About Me
As an emergency medicine physician at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ, I find fulfillment in the immediate, positive impact I can make in the lives of my patients during their most vulnerable moments. I thrive in the dynamic, urban environment of the emergency room, where each day brings new challenges and opportunities to serve a diverse patient population. I am particularly drawn to the unique problem-solving scenarios that each patient encounter presents, and I value the collaboration with my dedicated colleagues in healthcare.
My expertise lies in providing comprehensive care for patients with a variety of conditions. I am devoted to assisting patients with unique problems or needs, and I firmly believe in making collective decisions to determine the most effective treatment plan. My extensive experience and dedication enable me to ensure that my patients feel heard and receive a thorough examination to meet their needs.
Being part of ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ allows me to offer coordinated, seamless care, guiding patients through our intricate healthcare system and helping them transition to the next phase of their care. Throughout my career, I have been acknowledged for my commitment to high-quality patient care and for upholding the principles of humanism in medicine.
My decision to pursue a career in medicine was inspired by a desire to make a tangible difference in patients’ lives. The intensity and immediacy of emergency medicine, along with the opportunity to serve patients from all walks of life, attracted me to this field. I am proud to be a part of the ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ team, where I continue to strive for excellence in patient care every day.
Credentials
Positions
- Clinical Associate Professor,
Board Certifications
- American Board of Preventive Medicine (Clinical Informatics), 2019
- American Board of Emergency Medicine - Emergency Medicine, 2012
Education and Training
- Residency, Lincoln Med & Mental Hlth Ctr (Bronx, NY), Emergency Medicine, 2011
- MD from Saint George's University, 2007
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Insurance Plans Accepted
This provider accepts the following insurance plans.
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Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Aetna Indemnity
- Aetna Medicare
- Aetna POS
- Aetna PPO/EPO
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Agewell
- Agewell
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Amidacare
- Amidacare
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Empire BCBS
- Empire BCBS Top Tier
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Centerlight
- Centerlight
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Centers Plan For Healthy Living
- Centers Plan for Healthy Living
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Cigna
- Cigna EPO/POS
- Cigna PPO
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ElderPlan
- ElderPlan
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Emblem
- Emblem Select Care Exchange
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Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield HealthPlus
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield Indemnity
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield MediBlue
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield POS
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
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Fidelis
- Fidelis Child Health
- Fidelis Exchange
- Fidelis Medicaid
- Fidelis Medicare
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GHI
- GHI CBP
- GHI HMO
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HIP
- HIP Access I
- HIP Access II
- HIP Child Health
- HIP EPO/PPO
- HIP HMO
- HIP Medicaid
- HIP Medicare
- HIP POS
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Hamaspik Choice
- Hamaspik Choice Medicare DSNP
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Healthfirst
- Healthfirst
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Hotel Trades
- Hotel Trades
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Humana
- Humana Medicare
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Local 1199
- Local 1199 PPO
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Longevity Health Plan
- Longevity Health Plan Medicare
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MagnaCare
- MagnaCare PPO
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Medicaid
- NY Medicaid
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Medicare
- Medicare
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MetroPlus
- MetroPlus Child Health
- MetroPlus Exchange Plans
- MetroPlus Medicaid
- MetroPlus Medicare
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MultiPlan/PHCS
- MultiPlan/PHCS PPO
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NYS Health Insurance Plan
- The Empire Plan
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Oscar
- Oscar
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Oxford
- Oxford Freedom
- Oxford Liberty
- Oxford Medicare
- Oxford Metro
- Oxford Mosaic
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PHP
- PHP
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Railroad Medicare
- Railroad Medicare
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Senior Whole Health
- Senior Whole Health
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Tricare
- Tricare
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UHC
- UnitedHealthcare EPO
- UnitedHealthcare HMO
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare
- UnitedHealthcare POS
- UnitedHealthcare PPO
- UnitedHealthcare Top Tier
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United Healthcare
- UHC Medicare Complete Choice Regional PPO
- United Healthcare Compass Exchange /CareCore / Charter
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VNS
- Visiting Nurse Service (VNS) Medicare
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Village Caremax
- Village Caremax
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WTC Health Program
- WTC Health Program
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WellCare
- WellCare Medicare
Viraj S. Lakdawala, MD does not accept insurance.
Locations and Appointments
NYU Emergency Medicine
550 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Publications
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Smith, Silas W; Tiu, Janelle; Caspers, Christopher G; Lakdawala, Viraj S; Koziatek, Christian A; Swartz, Jordan L; Lee, David C; Jamin, Catherine T; Femia, Robert J; Haines, Elizabeth J
Joint Commission journal on quality & patient safety. 2021 Feb ; 47(2):86-98
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Koziatek, Christian A; Rubin, Ada; Lakdawala, Viraj; Lee, David C; Swartz, Jordan; Auld, Elizabeth; Smith, Silas W; Reddy, Harita; Jamin, Catherine; Testa, Paul; Femia, Robert; Caspers, Christopher
Journal of emergency medicine. 2020 Oct ; 59(4):610-618
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Koziatek, Christian; Klein, Noah; Mohan, Sanjay; Lakdawala, Viraj; Swartz, Jordan; Femia, Robert; Press, Robert; Caspers, Christopher
American journal of emergency medicine. 2021 Mar ; 41:184-189