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Dr. Philip Simkovitz, MD

Pulmonary Disease* Age 67
Dr. Philip Simkovitz, MD
2.4 (37 Ratings)

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Dr. Philip Simkovitz, MD

Pulmonary Disease* Age 67
Bridgeport, CT
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Philip Simkovitz, MD is a Pulmonologist in Bridgeport, CT.

About

Dr. Simkovitz graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and completed a residency at University Conn School of Medicine. Dr. Philip Simkovitz, MD is a Pulmonologist in Bridgeport, CT. Dr. Simkovitz currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Griffin Hospital, Saint Vincent's Medical Center, Yale New Haven Hospital and Bridgeport Hospital. Dr. Simkovitz has experience treating conditions like Shortness of Breath, Asthma and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Simkovitz received an average rating of 2.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 37 times. Dr. Simkovitz's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Simkovitz is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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

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Locations

  1. 1 St. Vincent's Medical Center
    2800 Main St, Bridgeport, CT 06606
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (203) 576-6000
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  2. 2 Office
    5520 Park Ave Ste WP1-900, Trumbull, CT 06611
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Simkovitz
2.4
Based on 37 Reviews
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1 Star (23)

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Jul 15, 2020
Dr. Simkovitz has taken great care of me for the past few years in both basic care and illness. I would highly recommend him to anyone!
Barbara — Jul 15, 2020
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Specialties*
Pulmonary Disease
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease
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Internship

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  • University of Connecticut Health Center
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Residency

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  • University Conn School of Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Philip Simkovitz, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Simkovitz's profile.

Dr. Simkovitz frequently treats the following conditions: Shortness of Breath, Asthma and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Philip Simkovitz, MD is affiliated with Griffin Hospital, Saint Vincent's Medical Center, Yale New Haven Hospital and Bridgeport Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Philip Simkovitz, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Griffin Hospital

    130 Division St, Derby, CT

  • Saint Vincent's Medical Center

    2800 Main St, Bridgeport, CT

  • Yale New Haven Hospital

    20 York St, New Haven, CT

  • Bridgeport Hospital

    267 Grant St, Bridgeport, CT