Joseph R. Fernicola, MD
Medical Director, Valley Medical Group - Ramsey
- Specialties
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Internal MedicinePrimary Care
- Gender
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Male
- Languages
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English
- Appointments
- Schedule Online
Location(s)
VMG - Primary Care, Ramsey Medical
470 North Franklin Turnpike
Ramsey, NJ 07446
Phone: 201-327-8765
Fax: 201-327-8496
Education
- Education
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MD, University Of Medicine And Dentistry Of New Jersey, 1991 - 1995
BA, Rutgers University, 1987 - 1991
- Internship & Residency
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Mount Sinai Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1995 - 1998
- Board Certifications
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American Board Of Internal Medicine - Certified, 1998
Get to Know Me
What are some of the specific conditions you treat?
Hypertension, diabetes mellitus, asthma, COPD, hyperlipidemia, acute respiratory infections.
What would you like patients to know about your approach to care?
I provide thorough and attentive primary medical care for chronic and ongoing medical issues, as well as acute episodic care. I especially enjoy the diagnostic phase of a patient's medical care and working with the patient to determine the etiology of their symptoms to the extent that it’s possible.
What inspired you to become a doctor?
I knew I wanted to use scientific knowledge and logic to serve people in need of care. I also wanted to be a caring and attentive counselor to those with medical problems or in need of medical advice.
Insurance
Valley Medical Group providers accept the following plans.
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