Dr. James Cogill Salwitz, MD

Dr. James Salwitz is a board-certified oncologist and hematologist with expertise in hospice and palliative medicine. He brings 45 years of experience to cancer care, having earned his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed his residency at the prestigious Clinical Center at The NIH. Dr. Salwitz speaks both Russian and Spanish, helping him communicate with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Salwitz practices at multiple Astera Cancer Care locations throughout Somerset and East Brunswick, New Jersey, and maintains affiliations with The Children's Hospital At Saint Peters and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. He specializes in treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent disease and Paget disease of the breast. His comprehensive approach includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs alongside essential blood testing. Patients rate Dr. Salwitz 4.7 out of 5 stars for his compassionate …and thorough care.