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Dr. William Destefano, MD

Internal Medicine*
4.4 (13)
Map Pin Small Brooklyn, NY
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39 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. William Destefano, MD

Dr. William Destefano, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY. They specialize in Internal Medicine, has 39 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from St. Georges University School of Medicine and is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospital - Manhattan and Maimonides Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Destefano an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Destefano works at Practice in Brooklyn, NY. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    3081 AVENUE U, Brooklyn, NY 11229 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 648-0969

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  • NYU Langone Hospital - Manhattan
  • Maimonides Medical Center

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    About Dr. William Destefano, MD

    Specialties*
    • Internal Medicine

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    • 39 years of experience
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    • 1346291754
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • St. Georges University School of Medicine
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    • Internal Medicine
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