Summary

Dr. John Ashkar treats respiratory failure, hypothyroidism, and hypertension and performs bedside swallow exams. He practices pulmonology, internal medicine, and critical care medicine and has 30 years of experience. Dr. Ashkar is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospital Brooklyn and sees patients in Brooklyn, New York. He earned his medical degree from the University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine and speaks Arabic, English, Russian, and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Ashkar 4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 30 years of experience
  • speaks Arabic, English, Russian, Spanish
  • University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine
  • 8 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. John Antonios Ashkar has 2 locations

J A Personal Medical Care Practice Pllc

355 Ovington Ave Ste 202Brooklyn, NY 11209
Mon11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fri11:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Nyu Langone Hospital Brooklyn

150 55th StBrooklyn, NY 11220

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Speaks Arabic, English, Russian, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Russian, Spanish
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Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: M S Ramaiah Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Antonios Ashkar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Antonios Ashkar has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Antonios Ashkar has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emphysema
  • Insomnia
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Dr. John Antonios Ashkar 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

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Ashkar's NPI number is 1073568184.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. John Ashkar affiliated with?
Dr. John Ashkar is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospital Brooklyn.
Does Dr. John Ashkar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Ashkar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. John Ashkar's office located?
Dr. John Ashkar's office is located at 355 Ovington Ave Ste 202, Brooklyn, NY, 11209.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Ashkar?
You can find contact information for Dr. John Ashkar here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. John Ashkar speak?
Dr. John Ashkar speaks Arabic, English, Russian, and Spanish.

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