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Dr. Richard Schwimmer, MD

Pediatrics* Age 79
Dr. Richard Schwimmer, MD
4.5 (8 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Schwimmer, MD

Pediatrics* Age 79
Brooklyn, NY
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54 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Schwimmer, MD is a Pediatrician in Brooklyn, NY.

About

Dr. Schwimmer graduated from Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Richard Schwimmer, MD is a Pediatrician in Brooklyn, NY and has 54 years experience. Dr. Schwimmer currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Hospital for Special Surgery. At present, Dr. Schwimmer received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Schwimmer's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Schwimmer is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    2635 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11210
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  2. 2 Office
    182 Dover St, Brooklyn, NY 11235
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Aug 01, 2024
Dr Schwimmer is always available, he is by far the best pediatrician I know. We went there even after we moved from Brooklyn to New Jersey.
Anne — Aug 01, 2024
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Pediatrics
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Education

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  • Thomas Jefferson University
    1971
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  • Pediatrics
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Schwimmer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Schwimmer's profile.

Dr. Richard Schwimmer, MD is affiliated with Hospital for Special Surgery.

Yes, Dr. Richard Schwimmer, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Hospital for Special Surgery

    535 E 70th St, New York, NY