Summary

Dr. Benjamin Safirstein is a pulmonologist and allergy and immunology specialist who brings over six decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. With 61 years of experience treating respiratory and allergic conditions, Dr. Safirstein has developed extensive knowledge in managing complex lung disorders. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Safirstein practices at Saint Michaels Medical Center and maintains locations in Glen Ridge and Newark, New Jersey. His clinical focus includes treating chronic lung disease, interstitial lung disease, and pulmonary fibrosis. He performs specialized diagnostic procedures such as CT scans and chest CT scans to evaluate lung conditions. These advanced imaging techniques help him accurately diagnose and monitor respiratory disorders for his patients.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 61 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Mount Sinai Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Benjamin Herbert Safirstein has 2 locations

Better Breathing Center

123 Highland Ave Ste 101Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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61 Years of Experience 61 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Tamil, Telugu Speaks English
Glen Ridge , NJFlushing , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Madras Medical College - India Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Benjamin Herbert Safirstein

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Benjamin Herbert Safirstein has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Benjamin Herbert Safirstein has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Allergy & Immunology
  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Aspergillosis
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Fungal Lung Diseases
  • Pneumonia
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

61 Years Experience

Dr. Benjamin Herbert Safirstein holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences in 1965.

NPI Number

Dr. Safirstein's NPI number is 1073512398.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Benjamin Safirstein's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Safirstein's office is located at 123 Highland Ave Ste 101, Glen Ridge, NJ, 07028.
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Dr. Benjamin Safirstein speaks English and Spanish.

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