The 20 Best Superficial Thrombophlebitis Doctors Near Me in Bronx, NY

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The 20 Best Superficial Thrombophlebitis Doctors near Bronx, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 159 doctor with experience in Superficial Thrombophlebitis near Bronx, NY. Of these, 133 are Experienced, 22 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery

    Trustees Of Columbia University In The City Of New York

    622 W 168th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Virendra Patel is a Vascular Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Aneurysm Repair, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Donald C. Wallerson
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis

    2310 Eastchester Road

    2310 Eastchester Road, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Wallerson is a Cardiologist in Bronx, New York. Dr. Wallerson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Heart Murmurs, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Arterial Insufficiency, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

    Advanced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery
    Advanced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery

    East Tremont Vascular Health Care, PLLC

    3175 East Tremont Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Mayank Patel is a Vascular Surgeon in Bronx, New York. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Gangrene, May Thurner Syndrome, Leg or Foot Amputation, and Gastrostomy.

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    Larry A. Scher
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery

    Montefiore Greene Medical Arts Pavilion

    3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Larry A. Scher, MD, is an Attending Vascular Surgeon at Montefiore and Professor of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He was previously Chief of the Division of Vascular Surgery at North Shore University Hospital. Dr. Scher has extensive clinical experience and expertise in hemodialysis access, and possesses strong clinical and academic interests in this area. Dr. Scher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Idiopathic Edema, Arterial Insufficiency, Angioplasty, and Aneurysm Repair.

    Evan C. Lipsitz
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery

    Montefiore Greene Medical Arts Pavilion

    3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Evan C. Lipsitz, MD, MBA, is Chief, Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Medical Director, Vascular Diagnostic Laboratory, and Professor, Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at Montefiore Einstein. His clinical focus encompasses the full range of vascular treatments, including endovascular thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic dissection, carotid artery disease and stroke prevention, lower extremity peripheral arterial disease and limb salvage, endovascular and open treatments for aneurysms and peripheral arterial disease. Dr. Lipsitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Gangrene, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Aneurysm Repair.

    Advanced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Advanced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis

    Manette Sandoval LLC

    44 Sherman Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pankaj Khullar is a Cardiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Khullar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Angina, and Metabolic Syndrome.

    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery

    East Tremont Vascular Health Care, PLLC

    3175 East Tremont Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Parind Oza is a Vascular Surgeon in Bronx, New York. Dr. Oza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Venous Insufficiency, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery

    East Tremont Vascular Health Care, PLLC

    3175 East Tremont Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi

    Nilesh Balar is a Vascular Surgeon in Bronx, New York. Dr. Balar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), May Thurner Syndrome, Angioplasty, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis

    Bronx Heart Medical, PC

    Bronx, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chandana Attoti is a Cardiologist in Bronx, New York. Dr. Attoti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Peripheral Artery Disease.

    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Interventional Cardiology

    New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center

    161 Fort Washington Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amisha Patel is an Interventional Cardiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Patel has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. Her top areas of expertise are Unstable Angina, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Metabolic Syndrome, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Cardiology

    Nyc Health Hospitals / Harlem

    506 Malcolm X Blvd, 
    New York,, NY 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Claude Simon is a Cardiologist in New York,, New York. Dr. Simon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Heart Attack, May Thurner Syndrome, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty.

    Vicken N. Pamoukian
    Advanced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery | General Surgery
    166 East 88th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vicken Pamoukian is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Pamoukian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Thrombophlebitis, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Alfio Carroccio
    Advanced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery
    Advanced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Vascular Surgery At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 13th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Carroccio serves as chief of vascular surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital. He is a nationally recognized vascular surgeon, specializing in complex yet minimally invasive aortic aneurysm repair and catheter-based therapy of the vascular system.Dr. Carroccio received his medical degree from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, where he was granted membership to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He went on to complete a residency in general surgery and a clinical and research fellowship in vascular surgery at Mount Sinai Medical Center. He remained on the faculty of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine with appointments in the Division of Vascular Surgery and the Division of Interventional Radiology. He joined Lenox Hill Hospital in 2008 and established its first vascular surgery residency program.Certified by the American Board of Surgery and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Carroccio is regarded as an esteemed researcher and clinician. He has authored numerous peer reviewed articles for scholarly and professional publications, written book chapters and delivered presentations to professional audiences worldwide. He has served on many academic and professional society committees, contributes to development for national educational courses and has been the recipient of several honors. He has participated in many clinical trials investigating minimally invasive treatment of aortic disease and peripheral arterial disease.Dr. Carroccio has been recognized as a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly, U.S. News & World Report and New York magazine. Dr. Carroccio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Gangrene, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Aneurysm Repair.

    Michael J. Vitti
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery

    ColumbiaDoctors - 3219 East Tremont Avenue

    3219 East Tremont Ave, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Michael J. Vitti, a board-certified vascular surgeon, is an expert in the performance of lower-extremity bypass surgery for limb salvage, repair of aortic aneurysms, carotid endarterectomy for stroke prevention, and dialysis access procedures. He also specializes in minimally invasive treatment of lower-extremity vein disease, from varicose veins to stasis ulcers. Since 2005, Dr. Vitti has been the Director of the Eastern Vascular Vein Center which serves as a center of excellence devoted to the performance of office-based, minimally invasive, laser treatments for relief of painful varicose veins, and severe venous stasis disorders including ulcerations of the lower legs. To date, he has performed over 5000 such procedures with excellent clinical success. Dr. Vitti completed his undergraduate training at Fordham University where he graduated Summa Cum Laude as a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He completed his medical education at New York University School of Medicine in 1986. He then completed his General Surgery Residency at St. Luke's - Roosevelt Hospital in 1992. During that time he published basic science research regarding the immunologic characteristics of atherosclerosis. Dr. Vitti completed his Vascular Surgery Fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 1994 where he also received specialized training in Vascular Ultrasound. He has authored textbook chapters and peer review articles centering on the Noninvasive Ultrasound Diagnosis of both Arterial and Venous Disorders. Since 1997, Dr. Vitti has had hospital appointments as a Staff Vascular Surgeon at New York Westchester Square Hospital as well as Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center.From March 2003 until March 2018, Dr. Vitti served as a Vascular Attending at Montefiore Medical Center, specifically at Albert Einstein Hospital where he also actively participated in the training of Surgical residents He joined Columbia Doctors and has been practicing at Lawrence Hospital since March 2018. His current research focus is on the impact of endovenous procedures on the natural history lower extremity venous disease. Dr. Vitti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Venous Insufficiency, Varicose Veins, Gangrene, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Advanced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Advanced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis

    Office

    2138 31st St, 
    Astoria,, NY 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Moustafa Elsheshtawy is a Cardiologist in Astoria,, New York. Dr. Elsheshtawy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Metabolic Syndrome, SVC Obstruction, and May Thurner Syndrome.

    Advanced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Advanced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis

    The Lauder Family Cardiovascular Ambulatory Center

    1190 5th Ave Fl 1, 
    New York,, NY 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniella Kadian is a Cardiologist in New York,, New York. Dr. Kadian has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. Her top areas of expertise are Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Thrombectomy, and Angioplasty.

    Richard Karanfilian
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery

    Montefiore New Rochelle At 20 Cedar

    20 Cedar Street, 
    New Rochelle, NY 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Karanfilian is a Vascular Surgeon in New Rochelle, New York. Dr. Karanfilian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Venous Insufficiency, Gastrostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Gary Giangola
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Vascular Surgery At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 13th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Gary Giangola is the chairman of the Department of Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan. He also serves as the vice president of surgical services for Northwell Health s western region, which includes Lenox Hill Hospital, Lenox Health Greenwich Village, Staten Island University Hospital, Northern Westchester Hospital and Phelps Hospital in Westchester.A native New Yorker, Dr. Giangola has dedicated his life to caring for people of the five boroughs and the surrounding metropolitan area. His passion for surgery was ignited at a young age when he read The Making of a Surgeon by William A. Nolen, MD. From that day forward, Dr. Giangola knew his calling was to be a surgeon and to train at Bellevue Hospital, just as the author had. He not only achieved that dream but remained as part of the surgical faculty at Bellevue, the Manhattan VA Medical Center and NYU, for 12 years. Dr. Giangola is a graduate of NYU School of Medicine, where he received his residency and fellowship training. He also earned his bachelor s degree at NYU, graduating cum laude.Dr. Giangola joined Northwell Health in 2008 as chief of vascular surgery and vice chairman of the Department of Surgery at Staten Island University Hospital. He would soon assume the role of Northwell Health s system chief of vascular surgery, and was eventually appointed chairman of surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital in 2013. Dr. Giangola is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Aneurysm Repair.

    Glenn R. Jacobowitz
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery | General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Vascular Surgery At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 13th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Glenn Jacobowitz, MD, is a highly skilled vascular and endovascular surgeon who serves patients at Northwell Health Physician Partners Vascular Surgery at Lenox Hill as well as Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery at Phelps. With over 30 years of expertise in the field of vascular surgery, Dr. Jacobowitz is dedicated to providing the highest quality care and compassionate care to his patients. Dr. Jacobowitz is certified by the American Board of Surgery in both surgery and vascular surgery. His areas of focus include superficial and deep venous disease, deep vein thrombosis, and endovascular surgery, including treatment of carotid artery disease and peripheral arterial disease. Dr. Jacobowitz completed his undergraduate degree at Princeton University and medical degree at New York University School of Medicine. He then went on to complete his residency in general surgery at the renowned program at New York University Medical Center, further refining his surgical skills and expertise. Dr. Jacobowitz has also completed a prestigious fellowship at New York University Medical Center specializing in vascular surgery. His additional training in this specialized field allows him to offer advanced techniques and innovative treatments to his patients. In addition to his clinical duties, Dr. Jacobowitz holds the position of System Chief of Vascular Surgery at Northwell Health. In this role, he oversees the development and maintenance of quality inpatient and outpatient vascular procedures across Northwell Health System. Under his guidance, patients benefit from open surgery and minimally invasive endovascular procedures, with a focus on providing convenient and satisfying care while maintaining the highest standards of safety and effectiveness.As a nationally and internationally recognized leader in academic vascular surgery, Dr Jacobowitz has over 150 publications and had mentored students and residents for over 25 years in the art and science of vascular surgery. Dr. Jacobowitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Venous Insufficiency, Varicose Veins, Stent Placement, and Aneurysm Repair.

    David Fox
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    Vascular Surgery
    1041 3rd Avenue, Ofc 2, 
    New York, NY 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    David Fox is a Vascular Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Fox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Varicose Veins, Venous Insufficiency, and Renovascular Hypertension.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Superficial Thrombophlebitis?

    Thrombophlebitis is a swollen or inflamed vein due to a blood clot. Superficial refers to veins just below the skin's surface.

    When should I see a Superficial Thrombophlebitis doctor near Bronx, NY?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Superficial Thrombophlebitis doctor near Bronx, NY?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Superficial Thrombophlebitis doctors near Bronx, NY?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Superficial Thrombophlebitis doctors near Bronx, NY?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Superficial Thrombophlebitis doctor near Bronx, NY?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Superficial Thrombophlebitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Superficial Thrombophlebitis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Superficial Thrombophlebitis doctor near Bronx, NY?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Superficial Thrombophlebitis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Superficial Thrombophlebitis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Superficial Thrombophlebitis doctors near Bronx, NY?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Superficial Thrombophlebitis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Superficial Thrombophlebitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Superficial Thrombophlebitis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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