Joseph Monkofsky, Jr.
Occupational Therapist
500 Bridge Road Crown Point New York, 12928About
Dr. Joseph Monkofsky, Jr. practices Occupational Medicine in Crown Point, New York. Dr. Monkofsky, Jr. evaluates the interaction between work and health. Occupational medicine physicians have general knowledge of worksite operations and are familiar with the toxic properties of materials used by employees and the potential hazards and stressors of work processes; in addition to being qualified to determine an employees physical and emotional fitness for work; diagnosing and treating occupational diseases; handling work related injuries; and having an understanding of rehabilitation methods, health education techniques, sanitation, and workers compensation laws.
Education and Training
SUNY Syracuse Medical University
Board Certification
Occupational Medicine
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Senior Medical Director, MetLife -
Internships
- St. Joseph's Hospital Health Center
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, American Academy of Family Practice, Onondaga County Medical Society (President)
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard Work, Family Support
Hobbies / Sports
- Fishing, Landscaping, Gardening, Being Outdoors
Favorite professional publications
- American Journal of Family Physicians
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