Dr. James Ferguson MD
Family Practitioner | Obesity Medicine
170 W. Main Street East Islip New York, 11730About
Dr. James Ferguson is a family practitioner practicing in East Islip, New York. Dr. Ferguson 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. Ferguson 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.
Education and Training
SUNY Downstate College of Medicine
Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny 1981
SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine 1981
Board Certification
Family Practice
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Public Speaking -
Internships
- Southside Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- American Association of Famiyl Medicine
Articles and Publications
- Published Articles and a Book of Poetry
What do you attribute your success to?
- Connecting with People
Philanthropic Initiatives
- Mission Trips to Africa
Hobbies / Sports
- Family, Friends, Skiing, Traveling
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