Dr. Albert Bassoul, MD – Trusted Pediatrician Serving Brooklyn, New York

Choosing the pediatrician right for your child is one of the most important healthcare decisions a family can make. Dr. Albert Moses Bassoul, MD has been that trusted figure for Brooklyn families for more than three decades. A board-certified pediatrician practicing at Broadway Medical Plaza, Dr. Bassoul brings a combination of clinical expertise, cultural accessibility, and a genuine warmth toward children that makes even nervous young patients feel at ease.

Medical Education & Residency Training

Dr. Bassoul earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Aleppo School of Medicine (Faculty of Medicine), graduating in 1991. He then completed his residency training in Pediatrics at the prestigious Long Island Jewish Medical Center — a major academic medical center with one of the most competitive pediatric training programs in the New York metropolitan area.

This rigorous training gave Dr. Bassoul both the clinical depth and the procedural fluency to handle everything from wellness-child visits to acute pediatric illness with confidence.

Scope of Pediatric Practice

With over 30 years of focused pediatric experience, Dr. Bassoul sees children from infancy through adolescence. His practice is built around the complete developmental arc of childhood health — not just illness management, but growth monitoring, behavioral health screening, and Rehab disease prevention.

Common reasons families visit Dr. Bassoul include:

• Annual Physical Examinations and well-child check-ups
• Allergy Consultations – identifying and managing pediatric allergies
• ADHD Evaluation and Management – behavioral and attention-related assessments
• Hearing Assessments and developmental screenings
• Immunizations – managing the full pediatric vaccination schedule
• Acute Upper Respiratory Infections – one of his highest-volume areas of expertise
• Pharyngitis (Sore Throat) and related ENT concerns
• Pediatric Consultations for complex or multi-system concerns
• Diabetes and Hypertension Monitoring in at-risk pediatric patients
• Sleep Issues and behavioral health support

Languages Spoken

Dr. Bassoul speaks English, Hebrew, and Arabic, making his practice highly accessible to Brooklyn’s diverse communities, including Arabic-speaking and Hebrew-speaking families who benefit from care delivered in their native language.

Hospital Affiliations

Dr. Albert Bassoul maintains affiliations with several significant New York healthcare institutions:

• NYU Langone Hospitals
• Maimonides Medical Center
• Interfaith Medical Center
• Coney Island Hospital

These affiliations ensure that if a child in Dr. Bassoul’s care requires hospitalization, the transition to inpatient care is smooth and coordinated.

Board Certification & Professional Recognition

Dr. Bassoul is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics — a distinction that confirms he has met the highest standards of pediatric training, knowledge, and clinical performance. He is also listed in the American Medical Association’s Physician Professional Data, a comprehensive record of U.S. physicians maintained since 1906.

Practice Location & Insurance Information

Broadway Medical Plaza 471 Hart Street, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Dr. Bassoul accepts a broad range of insurance plans including Aetna, Blue Cross, and United Healthcare. He is currently accepting new patients. Families are encouraged to contact the office to confirm current insurance participation and appointment availability.

A Note on Patient Experience

With over 200 verified patient reviews and an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, Dr. Bassoul consistently earns praise for his bedside manner, his ability to quickly see patients, and his attentive approach to explaining diagnoses to parents. Families particularly appreciate the brief waiting room times and the friendly, professional front desk staff.