems i would highly recommend him and i have to several other people i know so if you need a good pain doctor or a rehablitation then doctor dunkleman is the right one!!!!!!!
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
5 others found this helpful
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theresa velazquez in Liberty, NY – Apr 11, 2016
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The Dr. And staff are very well rounded. They are professional in the way they conduct there business. They remember you by 1st name and make you feel comfortable. Tanya the receptionist is excellent in remembering everything and making sure you have everything before you leave. There physical therapy person Emily is the best person I have ever been to. Very caring and will even call you if you have not been there for a while to see if you are ok.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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DaDevice in Downstate,NY – Apr 04, 2016
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Dr. Dunkelman's caring attitude comes through in every aspect of his patient and staff connection. He has a calm and helping demeanor, and his genuine care for your issue(s) is evident during his interactions and exams.
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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Paul G in Blooming Grove, NY – Apr 01, 2016
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DR. DUNKELMAN HAS BEEN MY PAIN MANAGEMENT PHYSICIAN FOR WELL OVER 4 YEARS NOW.
HE LISTENS TO THE PATIENT, WHICH IS IMPORTANT TO ME.
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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DENEE TAYLOR in VernMIDDLETOWN , NY – Apr 01, 2016
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This is an excellent, compassionate, and thorough physician. He listens carefully, takes thorough notes, and is always professional. If family and friends lived closer, I would definitely recommend them to Dr. Dunkelman's office. Since I need to visit his office monthly, and have been his patient for several years, I can recommend him without hesitation.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Karen McGovern in Chester, NY – Mar 28, 2016
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Dr. Dunkleman is a very professional, friendly and efficient doctor. I've been seeing him for over 8 years now and I am very pleased with his care of my chronic pain issue. I would definitely recommend him to my family and friends.
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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JEFFREY M. ROBY in Hamburg, NJ – Mar 23, 2016
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There's very little wait time. He really cares about you as a patient and a person
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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Pam Stewarr in Monroe, NY – Mar 14, 2016
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About Me
care philosophy
Patients with chronic pain often become disabled in the pursuit of gaining relief from their pain. My philosophy in pain treatment is based on experience that patients suffer more when their functioning and quality of life are impaired. My goal...read morebiography
2015 ranked #12 out of 1244 Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians in New York State by HealthgradesPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Pain Medicine
Sports Medicine
Sports Medicine Pain Management
Sports Preventive Medicine
Sports Rehabilitation Medicine
Sports Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Men's Sports Medicine
Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Pain Medicine
Rehabilitation
Physical Therapy
Clinical Electrophysiology Physical Therapy
Neurological Physical Therapy
Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Sports Physical Therapy
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Private Practice - Solo
New York Presbyterian Hospital
Residency Hospital, 1991Nyu Downtown Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1988State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine
Medical School, 1987Bucknell University
Undergraduate School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
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85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
78%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well3% higher than the national average
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83%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
80%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well5% higher than the national average
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85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
73%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well3% lower than the national average
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