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Dr. Karen Sheflin, DO

Dr. Karen Sheflin, DO

Family Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Karen Sheflin, DO is a family medicine physician in Central Islip, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from NEW YORK INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY / OLD WESTBURY in 2001. She is affiliated with medical facilities Long Island Jewish Medical Center and South Shore University Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

267 Carleton Ave Central Islip, NY 11722
Telehealth available
(631) 348-3254

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Sheflin specializes in the area of Family Practice/OMT. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Sheflin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sheflin

3.9
12 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
67%
67%
4 star
8%
8%
3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
25%
25%

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Please do not fall trap to this doctor. She will refuse to prescribe medicine even if you transferred from another doctor and can’t be off the medicine. She just hands out referrals and does not truly care for her patients. It is sad, she used to be good years ago but lately she has fallen off the wagon. Protect yourself and your health by avoiding her.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Sep 02, 2022
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Can’t understand what she is saying. So confusing and doesn’t explain my options very well. I don’t need this nonsense during a stressful time.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
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Dec 03, 2021
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Dr. Sheflin was very rude. She seemed rushed and condescending and didn't answer all of my questions. I wouldn't recommend her to anybody who is seeking a primary care physician.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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Dec 03, 2021
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Dr. Sheflin is a great physician. She has a wonderful bedside manner. She and her staff are always super attentive. I highly recommend her. In addition I like he fact that she does not write script after script. She runs a very proactive practice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Michelle in West Babylon, NY – Feb 14, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Karen Sheflin, DO is a family medicine physician in Central Islip, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from NEW YORK INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY / OLD WESTBURY in 2001. She is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Family Medicine

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  • New York Institute Of Technology / Old Westbury

    Medical School, 2001
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians®
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Family Practice/OMT
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Locations

Practice

Unavail267 Carleton Ave Central Islip, NY 11722
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Office250 Carleton Ave Central Islip, NY 11722
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Practice

Office600 Northern Blvd Greenvale, NY 11548
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center

    270 05 76 Ave
    New Hyde Park, NY 11040
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • South Shore University Hospital

    301 E Main St
    Bay Shore, NY 11706
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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