About
Flavia A. Golden, MD has practiced internal medicine on Manhattan's Upper East Side for more than two decades. She earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from Brown University, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1986. She went on to earn her Doctorate of Medicine from New York University, School of Medicine in 1990. She completed her internship and internal medicine residency at New York Hospital, Cornell Medical Center, then served as Chief Resident at New York Downtown Hospital from 1993 to 1994. She holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Golden holds an appointment as Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College, a role she has held since 1997. She previously served as a Staff Physician at the Cornell University Medical Center's Center for Women's Health. Her clinical interests include wellness care, integrative practices, proactive preventive medicine, and women's health. Castle Connolly has recognized her as an Exceptional Woman in Medicine from 2019 through 2024, and New York Super Doctors has listed her since 2014. Castle Connolly has also named her a Top Doctor in the New York Metro Area since 2004. She speaks English, German, French, Chinese, and Thai.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Brown University, Bachelor of Arts, Biology, 1986, Magna Cum Laude
Medical School
New York University, School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1990
Residency
New York Hospital, Cornell Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1991-1993
Additional Training
Internship: New York Hospital, Cornell Medical Center, 1990-1991; Chief Resident, New York Downtown Hospital, 1993-1994
Certifications
Languages
English, German, French, Chinese, Thai
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Golden right for?
Dr. Golden is an excellent fit for adults seeking a thorough, relationship-driven approach to primary care. Patients with chronic conditions benefit from her integrative and preventive focus. Women looking for a physician with deep experience in women's health will find her background especially relevant. Multilingual patients who speak German, French, Chinese, or Thai can communicate with her directly in their own language. Her concierge model suits patients who value same-day access and direct after-hours contact with their physician.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Golden treats a broad range of internal medicine and chronic conditions. Her clinical focus includes preventive care, integrative medicine, and women's health. She also manages chronic condition care and coordinates care for patients requiring specialist referrals through Medical Centers of Excellence.
Yes, the American Board of Internal Medicine certifies Dr. Golden. She has maintained this certification throughout her career practicing internal medicine in Manhattan.
Dr. Golden completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at New York Hospital, Cornell Medical Center. She then served as Chief Resident at New York Downtown Hospital from 1993 to 1994. She earned her medical degree from New York University, School of Medicine in 1990.
Yes, Dr. Golden serves as Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College, a position she has held since 1997. She previously worked as a Staff Physician at the Cornell University Medical Center's Center for Women's Health.
Castle Connolly has recognized Dr. Golden as an Exceptional Woman in Medicine from 2019 through 2024. Castle Connolly has also named her a Top Doctor in the New York Metro Area since 2004. New York Super Doctors has listed her since 2014.
Dr. Golden speaks English, German, French, Chinese, and Thai. Patients who prefer to communicate in any of these languages can do so during their visits.
Dr. Golden takes a comprehensive, holistic approach to patient care. She integrates preventive medicine, functional medicine, and internal medicine into a single, cohesive care plan. Her practice reflects the conviction that attentive, personal care is the foundation of good medicine.
Dr. Golden affiliates with New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center. When patients need hospital-level care, she works within this system to ensure continuity.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026