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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.
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 locationsBetter Breathing Center
123 Highland Ave Ste 101Glen Ridge, NJ 07028 Tel: (973) 744-9125
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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| Glen Ridge , NJ | Flushing , NY | New York , NY | New 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
Medical Specialties
Dr. Benjamin Herbert Safirstein has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Benjamin Herbert Safirstein has the following 11 areas of expertise
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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- Dr. Benjamin Safirstein's office is located at 123 Highland Ave Ste 101, Glen Ridge, NJ, 07028.
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