Dr. Julie SternMD

Family Medicine

at Julie B. Stern, MD — Howell, NJ

About

Julie B. Stern, MD is a board-certified family medicine physician practicing in Howell, New Jersey. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Zoology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, then completed her Doctorate of Medicine at Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara in Jalisco, Mexico in 1999. She completed both her internship and her Family Medicine residency at CentraState Medical Center in Freehold, NJ, finishing in 2009.

E. Award in 2008, and recognition for Best Poster at the 2009 Residents' Research Symposium. She holds membership in the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Medical Association, the New Jersey Medical Society, and the New Jersey Academy of Family Physicians. She speaks English, Spanish, and Hebrew. Outside of medicine, Dr. Stern enjoys billiards, water sports, travel, and time with her family.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA - Bachelor of Science, Zoology (1991)

Medical School

Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico - Doctorate of Medicine (1999)

Residency

CentraState Medical Center, Freehold, NJ - Family Medicine Residency (2007-2009)

Additional Training

Internship: CentraState Medical Center, Freehold, NJ (2006-2007)

Certifications

American Board of Family Medicine

Languages

English, Spanish, Hebrew

Conditions Treated

chronic disease management
preventive health

Who is Dr. Stern right for?

Dr. Stern is a strong fit for adults and families seeking a direct, ongoing relationship with their physician. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from her thorough approach and same-day availability. Those who value direct physician access, including after-hours and weekend contact, will appreciate her concierge model. Spanish- and Hebrew-speaking patients can communicate with her in their preferred language.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Stern treats a broad range of conditions typical of family medicine, including chronic disease management and preventive health concerns. She manages ongoing conditions and also focuses on early detection through comprehensive annual screenings. Her training and board certification in family medicine give her a wide clinical scope.

Yes, Dr. Stern holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She completed her Family Medicine residency at CentraState Medical Center in Freehold, NJ.

Dr. Stern completed her internship and Family Medicine residency at CentraState Medical Center in Freehold, NJ. She earned her medical degree from Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara in Jalisco, Mexico, and her undergraduate degree in Zoology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.

Dr. Stern sees every patient personally. The practice does not route visits to nurse practitioners or physician assistants. Patients receive direct, physician-only care at every appointment.

Yes, Dr. Stern provides direct phone access after hours and on weekends. This is a core benefit of her concierge practice model. Members do not need to call a separate answering service to reach her.

Yes, Dr. Stern speaks English, Spanish, and Hebrew. Patients who prefer to communicate in Spanish or Hebrew can do so comfortably during their visits.

Dr. Stern holds memberships in the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Medical Association, the New Jersey Medical Society, and the New Jersey Academy of Family Physicians. These affiliations reflect her ongoing engagement with the family medicine community.

Yes, Dr. Stern helps members connect with specialists at leading medical institutions through Medical Centers of Excellence referrals. She also assists with coordinating care when members need medical attention while traveling.

Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026