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Mr. Nelson Rafael Giraldo M.D.
Family Practitioner
2915 Sunrise Hwy Islip Terrace NY, 11752About
Dr. Nelson Giraldo is a family practitioner practicing in Islip Terrace, NY. Dr. Giraldo specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Giraldo possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
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Professional Memberships
- Member North Shore-LIJ Medical Group
- Member American Medical Association
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Practice At 2915 Sunrise Hwy
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Mara Cofler -koldorff MD2915 Sunrise Hwy Islip Terrace NY 11752
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301 EAST MAIN STREET BAY SHORE NY 11706GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTERl
1000 MONTAUK HIGHWAY WEST ISLIP NY 11795ST CATHERINE OF SIENA HOSPITALl
50 ROUTE 25A SMITHTOWN NY 11787SOUTHSIDE HOSPITALl
301 EAST MAIN STREET BAY SHORE NY 11706GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTERl
1000 MONTAUK HIGHWAY WEST ISLIP NY 11795ST CATHERINE OF SIENA HOSPITALl
50 ROUTE 25A SMITHTOWN NY 11787