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Dr. Thomas Aronson, MD

Dr. Thomas Aronson, MD

Psychiatry*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Aronson, MD is a psychiatrist in Saint James, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Washington University in 1980. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

220 Lake Ave Ste 1 Saint James, NY 11780
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(631) 265-0909

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Aronson specializes in the area of Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Aronson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Aronson

3.5
14 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
57%
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4 star
7%
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
36%
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I was very bad and Dr Aronson saved my life!! I will be forever grateful to him ! My name was Nancy Crifasi and now Nancy Smith. My husband passed away and I moved to N Carolina. I wish I was close to him because there are times when I wish I could go to him!! He is caring and so knowledgeable. Please if you need help go to him.!!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Nancy Smith – Jan 25, 2024
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He's great. He's been my doc for 15 years.
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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Joel Evans – Aug 17, 2020
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Saved my life. Willing to try treatments other doctors could not be bothered with. Really listens, great with medications.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 08, 2018
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I was his patient for 2 yrs I had BPD, but immediately he ignored tat diagnosis, & misdiagnosed me more than once,treating me w/cocktails of strong drugs in high dosages, I bcame dead inside,but the permanent scaring was wen he sent me over 14 times,thru ECT it was a nightmare & he left out the severity & negative effects..I trusted him & a yr later I'm now dealing w/PTSD, Psycosis & missing gaps of my life. Wen i finally spoke up, he actually slipped, saying he would never put his son thru ECT
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
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
6 others found this helpful
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Melville, NY – Nov 04, 2017
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Yes, I have seen Dr. Aronson. I too practice in the psychiatry field. My husband also an MD. An interaction with a patient treated by Dr. A inspired this review. Dr. Aronson is a capable diagnostician. But,patients are reduced to a psychiatric diagnosis, bypassing the complex human condition. I saw no interest in my life. He clock watches. His demeanor, perfunctory, empathy appears lacking. Therapy was not suggested as an adjunct to medical treatment.An M.D. who should teach or research.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
9 others found this helpful
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marisa Borek in stonybrook – May 07, 2017
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After going to another doctor(?) and being sent to the hospital for a wasted week I was told to see Dr. Aronson because he was the best. Well he saved my life. That's the best you can get
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
5 others found this helpful
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Marty B in Stony Brook, NY – Sep 06, 2016
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Dr. Thomas Aronson, MD is a psychiatrist in Saint James, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Washington University in 1980. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Psychiatry

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  • Washington University

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

Jamie Ross Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist PLLC220 Lake Ave Ste 1 Saint James, NY 11780
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Smithtown Psychiatric Services LLP2 Brooksite Dr Ste 220 Smithtown, NY 11787
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