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Dr. Leonard Kristal, MD

Dr. Leonard Kristal, MD

Pediatric Dermatology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Leonard Kristal, MD is a pediatric dermatologist in Stony Brook, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Long Island Jewish Medical Center and Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

1320 Stony Brook Rd Stony Brook, NY 11790
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • 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. Kristal's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kristal

3.8
20 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
65%
65%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
5%
5%
2 star
5%
5%
1 star
25%
25%

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If you enjoy waiting over an hour to see a doctor, this is he doctor for you. It’s inexcusable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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New York, NY – Nov 17, 2017
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Very knowledgeable and patient. My son saw him many times for various issues and I was always pleased with the results. Great dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Bellmore, NY – Sep 24, 2016
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Dr. Kristal is very pleasant, but The wait time is long and I always feel rushed. I wish he would take mire time to talk things out.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Megan in Floral park – Apr 02, 2016
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Friendly Doctor, listens to you patiently unlike Drs from advanced dermatology 11507
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 02, 2016
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My children have seen Dr. Kristal several times. He is the best dermatologist I have seen. He explains all, listens, answers questions, takes time with the children and you never feel rushed. He is friendly and looks at you when he speaks. I have seen other dermatologists, personally, that make you feel rushed and only want to answer some of your questions. I have never had that experience with Dr. Kristal. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
East Setauket, NY – Dec 17, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Leonard Kristal, MD is a pediatric dermatologist in Stony Brook, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Pediatric Dermatology

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  • Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School

    Medical School, 1986
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Locations

Practice

Duane Reade #142571320 Stony Brook Rd Stony Brook, NY 11790
1

Practice

North Shore Hematology Oncology Associates181 N Belle Mead Ave East Setauket, NY 11733
2

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
  • Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center

    1000 Montauk Hwy
    West Islip, NY 11795
    Recipient of 4
    hospital 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

    71%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Stony Brook Southampton Hospital

    240 Meeting House Ln
    Southampton, NY 11968
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

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