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Dr. Wendy Vargas, MD

Dr. Wendy Vargas, MD

Pediatric Neurology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Wendy Vargas, MD is a pediatric neurologist in New York, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from SUNY DWNSTATE M C College of Medicine|Suny Downstate Medical Center in 2007. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as NYU Langone Hospitals and Long Island Jewish Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

710 W 168th St New York, NY 10032
Telehealth available
(646) 426-3876

Care Philosophy

"We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience We are devoted to providing services that are patient centered and compassionate and care for you as a person nbsp;"

- Dr. Wendy Vargas, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Vargas specializes in the area of Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology. • 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
    Neurosciences Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Vargas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vargas

3.7

6 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
17%
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3 Star
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2 Star
17%
17%
1 Star
17%
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Wendy R. in Bronx, NY – Sep 05, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience We are devoted to providing services that are patient centered and compassionate and care for you as a person nbsp;

biography

Dr. Wendy Vargas is an Assistant Professor in Neurology at the Columbia University's Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons (VP&S) and an Attending Neurologist at the NewYork-Presbyterian NYP/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. She is...read more

  • Pediatric Neurology

*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 Cornell University|new York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2012

  • Boston Combined Residency In Pediatrics

    Internship Hospital, 2008

  • Suny Dwnstate M C College Of Medicine|suny Downstate Medical Center

    Medical School, 2007
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
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Locations

Practice

Dept of Neurology710 W 168th St New York, NY 10032
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Practice

Office710 W 168th St Ste 246 New York, NY 10032
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Practice

NewYork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center180 Fort Washington Ave New York, NY 10032
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