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Dr. Phil Whang, MD

Dr. Phil Whang, MD

Geriatric Psychiatry*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Phil Whang, MD is a geriatric psychiatrist in Newark, NJ and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Jersey City Medical Center and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

20 Washington Pl Newark, NJ 07102
Telehealth available

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(973) 645-3042

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Whang specializes in the areas of Geriatric Psychiatry, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation & Psychiatry. • 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 Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Whang's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Whang

4.0

4 ratings
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About Me

biography

Dr. Phil Whang, MD is a geriatric psychiatrist in Newark, NJ and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Jersey...read more

  • Geriatric Psychiatry

  • Psychiatry

  • Brain Injury 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.

  • Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Geriatric Psychiatry
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

East Orange VAMC20 Washington Pl Newark, NJ 07102
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • 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

  • Holy Name Medical Center

    718 Teaneck Rd
    Teaneck, NJ 07666

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Chilton Medical Center

    97 W Parkway
    Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    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

    View all 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 nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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