Summary

Dr. Irene Hwu specializes in geriatric medicine, focusing on the comprehensive care of older adults. She earned her medical degree from SUNY Brooklyn Medical School and completed her internship at St. Vincent's Hospital and Medical Center in 2008. Dr. Hwu then finished her residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 2011, followed by a fellowship at Stony Brook University Medical Center in 2012. With 19 years of experience in medicine, she provides care in English.

Dr. Hwu practices at Stony Brook University Hospital and sees patients in East Setauket, NY. Her clinical expertise includes general internal medicine and specialized geriatric care for aging patients. She performs complete blood counts to assess overall health and coordinates physical therapy and manual therapy treatments to help patients maintain mobility and function. Patients have given Dr. Hwu an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 19 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Stony Brook University Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Stony Brook Internists PC - General Medicine

205 N Belle Mead RdEast Setauket, NY 11733

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Geriatric MedicineGeriatric MedicineGeriatric MedicineNurse Practitioner
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3.3 
4.7 
19 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
East Setauket , NYWilton , CTPort Jefferson Station , NYMedford , NY
Med School: SUNY Brooklyn Medical School Med School: New York University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Irene Hwu

  • Accepts Medicare
  • (Anthem) EMP HEALTH CHOICE HMO
  • (Anthem) EMP HEALTH CHOICE PPO
  • (Anthem) EMP HEALTH CHOICE SR
  • Aetna
  • Affinity
  • AgeWell
  • Beech Street
  • Centerlight (CCM)
  • CIGNA HMO
  • CIGNA PPO
  • Fidelis
  • GHI / MEDICARE PLUS
  • GHI CBP
  • GHI HMO
  • Great West
  • Health Smart WTC
  • HEALTHFIRST
  • HIP
  • Humana Military
  • MagnaCare
  • MET EMPIRE
  • MULTIPLAN
  • OXFORD
  • Partners Health Plan
  • UNITED HEALTHCARE
  • Workers Compensation

Medical Specialties

Dr. Irene Hwu has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Irene Hwu has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • EOL Care
  • Geriatrician
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Stony Brook University Medical Center2012

Residency

University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey2011

Internship

St. Vincents Hospital and Medical Center2008

Medical School

SUNY Brooklyn Medical SchoolGraduated in 2007

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Irene Hwu's office located?
Dr. Irene Hwu's office is located at 205 N Belle Mead Rd, East Setauket, NY, 11733.
Does Dr. Irene Hwu accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Irene Hwu accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Irene Hwu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Irene Hwu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Irene Hwu speak?
Dr. Irene Hwu speaks English.
Is Dr. Irene Hwu accepting new patients?
Dr. Irene Hwu is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Irene Hwu's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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