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Dr. Dara Brener, MD

Dr. Dara Brener, MD

Internal Medicine*

Dr. Dara Brener, MD is an internist in Smithtown, NY. She is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

267 E Main St Bldg C Smithtown, NY 11787
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Brener specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Brener's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Brener

3.5
28 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 star
57%
57%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
4%
4%
1 star
32%
32%

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Didn’t take my concerns or issues seriously. Would rather prescribe medications than deal with the actual problem. There’s been a decline in her capacity for care over the past several years, and I think the front staff is even aware of it. One of the women working the desk seemed to understand my frustration with the situation and made a suggestion of seeing another doctor. I haven’t been back since.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 07, 2023
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I cannot speak highly enough about Dr.Brener. She has treated both myself and others, I have referred. Without exception, she is held in high regard by all.
What went well
  • 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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Howard C. – Sep 24, 2021
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I have changed my primary care doctor 4 times over the last 5 years with Dr. Brener as the last change. She has taken the time to truly help me figure out a course of action to help me feel better. I recommend her highly.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Satisfied patient – Apr 28, 2021
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I've received the utmost care and attention to my healthcare needs from Dr. Brenner. She is detailed oriented and continues to ask and track my health progress. I am very pleased and have peace of mind knowing I have her there for 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
1 other person found this helpful
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GMM in Lake Grove – Mar 01, 2021
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My experience with Dr. Brener went very well. She was attentive and asked many questions. I have recommended her 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Gail – Sep 17, 2020
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Dr Brener is a great doctor. When I look at the few bad reviews, I can't help but feel they are talking about her new assistant, Dr Liz Danzi. She is systematically bring down Dr. Breners practice. Totally inept. I don't know where or how she got her medical license. I have always found Dr Dara Brener more than confident. She saved my husband's life by urging him to ER where they discovered he had a heart attack 3 days prior!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Kathy M in St James, NY – Dec 28, 2018
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Horrible manners, barely spends time with you. obviously wants to move on go the next billing. She should be working for DMV not in medicine
What went well
No results
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
4 others found this helpful
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Tom in Long Island, NY – Sep 01, 2018
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I will forever be a patient at Dr. Brener’s office as long as she is in practice. She is extremely knowledgeable and I trust her medical advice and care 100%. She is brilliant , compassionate, thorough and dedicated. She is an advocate for the right and REALISTIC care that I need. She treats you as a person not as a number. I am Extremely grateful that I have found her as a physician. I am comfortable with her every time. Her employees are wonderful and you can tell they are very happy working!
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Brittney Reischel in New York – Feb 23, 2018
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I can't even give her a star. She is very rude and shows no compassion. I witnessed it when I went in with my husband. She would ask him a question and then push and push him for a answer. Like he was a lititle kid. My husband suffers from depression and anxieties. He went home very stressed and and upset. Horrible doctor.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Linda Baez in New york – Dec 05, 2017
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I have never had a Dr. As caring or knowledgeable! My husband and I have been patients since she opened her practice, and she has been like a family member to us. (That's how often we have had medical issues) She has overseen everything, with professionalism! We feel safe in her care!
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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Karen &a Bob Punzi in Smithtown, ny – Apr 26, 2017
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I could barely give this doctor one star. She is profoundly arrogant, highly insulting and verbally abusive. She barely looks at you and stares at the computer most of the time. The worst part is she acts defensive when you tell her anything and then believe it or not...accuses YOU of not listening when.she talks...and she.talks right over you when she figures your few sentences are enough! The friend that.came with me said she'didn't never met a worse Doctor in her whole life!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Lynda Grehan in Centereach, Long Island, New York – Oct 02, 2016
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Gum chewing rude bedside manner prevented me from coming back.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
Karen in Setauket – Mar 02, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Dara Brener, MD is an internist in Smithtown, NY. She is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Internal Medicine

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  • Winthrop - University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Partners In Primary Care A Location of Stony267 E Main St Bldg C Smithtown, NY 11787
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 8:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 2:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office45 Research Way Ste 208A East Setauket, NY 11733
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • 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

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    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

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