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Dr. Melvin Featherstone, MD

Pediatrics* Age 77
Dr. Melvin Featherstone, MD
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Dr. Melvin Featherstone, MD is a Pediatrician in Jamaica, NY.
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Dr. Melvin Featherstone, MD

Pediatrics* Age 77
Jamaica, NY
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50 years of experience
Dr. Melvin Featherstone, MD is a Pediatrician in Jamaica, NY.

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Dr. Featherstone graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Melvin Featherstone, MD is a Pediatrician in Jamaica, NY and has 50 years experience. Dr. Featherstone currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Jamaica Hospital Medical Center and Long Island Jewish Medical Center. Dr. Featherstone has experience treating conditions like Newborn Jaundice among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Featherstone received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Featherstone's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Featherstone also speaks French. Dr. Featherstone is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Newborn Jaundice
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Newborn Jaundice
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Newborn Jaundice
Immunization Administration
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Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Administrative Physical
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Common Cold
Diaper Rash
Fever
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Pharyngitis
Phimosis
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Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Tonsillitis
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Allergic Conjunctivitis
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Anaphylactic Food Allergies
Anaphylactic Shell Fish Allergy
Anaphylaxis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
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Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Balanoposthitis
Bedwetting
Bladder Infection
Blepharitis
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiolitis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Burn Injuries
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Celiac Disease
Chlamydia Infections
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Coccygeal Pain
Cold Sore
Conduct Disorder
Confusion
Congenital Hand Anomaly
Contact Dermatitis
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Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
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Down Syndrome
Dry Skin
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Dysentery
Dyshydrotic Eczema
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Excessive Sweating
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Febrile Convulsion
Folliculitis
Foot Infection
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Gonorrhea Infections
Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Palpitations
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Hidradenitis
Hives
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Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Impetigo
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Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Intertrigo
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Kidney Infection
Lactose Intolerance
Laryngitis
Leukocytopenia
Lice
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Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Limb Swelling
Lipid Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Motion Sickness
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nasopharyngitis
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Neck Muscle Strain
Newborn Dehydration
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Pediatric Obesity
Pediatric Overweight
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Wart
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Pollen Allergy
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Proteinuria
Pubic Lice (Crabs)
Reflux Esophagitis
Respiratory Syncytial Virus
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Scabies
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Scarlet Fever
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shortness of Breath
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Stye
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Swine Flu
Syphilis Infections
Throat Pain
Thyroid Goiter
Tinea Versicolor
Tinnitus
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Tonsillitis
Torticollis
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Trichomoniasis
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
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Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Diabetes Counseling

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    Savings Plus of Metro, NY
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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Pro Plus Plans EPO
    Pro Plans EPO
    Total Plans EPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
    8900 Van Wyck Expy, Jamaica, NY 11418
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 206-7001
  2. 2 Good Will Medical P.C.
    80 Marcus Dr, Melville, NY 11747
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Jun 11, 2024
Dr.Featherstone was me and my two sisters pediatrician when we we’re younger and I am now 43. He is very patient, kind and makes you feel very comfortable. His knowledge is respected and appreciated. I recommend my friends to him who have small children. Sending love to him
Kiamesha Rogers — Jun 11, 2024
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Languages Spoken
French
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Specialties*
Pediatrics
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Albert Einstein College of Medicine
    1974
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Pediatrics
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Melvin Featherstone, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Featherstone's profile.

Dr. Melvin Featherstone, MD is affiliated with Jamaica Hospital Medical Center and Long Island Jewish Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Melvin Featherstone, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Jamaica Hospital Medical Center

    89 Van Wyck Plz, Jamaica, NY

  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center

    270 05 76 Ave, New Hyde Park, NY