Summary

Dr. Joseph Gelbfish is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in interventional cardiology and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Beth Israel Medical Center. With 46 years of clinical experience, Dr. Gelbfish has developed deep expertise in treating complex heart conditions. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Gelbfish practices at NewYork-Presbyterian/Brooklyn Methodist in Bay Ridge and maintains hospital affiliations with NewYork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. He focuses on treating high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and familial lipid disorders. His practice includes performing blood tests, complete blood counts, and electrocardiograms to evaluate heart health. Patients have given Dr. Gelbfish an average rating of 3.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 3
  • 46 years of experience
  • 4 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Beth Israel Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 19 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Flexible scheduling

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph S. Gelbfish

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 National Benefit Fund
  • Aetna
  • Health Insurance Plan of NY (HIP)
  • Multiplan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph S. Gelbfish has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph S. Gelbfish has the following 19 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Valve Diseases
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Mitral Valve Prolapse
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Beth Israel Medical Center

Medical School

New York University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1980

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Dr. Joseph Gelbfish accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Dr. Joseph Gelbfish's office located?
Dr. Joseph Gelbfish's office is located at 8721 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11209.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Gelbfish affiliated with?
Dr. Joseph Gelbfish is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
Does Dr. Joseph Gelbfish accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joseph Gelbfish accepts on their Vitals profile.

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