Summary

Dr. Joshua Safer specializes in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, bringing 36 years of clinical experience to patient care. They completed medical school at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and went on to complete residency training at Beth Israel Medical Center. Dr. Safer communicates with patients in Arabic and Spanish in addition to English.

Dr. Safer practices at The Mount Sinai Hospital and maintains locations in both New York, New York and Boston, Massachusetts. They focus on treating diabetes and various endocrine conditions, with particular expertise in managing type 2 diabetes mellitus and gender dysphoria. Dr. Safer performs electrolysis and laser surgery procedures, and also offers virtual care options for patient convenience. Patients rate Dr. Safer 4.2 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 36 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, Spanish
  • Beth Israel Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Joshua D Safer has 4 locations

Mount Sinai Medical Center

1 Gustave L Levy Pl Fl 12New York, NY 10029

Boston Medical Center Endocrine Nutrition & Diabetes Clinic

732 Harrison Ave Fl 2Boston, MA 02118
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mount Sinai Hospital

1 Gustave L Levy PlNew York, NY 10029

Boston Medical Center

732 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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36 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Arabic, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish
New York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYFresh Meadows , NY
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND PUBLIC HEALTH Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Mt Sinai School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joshua D Safer

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • CDPHP - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Golden Rule
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • QualCare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joshua D Safer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joshua D Safer has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Diabetes, Type 2
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Thyroid Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Beth Israel Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND PUBLIC HEALTH in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Safer's NPI number is 1225018245.

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