Summary

Dr. Richard Schwartz specializes in cardiovascular disease and brings nearly four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Winthrop University Hospital. With 39 years of experience treating heart conditions, Dr. Schwartz has developed extensive knowledge in managing complex cardiovascular cases. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Schwartz practices at NYU Langone Island Cardiac Specialists in Garden City, New York, and maintains hospital privileges at NYU Langone Hospital Long Island. His clinical focus includes treating patients with acute coronary syndrome, chest pain, and heart valve problems. He performs specialized procedures such as angioplasty to open blocked arteries, arterial stent placement, and heart defect repairs. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 39 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Winthrop University Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

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Garden City , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYScarsdale , NY
Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Siddhartha Med Col
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard K. Schwartz

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna HMO
  • Aetna Indemnity
  • Aetna Medicare
  • Local 1199 - NYU Hospital Member Choice
  • Local 1199 PPO

Medical Specialties

Richard K. Schwartz has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Richard K. Schwartz has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Angioplasty
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Balloon Angioplasty (Coronary Angioplasty)
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiologist
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Catheterization
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Richard K. Schwartz holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Winthrop University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Richard K. Schwartz's NPI number is 1083607311.

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Richard Schwartz is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospital Long Island.

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