Dr. John A. Ashkar, MD | Brooklyn, NY | Pulmonology

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Dr. John Ashkar is a pulmonologist with expertise in internal medicine and critical care medicine who has been practicing for 30 years. He earned his medical degree from the University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine and brings three decades of experience to his comprehensive approach to respiratory and critical care. Dr. Ashkar is fluent in Spanish, Russian, English, and Arabic, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Ashkar is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospital Brooklyn and practices in Brooklyn, New York. He specializes in treating conditions such as high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies. His clinical work includes performing complete blood counts, white blood cell differential testing, and kidney function assessments through creatinine testing. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 based on their care experiences.

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

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The worst Doctor and staff ever, I would not recommend

December 11th, 2019

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Worst drs office I’ve ever gone to. Dragging their feet for a new Bpap. Sorry I didn’t go back to Dr Rubin. Ashkar has the worse staff.

December 9th, 2019

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The best doctor ever

March 15th, 2019

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I saw Dr Ashkar for shortness of breath, was diagnosed with sarcoidosis, now i feel much better, i am very thankful for Dr Ashkar, him amd his staff help me a lot and guide me in every step of my disease.

November 16th, 2010

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I really appreciated the time Dr Ashkar spend with me, he explained everything to mo in simple way and he also spend time explaining to me how to use my inhaler.I do recommended him very highly.

November 27th, 2009

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i was very satisfied, the Dr gave me enough time to explain my disease and the treatment plan. I feel great nowIt was a much better experience then my previous experiences with different doctors.

November 21st, 2009

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i was very satisfied with my experience of visiting Dr. Ashkar office.I do recommend him very highly for other patients

November 1st, 2009

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I saw multiple lung doctors before seeing Dr Ashkar without any improvement, i was impressed by how he was able to diagnose my disease and i was very happy getting the right treatment.i am able to breath much better now.

September 22nd, 2009

J A Personal Medical Care Practice Pllc

355 Ovington Ave Ste 202Brooklyn, NY 11209

Tel: (718) 621-7100

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

Tel: (718) 630-6580


Dr. John Antonios Ashkar, MD	Hilary Carlson, NP	Dr. Pramod Narula, MD	Dr. Alexandra Pearson Kass, MD
Pulmonology	Pulmonology	Pulmonology	Pulmonology
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4 (40 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.9 (18 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
30 Years of Experience		50 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Russian, English, Arabic	Speaks English	Speaks English
Brooklyn , NY	New York , NY	Brooklyn , NY	New York , NY
Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine		Med School: Delhi University India	Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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University Of Damascus Faculty Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Where is Dr. John Ashkar's office located?: Dr. John Ashkar's office is located at 355 Ovington Ave Ste 202, Brooklyn, NY, 11209.
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