William James Schwartz MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
3141 45th St Astoria NY, 11103About
Dr. William Schwartz is a cardiologist practicing in Astoria, NY. Dr. Schwartz specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Schwartz also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
Provider Details
Awards
- New York Super Doctors 2008-2011
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hyperthyroidism
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Fellowships
- Cardiology, Bronx Municipal Hospital Center
- Cardiac Cath., New York University Medical Center
- New York University Medical Center
- Bronx Municipal Hospital Center
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