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Dr. Michael Fastenberg, MD

Dr. Michael Fastenberg, MD

Dermatology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Fastenberg, MD is a dermatologist in Smithtown, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Fastenberg has extensive experience in Cosmetic Skin Procedures and Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Stony Brook University Hospital and Mather Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Schweiger Dermatology Group

260 E Middle Country Rd Smithtown, NY 11787
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fastenberg specializes in the area of Dermatology. 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
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Fastenberg's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fastenberg

3.9

18 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
22%
22%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 person found this helpful
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Anonymous – Oct 07, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Joe F. in Smithtown, NY – Dec 21, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Annie in Manorville, NY – May 27, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
St James, NY – May 19, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Merrick ny – Apr 17, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
A in East Northport, NY – May 18, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
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Feb 27, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Long Island native Dr Michael Fastenberg is a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group in Smithtown, New York. Dr Fastenberg attended Jericho High School and received his undergraduate degree from Duke University (cum laude).\nDr...read more

biography

Long Island native Dr. Michael Fastenberg is a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group in Smithtown, New York. Dr. Fastenberg attended Jericho High School and received his undergraduate degree from Duke University (cum laude).\nDr....read more
  • Dermatology

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  • Winthrop University Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • Duke University

    Undergraduate School
  • State University Of New York At Stony Brook

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
Dermatology
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Locations

Schweiger Dermatology Group

Schweiger Dermatology Group260 E Middle Country Rd Smithtown, NY 11787
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mather Hospital

    75 N Country Rd
    Port Jefferson, NY 11777
    Recipient of 22
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Huntington Hospital

    270 Park Ave
    Huntington, NY 11743
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Our Lady of Lourdes Memorial Hospital

    169 Riverside Dr
    Binghamton, NY 13905
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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