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Dr. Richard Firshein, DO

Concierge Family Medicine physician, New York, NY

Firshein Center
5.0 (14 reviews)

Dr. Firshein founded the Firshein Center for Integrative Medicine on Park Avenue in New York City.

1226 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10128

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About Dr. Firshein

Dr. Firshein founded the Firshein Center for Integrative Medicine on Park Avenue in New York City. He is board certified in family medicine and is a certified medical acupuncturist trained at the University of California, Los Angeles. He served as assistant professor of Family Medicine at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine.

He also served as director of residency training in Family Medicine and director of medical education at Brookdale and St. Claire's Hospital in New York City. At the Firshein Center, he uses DNA-based, diagnostic, nutritional, gut biome and allergy testing to create customized longevity and anti-aging protocols. He treats chronic issues including asthma and allergies, chronic Lyme, chronic pain, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, menopause and cancer.

His insomnia program is precision-based and can include nutritional supplementation, dietary interventions, meditation, acupuncture, allergy control and stress management. He wrote the books The Nutraceutical Revolution, The Vitamin Prescription for Life, Reversing Asthma and Your Asthma Free Child.

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Services

DNA-based testing Gut biome testing Allergy testing Longevity and anti-aging protocols Asthma and allergies Chronic Lyme Chronic pain Diabetes Cardiovascular disease Osteoporosis Menopause Insomnia program
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Licenses and credentials

Degree
DO
Board certification
Family medicine
Other certification
Medical acupuncture, University of California, Los Angeles
Professional memberships
American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, American Academy of Medical Acupuncture, New York County Medical Society, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, American Osteopathic Association and American Medical Association, among other organizations
NPI
1104977461

Location

1226 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10128
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Recognition and research

Awards

Named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor and received the Vitals Most Compassionate Doctor award

Publications

Author of the book The Nutraceutical Revolution
Author of the books The Vitamin Prescription for Life, Reversing Asthma and Your Asthma Free Child

Media and books

Has appeared on television programs including CNN, FOX News, CNBC, HLN, Good Day New York, WPIX Morning Show, CBS Morning News and The Food Network.
Hosted his own radio show, House Calls, for over 10 years.
Served as a contributing editor for Psychology Today.
Was a guest on the Highwayto.health Podcast, Episode 42, on July 10, 2019.

Patient reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing!

"Guided me in choosing the best treatment option."

FMDD UserDec 2023
Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome!

"Very professional care and consult."

FMDD UserDec 2023
Rated 5 out of 5

Great!

"Enlightened me about my condition."

FMDD UserOct 2023
Rated 5 out of 5

takes the time to get to know their patients

"I've finally found a doctor who takes the time to get to know their patients. That was important to me."

FMDD UserSep 2023
Rated 5 out of 5

simply amazing

"Dr. Richard is simply amazing. RECOMMENDED!"

FMDD UserAug 2023
Rated 5 out of 5

Great Experience!

"Efficient, helpful, personal. Great Experience!"

FMDD UserJul 2023
Rated 5 out of 5

Constantly makes suggestions to improve health

"He is constantly making suggestions to improve my health. <3"

FMDD UserMay 2023

Questions patients ask

Is Dr. Firshein board certified?

Yes, Dr. Firshein is board certified in family medicine.

Where is Dr. Firshein's office?

Dr. Firshein founded the Firshein Center for Integrative Medicine on Park Avenue in New York City.

Does Dr. Firshein offer telehealth?

Yes, the practice offers telehealth appointments.

Is Dr. Firshein trained in acupuncture?

Yes, Dr. Firshein is a certified medical acupuncturist trained at the University of California, Los Angeles.

Does Dr. Firshein offer a program for insomnia?

Yes, his insomnia program is precision-based and can include nutritional supplementation, dietary interventions, meditation, acupuncture, allergy control and stress management.

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