About
Peter M. Gottesfeld, MD earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Magna Cum Laude, from Middlebury College in 1979. He then completed a Master of Science in Zoology at Rutgers University before earning his Doctorate of Medicine from Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1985. He completed his residency in Family Medicine at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. The American Board of Family Practice certifies him, and he holds an additional certification in Age Management Medicine.
Dr. Gottesfeld has served as a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Primary Care at New York Medical College since 1993. Castle Connolly has named him a Top Doctor every year from 1999 through 2024. He also earned Best Doctors recognition for both New York City and Westchester from 2002 through 2011. In 2011 and 2012, the American Academy of Family Physicians selected him to help set passing standards for its board examination. He is passionate about nutrition, exercise, chronic condition management, and individualized prevention strategies. He partners closely with patients, guiding each person through a collaborative approach to lasting health. He conducts visits in English, Spanish, and German.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Middlebury College, Middlebury, VT - Bachelor of Arts, Biology, Magna Cum Laude, 1979
Medical School
Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Piscataway, NJ - Doctorate of Medicine, 1985
Residency
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA - Family Medicine, 1985-1988
Additional Training
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ - Master of Science, Zoology, 1981
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish, German
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Gottesfeld right for?
Dr. Gottesfeld is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term, preventive approach to family medicine. Patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension benefit from his individualized prevention strategies. Those interested in nutrition, exercise, and age management find his focused expertise especially useful. He serves Northern Westchester and Putnam County residents who want direct physician access and same-day appointments. Patients comfortable communicating in English, Spanish, or German will feel at home in his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Gottesfeld treats a broad range of conditions in family and preventive medicine. His focus includes chronic condition management, cardiovascular risk, metabolic health, and age-related concerns. He also handles acute illness and coordinates care for complex cases through Medical Centers of Excellence referrals.
Yes, Dr. Gottesfeld holds certification from the American Board of Family Practice. He also carries an additional certification in Age Management Medicine, which informs his focus on nutrition, exercise, and individualized prevention strategies.
Dr. Gottesfeld draws on science, technology, and emotional intelligence to guide each patient. He takes a collaborative, partnership-based approach to care. He builds custom wellness plans and emphasizes prevention alongside treatment of existing conditions.
Dr. Gottesfeld earned his medical degree from Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1985. He completed his Family Medicine residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. Before medical school, he completed a Master of Science in Zoology at Rutgers University.
Castle Connolly named Dr. Gottesfeld a Top Doctor every year from 1999 through 2024. Best Doctors recognized him for both New York City and Westchester from 2002 through 2011. In 2011 and 2012, the American Academy of Family Physicians selected him to help set board examination passing standards.
Yes, Dr. Gottesfeld conducts visits in English, Spanish, and German. Patients comfortable in any of those three languages can communicate directly with him.
Dr. Gottesfeld has served as a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Primary Care at New York Medical College since 1993. His academic work complements his clinical practice in Northern Westchester County.
Yes, nutrition counseling and exercise guidance are central to Dr. Gottesfeld's practice. His certification in Age Management Medicine supports this focus. He incorporates both into each patient's custom wellness plan.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026