Kipp Claudine

Medical clinics in Washington Heights don’t always feel like part of the neighborhood. Kipp Claudine manages to avoid that institutional vibe without losing the professional edge. The building sits on Fort Washington Avenue, a stretch where pre-war apartment facades meet newer construction, and where the occasional bodega still outlasts the chain pharmacies.

You’ll find them at 161 Fort Washington Ave, New York, NY 10032—right across from the hospital campus but far enough to keep the foot traffic from feeling overwhelming. The clinic handles the usual slate of primary care: physicals, chronic-disease check-ups, vaccinations, and minor urgent needs. They also run lab draws on-site, which saves a trip to the main hospital building when the results are time-sensitive.

Walk-ins are accepted, though calling ahead can trim the wait. Reach them at (212) 305-5808 to confirm same-day slots or to ask whether your insurance needs a referral. The number rings through to a front desk that keeps the hold music brief and the transfers quick—no endless loops of smooth jazz.

For directions, the map pin drops cleanly on Fort Washington between 168th and 173rd. If you’re coming from the A train, it’s a five-minute walk past the discount sneaker shops and the Dominican lunch counters. The clinic’s entrance blends into the sidewalk, so watch for the small blue awning. Full navigation details are on their maps listing: https://www.google.com/maps/place?ftid=0x89c2f69b73f7605b:0xf63f19b9efa68c14.