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John Debella, MD

Internal Medicine

Locations and Appointments

Insurances Accepted

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  • HMO
  • PPO
  • EPO/POS
  • Blue Access
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • Mediblue (Senior)
  • PPO
Personal Statement

I was drawn to a career in medicine for the way it combines science with meaningful human connection. Primary care, in particular, emphasizes the aspects I value most—primary prevention of disease and longitudinal relationships with patients. Above all else, I strive to ensure that patients feel comfortable, heard, and empowered. 

My professional interests include HIV medicine, HIV/STI prevention, LGBTQ+ medicine, travel medicine/global health, and culturally competent healthcare. 

Biographical Info

Dr. Debella is a native of New York’s Hudson Valley region. He attended Johns Hopkins University, where he graduated with university honors and earned a degree in Public Health Studies. Before entering medical school at Brown University, he worked in HIV/STI prevention at a nonprofit organization. He returned to New York to complete his residency in Internal Medicine at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, and he is delighted to continue his career as a primary care physician with Cornell.

He has particular clinical interests in HIV medicine, HIV/STI prevention, LGBTQ+ health, and travel medicine/global health. In his spare time, he enjoys discovering new restaurants and coffee shops, exploring New York City’s cultural enclaves, and caring for his houseplants and aquarium fish.

Clinical Expertise
HIV
Sexually Transmitted Infections
LGBTQ Health
Travel Medicine
Education 
  • M.D.
    Brown University School of Medicine
    2022
  • B.A.
    The Johns Hopkins University
    2017
Appointments 
  • Assistant Attending Physician
    NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
  • Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine
    Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University

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No External Relationships Reported