Summary

Dr. Michael Smar is a cardiologist and internal medicine physician who specializes in cardiovascular disease and comprehensive internal medicine care. He earned his medical degree from McGill University and completed his residency at North Shore University Hospital-Manhasset in 1982, followed by fellowship training in hospice and palliative medicine at Northwell. With 47 years of medical experience, Dr. Smar brings extensive knowledge to his practice of heart and internal medicine.

Dr. Smar is affiliated with Northwell Health Hospital and practices in North Baldwin, New York. His cardiovascular expertise includes treating high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as electrocardiograms and blood tests, and provides preventive care including flu vaccinations. Patients rate Dr. Smar 4.8 out of 5 stars for his compassionate and thorough approach to cardiac and internal medicine care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 47 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • Northwell Hospice & Palliative Medicine Fellowship
  • 5 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Michael Smar

2277 Grand Ave # 2North Baldwin, NY 11510

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Michael Smar, MDDr. Maureen Z. Wang, MDDr. Marc S. Eisenberg, MDDr. Seth Goldbarg, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
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4.8 
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47 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, French, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Chinese, English, French
North Baldwin , NYBrooklyn , NYNew York , NYFlushing , NY
Med School: McGill University Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Yale University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Michael Smar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • 32BJ Health Fund
  • AETNA - Commercial
  • AETNA - Medicare
  • Amidacare Medicaid
  • Anthem/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Commercial
  • Anthem/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - HealthPlus Medicaid
  • Centivo
  • CIGNA Healthcare
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth - GHI-PPO
  • EmblemHealth - HIP
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicaid
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicare
  • Fidelis Health Care
  • HealthFirst Medicaid
  • HealthFirst Medicare
  • Horizon NJ
  • Magnacare-Health Care
  • Medicare - NJ
  • Medicare - NY
  • Metroplus
  • Multiplan PHCS
  • NJ Medicaid
  • NY Medicaid
  • Oscar
  • Oxford - Freedom and Liberty
  • United Health Care - Commercial
  • United Health Care - Empire Plan
  • United Health Care - Oxford Care

Medical Specialties

Michael Smar has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Michael Smar has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Cardiologist
  • Check-up
  • Heart Block
  • Heartburn
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Unstable Angina
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Michael Smar holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Northwell Hospice & Palliative Medicine Fellowship in 1982 and North Shore University Hospital-Manhasset in 1982.

Medical School

Graduated from McGill University in 1979.

NPI Number

Michael Smar's NPI number is 1457349706.

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Michael Smar is affiliated with Northwell Health Hospital.

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