Dr. Joel Baum MD

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Ratings and Reviews for Dr. Joel Baum

Very Good

Dr. Joel Baum has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5) with a rating of Very Good based on 6 reviews.

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Board Certification, Specialty and Expertise

Dr. Joel Baum identified specializing in GastroenterologyGastroenterology
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to see internal organs. and Internal MedicineInternal Medicine
A personal physician who provides long term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults, and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections, and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints, and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health, and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ear, skin, nervous system, and reproductive organs.. He is certied by The American Board of Internal Medicine for Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

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Insurance Accepted

Dr. Joel Baum accepts the following plans for Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield at 11203 Queens Blvd

• Child Health Plus
• Direct HMO
• Direct POS
• Direct Pay HMO
• Direct Pay HMO/POS

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Hospital Affiliations

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Dr. Baum is affiliated with 1 hospital:

Elmhurst Hospital Center
79-01 Broadway
Elmhurst, NY

Education

Dr. Baum attended medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine and graduated in 1984 having 29 years experience.

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• J Baum

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