Edgar Figueroa, M.D., MPH, FAAFP

The Upper East Side isn’t short on family physicians, but finding one with both clinical and public health credentials is less common. Edgar Figueroa, M.D., MPH, FAAFP practices at 230 E 69th St #2bb, a block where pre-war buildings still outnumber glass towers. Family medicine here covers the expected—annual checkups, chronic disease management—but also leans into preventive care, which aligns with the neighborhood’s mix of long-term residents and younger families prioritizing wellness over reactive visits.

Board certification in family practice suggests a breadth of scope, from pediatric exams to geriatric consultations. The MPH after the name hints at a population-health perspective, though how that translates in an individual practice isn’t something you’d glean from a directory listing. Still, it’s the kind of detail that might appeal to patients who track their own metrics or ask about evidence-based guidelines during appointments. No flashy specialties advertised, just the fundamentals with an extra layer of credentialing.

Phone trees and online portals dominate healthcare access now, but some practices still default to direct calls for scheduling. Here, the number is straightforward: (646) 962-6942. Whether that connects to a receptionist or a voicemail system depends on the hour, though family medicine offices tend to keep predictable rhythms. No walk-in promises or extended evening slots are listed, so planning ahead remains the default.

The building itself is classic Upper East Side—elevator required, likely a doorman, and a lobby that’s seen decades of tenants. For first visits, the map confirms what locals already know: the 68th Street station is closer than 77th, and second-floor units mean one flight up from the street. No rooftop views or historic plaques, just a standard medical suite in a neighborhood where discretion often outweighs spectacle.