Joshua A. Schwimmer
Expertise in
6
conditions
Expertise in
6
conditions

Overview

Dr. Joshua Schwimmer is a nephrologist doctor, a kidney and blood pressure specialist an based in Midtown Manhattan, NYC. With over 15 years of clinical experience in nephrology and general medicine, Dr. Schwimmer receives outstanding reviews from patients of all ages. In 2014, Dr. Schwimmer was recruited to join the full-time medical staff of Lenox Hill Hospital and Northwell Health Physician Partners. In practice with Dr. Mark Gardenswartz, Dr. Schwimmer sees patients at his East 59th Street office and hospitalized patients at Lenox Hill Hospital. As a doctor's; Dr. Schwimmer is trusted to provide care to many physicians and their families. As a believer in using technology to improve health care, he offers all patients free, secure communication by email. An award-winning physician-teacher, Dr. Schwimmer trained with Dr. Gerald Appel at New York-Presbyterian Hospital and the Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, Strong Memorial Hospital, and the University of Rochester Medical Center. Prior to being recruited by Lenox Hill Hospital and Northwell Health, he has held appointments on the faculty of the Mount Sinai Medical Center, the Columbia University Medical Center, and the NYU School of Medicine, and he has published more than 25 scientific papers, abstracts, and book chapters. Dr. Schwimmer is a fellow of the American College of Physicians and the American Society of Nephrology.

Dr. Schwimmer is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, High Potassium Level, and Hypertension.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Rochester

Residency

University of Rochester Medical Center

Specialties

Nephrology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in NY

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine
American Board Of Internal Medicine/Nephrology

Fellowships

Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

Hospital Affiliations

Hofstra/Northwell School Of Medicine/Nursing
Lenox Hill Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Metropolitan Health Plan
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Northwell Health
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Locations

Northwell Health Physician Partners Nephrology at East 59th Street
110 East 59th Street, Suite 10B, New York, NY 10022

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Schwimmer has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Hypertension
Nephrotic Syndrome
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Polycystic Kidney Disease
IgA Nephropathy
Glomerulonephritis

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joshua A. Schwimmer

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Joshua A. Schwimmer by calling their office at 212-434-4040. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Joshua A. Schwimmer a top-rated expert for Acute Kidney Failure?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joshua A. Schwimmer is classified as an Advanced expert for Acute Kidney Failure, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Joshua A. Schwimmer specialize in?

While Dr. Joshua A. Schwimmer is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, and High Potassium Level. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.

Does Dr. Joshua A. Schwimmer participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Joshua A. Schwimmer has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acute Kidney Failure. You can view a list of Dr. Joshua A. Schwimmer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Joshua A. Schwimmer accept my insurance?

Dr. Joshua A. Schwimmer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-434-4040 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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