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Dr. Paul Ackerman, MD

Dr. Paul Ackerman, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Ackerman, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Brooklyn, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Glen Cove Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

3500 Nostrand Ave Brooklyn, NY 11229

Make an Appointment

(718) 338-0909

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ackerman is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital Brooklyn, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ackerman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ackerman

4.3

18 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
78%
78%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
11%
11%

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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
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Dec 04, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
QUEENS, NY – Dec 04, 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
NY – Oct 02, 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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 12, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
new york – Mar 06, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
PA in New York – Aug 01, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dan Walker in New York, NY – Jul 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Paul Ackerman, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Brooklyn, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Glen Cove Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1977
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Locations

Practice

Nostrand Ambulatory Services LLC3500 Nostrand Ave Brooklyn, NY 11229
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Office3041 Avenue U Ste 3 Brooklyn, NY 11229
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Glen Cove Hospital

    101 Saint Andrews Ln
    Glen Cove, NY 11542

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Newyork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital

    506 6th St
    Brooklyn, NY 11215
    Recipient of 17
    hospital awards

    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.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center

    270 05 76 Ave
    New Hyde Park, NY 11040
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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)

    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.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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