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Dr. Frederick Ast, MD

Rheumatology* Age 64
Dr. Frederick Ast, MD
2.7 (29 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Frederick Ast, MD is a Rheumatologist in New York, NY.
Dr. Frederick Ast, MD
2.7 (29 Ratings)
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Dr. Frederick Ast, MD

Rheumatology* Age 64
New York, NY
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Frederick Ast, MD is a Rheumatologist in New York, NY.

About

Dr. Frederick Ast, MD is a Rheumatologist in New York, NY. Dr. Ast currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Adirondack Medical Center Saranac Lake and Opelousas General Health System. Dr. Ast has experience treating conditions like Arthritis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ast received an average rating of 2.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 29 times. Dr. Ast's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Ast also speaks Chinese and German. Dr. Ast is board certified in Allergy & Immunology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Arthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoporosis
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoporosis
Behçet's Disease
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Pain
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Psoriatic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Spondylitis
Systemic Vasculitis
Trigger Finger
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Arthritis of the Neck
Arthropathy Associated With Reiters Disease
Autoimmune Hepatitis
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dermatomyositis
Difficulty With Walking
Dry Eyes
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Dupuytrens Contracture
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Epstein-Barr Virus
Felty's Syndrome
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Goodpasture's Disease
Gout
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Granulomatosis
Hammer Toe
Infective Arthritis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Swelling
Lyme Disease
Malaise and Fatigue
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Polymyositis
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Raynaud's Disease
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Elbow
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Sarcoidosis
Scleroderma
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Still's Disease
Temporal Arteritis
Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Steroid Injection
Trigger Point Injection
Ultrasound
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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  • Empire (Select Network)-NY POS
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  • Personal Choice PPO
  • Curative EPO
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    Curative PPO
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ast
2.7
Based on 29 Reviews
5 Stars (11)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (16)

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Nov 16, 2019
Dr. Ast had been busy but still took the time to make me feel like I was the only patient there. I was impressed with the nice facility and the caring staff and friendly can do attitude and smiles.
— Nov 16, 2019
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Chinese
German
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Rheumatology
Internal Medicine
Allergy & Immunology
Specialties*
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Allergy & Immunology, Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital
    1988
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • St Lukes/Roosevelt Hospital
    1990
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Mt Sinai Hospital|New York University Medical Center
    1994
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Frederick Ast, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ast's profile.

Dr. Frederick Ast, MD is affiliated with Adirondack Medical Center Saranac Lake and Opelousas General Health System.

Yes, Dr. Frederick Ast, MD holds board certification in Allergy & Immunology, Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Adirondack Medical Center Saranac Lake

    2233 State Route 86, Saranac Lake, NY

  • Opelousas General Health System

    539 E Prudhomme St, Opelousas, LA