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Matthew Kessler

Matthew Kessler, MD

Internal Medicine

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 18-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Hospital Affiliations

  • Nuvance Health - Danbury Hospital

About Matthew Kessler

Professional Statement

Dr. Matthew Kessler is a board-certified internist who believes in evidence-based medicine and preventative care. He sees patients ages 18 and older, and his areas of expertise include prevention and wellness, as well as health screenings and diagnosis for management of acute and chronic illnesses. He fosters strong relationships with his patients to best understand their health goals. In his free time, Dr. Kessler is an avid sports fan and enjoys hiking in the tri-state area with his wife.

Get To Know Me

Why should someone choose you to care for their health?
I take the time to listen to my patients and understand their health goals which allows a personalized level of medicine.

What is the most important thing your patients should expect from their professional relationship with you? What do you expect from them?
My patients should expect an honest and educated conversation about their medical concerns in a laid-back environment.

How do you spend your personal time when you're not caring for patients?
I enjoy following baseball and football as well as hiking the tri-state area.

Why did you choose your specialty and what is its greatest reward?
I chose internal medicine to be able treat a diverse group of medical conditions and help my patients through all of their medical challenges during their lifetime.

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Internal Medicine, 2017
  • Internship: Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Internal Medicine, 2015
  • Medical School: New York Medical College, 2014

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine

Locations

  1. Nuvance Health Medical Practice - Primary Care Brewster
Need help scheduling? Call 845-279-7200

Insurance

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Search plans
  • Aetna
  • Anthem BlueCross Blue Shield Connecticut
  • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • Coventry-Aetna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire BlueCross Blue Shield
  • Empire Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid New York
  • Medicare New York
  • Medicare Railroad
  • Multiplan Inc
  • MVP Health Care
  • Northwell Direct
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Tricare Humana Military
  • United Healthcare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

529 ratings, 12 reviews

Provider star ratings are calculated using patient responses to the provider care questions in our patient experience survey. Below you can see the provider’s star rating and the number of his or her patients who have provided feedback. Ratings depicted represent those clinicians that have at least 30 completed surveys on a rolling 12 month basis.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    After years of visiting Dr. Kessler as my primary I feel he knows my medical condition well. He is thorough in his exams, answers questions knowledgeably with good advice, and spends a good amount of time making sure all areas of my medical life is covered. He is also very responsive throughout the year with any issues that occur and is good about answering via the portal.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Excellent doctor and staff. Always go above and beyond for care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    He explained my concerns with me where I felt very confident in my own body and gave me great encouragement that everything was okay.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Dr. Kessler's compassion and empathy are unmatched. He goes above and beyond to provide me and my family with the best care we could get anywhere. We literally trust him with our lives.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/13/2025

    Dr. Matthew is concerned about me personally. He explained things in a manner that I understood. He is kind and and give offers that I can relate to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    I really felt like I was talking with someone who genuinely cared. It was wonderful!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    My exam was thorough and not rushed. Dr Kessler's interview covered all aspects of my somewhat complicated health issues and he provided referrals as needed. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Professional, easy to speak to, gives understandable explanations, spends necessary time with me, considerate and respectful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/2/2025

    Very knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/29/2025

    Takes time to explain. Printed information for me and ordered therapy and meds as needed. Very professional and very nice

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2025

    Very thorough exam with explanation of everything...Also express concern over al attributes of my overall well being.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/5/2025

    He listens, answers questions and takes his time .