
Overview
Ivy Tam, MD, FAAP, is an Attending Physician and a Non-neonatal Emergency Transport Coordinator at Children’s Hospital at Montefiore. She is also an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine. In 2009, Dr. Tam received her Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences at Cornell University. She then attended SUNY Upstate Medical University, where she received her Doctor of Medicine in 2013. Dr. Tam began her postgraduate training with a residency in pediatrics at New York University School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in pediatric hospital medicine in 2018 at the University of California San Diego. Dr. Tam’s research aims to improve care and communication for patients with limited English proficiency, as well as standardizing pain practices for children. She has shared her work through presentations in academic forums and scientific meetings, and is currently in the process of being submitted for publication. 2017, Dr. Tam received the CARES Award from hospital staff at Rady Children’s Hospital for her support during the medical director’s absence. Dr. Tam is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dr. Tam is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Adenoidectomy, and Turbinectomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
3411 Wayne Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ivy Tam
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ivy Tam?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ivy Tam by calling their office at 718-741-2549. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ivy Tam a top-rated expert for Adenoidectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ivy Tam is classified as an Advanced expert for Adenoidectomy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ivy Tam specialize in?
While Dr. Ivy Tam is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Adenoidectomy, Turbinectomy, and Gastrostomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Ivy Tam participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ivy Tam has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Adenoidectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Ivy Tam's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ivy Tam accept my insurance?
Dr. Ivy Tam accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-741-2549 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
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- AdenoidectomyDr. Tam isAdvanced. Learn about Adenoidectomy.
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- GastrostomyDr. Tam isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Osteomyelitis in ChildrenDr. Tam isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis in Children.
- TurbinectomyDr. Tam isExperienced. Learn about Turbinectomy.

