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Dr. Gary Bakst, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 65
Dr. Gary Bakst, MD
4.4 (20 Ratings)

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Dr. Gary Bakst, MD is an Internist in Albany, NY.
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Dr. Gary Bakst, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 65
Albany, NY
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38 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Gary Bakst, MD is an Internist in Albany, NY.

About

Dr. Bakst graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Gary Bakst, MD is an Internist in Albany, NY and has 38 years experience. Dr. Bakst currently practices at Albany Medical Center and are affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital, Columbia Memorial Hospital and St Peter's Hospital. At present, Dr. Bakst received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 20 times. Dr. Bakst's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Bakst is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Immunization Administration
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Immunization Administration
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Immunization Administration
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Acne
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adrenal Gland Diseases
Adrenal Incidentaloma
Adrenal Insufficiency
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anemia
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Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Atherosclerosis
Autoimmune Diseases
Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
Back Pain
Benign Tumor
Bladder Infection
Blepharitis
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Boil
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Bone Disorders
Bronchitis
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Cancer
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Constipation
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Cushing's Syndrome
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dry Eyes
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Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fever
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Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Goiter
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Gout
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Graves' Disease
Gynecomastia
Hair Loss
Hashimoto's Disease
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hidradenitis
Histoplasmosis
Hives
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertension
Hyperthyroidism
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypoparathyroidism
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Influenza (Flu)
Iodine Deficiency
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Joint Pain
Kidney Disease
Lactose Intolerance
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Lyme Disease
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nausea
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Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Perimenopause
Pharyngitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Pneumonia
Poison Ivy
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Rash
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Ringworm
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Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Symptomatic Menopause
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Goiter
Thyroiditis
Tobacco Use Disorder
Tonsillitis
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vertigo
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Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Diabetes Counseling
Wellness Examination

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Locations

  1. 1 Albany Medical Center
    43 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208
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  2. 2 The Endocrine Group
    1365 Washington Ave Ste 300, Albany, NY 12206
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Oct 15, 2020
Patient-centered, listens, kind, caring and knowledgeable. Excellent doctor!
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
    1986
Medical Education

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Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Gary Bakst, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bakst's profile.

Dr. Gary Bakst, MD is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital, Columbia Memorial Hospital and St Peter's Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Gary Bakst, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Albany Medical Center Hospital

    43 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY

  • Columbia Memorial Hospital

    71 Prospect Ave, Hudson, NY

  • St Peter's Hospital

    315 S Manning Blvd, Albany, NY