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Dr. Michael Palese, MD

Dr. Michael Palese, MD

Urology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Palese, MD is a urologist in New York, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Palese has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mount Sinai Brooklyn and Mount Sinai Morningside. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 75 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (75 reviews)

Dr. Palese is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Palese specializes in the area of Urology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Palese's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Palese

4.9

75 ratings, 8 with a written review
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Ken R – Mar 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
2 people found this helpful
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John Macri – Sep 04, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Jul 20, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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May 14, 2019
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Andrew in NYC – Feb 08, 2019
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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
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Sep 19, 2018
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mark in New York, NY – Mar 10, 2016
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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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Nancy Ellman in New York, NY – Feb 02, 2016
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biography

Dr. Michael Palese, MD is a urologist in New York, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Palese has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 1997....read more
  • Urology

  • Laparoscopic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • New York Presbyterian Hospital - New York Weill Cornell Center|new York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004
  • University Of Maryland Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1998
  • Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urology
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Dr. Palese is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mount Sinai Brooklyn

      3201 Kings Hwy
      Brooklyn, NY 11234
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

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    • Mount Sinai Morningside

      1111 Amsterdam Ave
      New York, NY 10025
      Recipient of 24
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      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.

      79%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% lower than the national average

      72%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Mount Sinai West

      1000 10th Ave
      New York, NY 10019
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

      View all awards
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