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Dr. Richard Zelkowitz, MD

Hematology* Age 65
Dr. Richard Zelkowitz, MD
5.0 (23 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Zelkowitz, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Bridgeport, CT.
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Dr. Richard Zelkowitz, MD

Hematology* Age 65
Bridgeport, CT
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Zelkowitz, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Bridgeport, CT.
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Dr. Richard Zelkowitz, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Bridgeport, CT. They currently practice at Hartford HealthCare Medical Group and are affiliated with Hartford Hospital and St. Vincent's Medical Center. Dr. Zelkowitz has experience treating conditions like Breast Cancer and Breast Lump among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Zelkowitz received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 23 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Zelkowitz is board certified in Hematology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
    2800 Main St, Bridgeport, CT 06606

Experience and Background Check

Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Anemia
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Bone Cancer
Breast Carcinoma
Coagulation Disorders
Constipation
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Hypothalamus Cancer
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Lung Cancer
Male Breast Carcinoma
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Neutropenia
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Shortness of Breath
Thyroid Cancer
Tobacco Use Disorder
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Acute Leukemia
Acute Lymphoid Leukemia
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
All Lymphoma
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Disorders
Anal or Rectal Pain
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Bladder Cancer
Bleeding Disorders
Blood Disorders
Brain Cancer
Brain Disorders
Breast Diseases
Cancer
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Cholangiocarcinoma
Chordoma
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Colorectal Cancer
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
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Duodenal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Fallopian Tube Cancer
Fever
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Hemochromatosis
Hemophilia
Hodgkin's Disease
Hypercoagulable State
Hypogammaglobulinemia
Immune Thrombocytopenia
Larynx Conditions
Leukocytopenia
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Liver Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Lymphocytosis
Lymphosarcoma
Male Breast Cancer
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
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Marginal Zone Lymphoma
Mediastinal Tumors
Metastatic Breast Cancer
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Mycosis Fungoides
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Myeloma
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Neuroendocrine Tumors
Nodular Lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Oral Cancer
Osteosarcoma
Ovarian Cancer
Pancytopenia
Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria
Peritoneal Cancer
Pharyngitis
Pineal Region Tumors
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Primary Hypercoagulable State
Prostate Cancer
Purpura
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Retina Diseases
Salivary Gland Cancer
Sebaceous Cysts
Skin Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thalassemia
Thrombocytosis
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Tongue Cancer
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
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Vascular Disease
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
von Willebrand Disease
Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening
Breast Cancer Screening
Breast Cancer Treatment
Cancer Screening
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Erythropoietin Test
Oral Cancer Screening
Skin Screenings

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Sep 16, 2022
Dr.Z is in a class by himself! His knowledge in the field of oncology along with his compassion and empathy for the human condition separates him from other physicians!
Nancy Gerard — Sep 16, 2022
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • Provide the best care possible in a compassionate and personalized manner.

Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Richard Zelkowitz, MD is a hematology specialist in Bridgeport, CT. He specializes in Hematology and Medical Oncology.
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Specialties*
Hematology
Medical Oncology
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hematology, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Westchester County Medical Center|Westchester Medical Center
    1984
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Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Brown University Alpert Medical School
    1989
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Zelkowitz, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Zelkowitz's profile.

Dr. Zelkowitz frequently treats the following conditions: Breast Cancer and Breast Lump. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Zelkowitz, MD is affiliated with Hartford Hospital and St. Vincent's Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Richard Zelkowitz, MD holds board certification in Hematology, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Hartford Hospital

    80 Seymour St, Hartford, CT

  • St. Vincent's Medical Center

    2800 Main St, Bridgeport, CT

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