Dr. Richard N. Firshein D.O., Family Practitioner
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Dr. Richard N. Firshein D.O.

Acupuncturist

4/5(35)
1226 Park Avenue New York New York, 10128
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4/5

About

Richard N. Firshein, DO, is the founder and Medical Director of The Firshein Center for Integrative Medicine in New York City. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Firshein is a recognized world-leading authority, and pioneer in his field. As a certified acupuncturist and Board Certified family practitioner, Dr. Firshein combines Eastern and Western medical practices to provide a curated system of healing for his patients. An expert in Integrative Medicine and Anti-Aging Medicine, Dr. Firhsein is noted for creating Precision- Based medical programs tailored to each of his patients individualized needs by utilizing cutting-edge DNA-based diagnostic, nutritional, and allergy testing.  He is the author of the books Reversing Asthma, Your Asthma Free Child, The Nutraceutical Revolution, and the Vitamin Prescription for Life; all printed in several languages and countries.  His medical expertise and contributions to the world of Integrative and Family Medicine a coveted medical expert and contributor for major news networks, media outlets, and prestigious medical publications.

Education and Training

New York College of Osteopathic Medicine

Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny 1984

New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine 1984

New York Medical College 1986

Board Certification

American Board of Family Medicine- Family Practice; Certified Medical Acupuncturist

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 40 years of experience

Areas of expertise and specialization

AllergiesAsthmaIntegrative MedicineAnti-Aging MedicineAcupunctureAdrenal and Chronic FatigueAllergies: Food and Environmental, Autoimmune Disorders, Weight Management, Detoxification, Chronic Lyme Disease, Diabetes, Stress, Heart Disease and Cardiovascular Health, Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia and other sleep disorders, Headaches/Migraines, Para

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Has Appeared on Television -
  • Teaches Integrative Medicine for the American Academy of Osteopathic Medicine -

Internships

  • Coney Island Hospital

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Academy of Environmental Medicine, American Academy of Acupuncture

Articles and Publications

  • Several Books Translated into Multiple Languages

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Hard Work, Dedication

Dr. Richard N. Firshein D.O.'s Practice location

1226 Park Avenue -
New York, New York 10128
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New patients: 212-860-0282
Fax: 212-860-0276
www.firsheincenter.com

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Patient Experience with Dr. Firshein


4.0

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Dr. Richard N. Firshein D.O. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 35 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Acupuncturist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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