Jonathan Eckstein, D.O.

I grew up near military hospitals because my father was an optometrist and healthcare administrator for the U.S. Navy. I decided to follow in his footsteps and become a healthcare provider for the military. For nearly five years, I served as a general practitioner for the U.S. Navy. I traveled all over the world—Japan, Norway, Sweden, Iraq, Kuwait—to care for soldiers and civilians.

After I returned to New York, I began practicing family medicine. I wanted to provide care in a variety of settings, including in the office and hospital. I care for people age 12 and older. I manage high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, and a variety of infections. I also have expertise in sports medicine and treat patients who have back, shoulder, and knee pain.

I prescribe medication for infections and chronic illnesses. I also perform joint and trigger point injections to relieve pain related to muscular problems in the spine. I offer same-day urgent care appointments for patients who have symptoms of an infection, such as a sore throat, coughing and wheezing, and headache.

I educate patients about their conditions and take the time to explain treatment options. When patients with diabetes, for example, understand the disease and take their medication and make lifestyle changes, they can see dramatic improvements in their blood sugar levels.

I have received several awards. In 2005, I received the American Osteopathic Foundation’s Outstanding Resident of the Year Award. In addition, I received the Foundation’s Caring for Communities Award in 2015. This award allowed me to conduct research on the impact of community education on the health of seniors.

I also educate local veterans about health concerns and help them obtain health benefits.