Medical Specialties

Our medical services include heart health care, endocrinology, neurology, rheumatology, gastroenterology, comprehensive diabetes and kidney disease care and more. Through a care model centered on prevention, patient education, and continuity of care, we support patients in receiving timely access to specialty expertise close to home.

Diabetes Care

Metropolitan Hospital is a designated Diabetes Center of Excellence, providing comprehensive care for patients with diabetes and prediabetes. Services include individualized counseling, group education, lifestyle modification programs, and close monitoring of clinical outcomes.

Our diabetes care is delivered by a multidisciplinary team of physicians, certified diabetes educators, dietitians, nurses, and social workers, with a strong emphasis on patient education and self-management support.

Endocrinology and Metabolism Care

Endocrinology and metabolism services at Metropolitan Hospital address hormonal and metabolic conditions that affect overall health, including disorders of the thyroid, adrenal glands, pituitary function, and metabolism. Our endocrinologists work closely with nurses, dietitians, and other specialists to deliver individualized care plans based on each patient’s clinical needs.

Treatment in our clinic focuses on accurate diagnosis, medication management, lifestyle counseling, and long-term disease monitoring.

Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology services at Metropolitan Hospital provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care, advanced diagnostic and screening procedures, and specialized treatment for digestive and liver disorders. The division is recognized as a Center of Excellence for colorectal cancer screening and serves as a referral center for patients across New York City.

Services and Conditions Treated Include:

• Capsule endoscopy and advanced motility testing
• Colonoscopy and upper endoscopy for screening and diagnosis
• Digestive disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and Barrett’s esophagus
• Gastrointestinal bleeding and ulcers
• Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis)
• Liver disease, including hepatitis B and C, fatty liver, and cirrhosis
• Swallowing disorders and esophageal motility problems

Heart Health (Cardiovascular Care)

Heart health services at Metropolitan Hospital focus on the prevention, diagnosis, and management of cardiovascular conditions across the lifespan. Cardiologists, nurses, dietitians, and care coordinators work together to support patients through routine screenings, risk assessments, treatment planning, and long-term follow-up.

Care in our clinic focuses on early intervention, patient education, lifestyle guidance, and ongoing monitoring to reduce complications and improve cardiovascular outcomes.

Kidney (Nephrology) Care

Kidney care services at Metropolitan Hospital focus on the evaluation and management of chronic kidney disease and related conditions. Our nephrologists (kidney specialists) collaborate with nurses, dietitians, and social workers to provide coordinated care that supports disease management, complication prevention, and quality of life.

Our clinic services include ongoing monitoring, nutrition counseling, medication management, and patient education to help individuals actively participate in their care.

Nephrology (Kidney) Care

Nephrology services at Metropolitan Hospital provide comprehensive care for kidney disease, including outpatient clinics, inpatient consultations, and acute and chronic dialysis services. Our care team operates a high-volume hemodialysis unit and offers advanced therapies, including continuous renal replacement therapy in the intensive care unit, while providing patients and their families with education, counseling, and support at every stage of care.

Services Include:

• Acute kidney injury
• Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
• Dialysis and kidney transplant management
• Electrolyte and acid-base imbalances
• Glomerulonephritis and other kidney diseases
• High blood pressure related to kidney issues
• Kidney stones

Neurology

Metropolitan Hospital Neurology services provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and long-term management of conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. Our neurologists work closely with primary care providers and other specialty teams to deliver coordinated, individualized care across the continuum—from initial assessment and diagnostic testing to treatment, follow-up, and ongoing monitoring.

Our care teams focus on managing chronic neurological conditions, reducing symptoms, and supporting overall function and quality of life through evidence-based treatment and patient education.

Rheumatology

Rheumatology services at Metropolitan Hospital specialize in the evaluation and long-term management of autoimmune and inflammatory conditions affecting the joints, muscles, and connective tissue. Our rheumatologists collaborate with primary care providers and other specialists to develop personalized care plans that address disease activity, symptom control, and functional outcomes.

Treatment in our clinic emphasizes accurate diagnosis, medication management, patient education, and ongoing monitoring to support long-term health and daily functioning.

Services and Conditions Treated Include:

• Arthritis (rheumatoid, osteoarthritis, psoriatic)
• Chronic pain and joint disorders
• Epilepsy and seizure disorders
• Gout and autoimmune inflammatory conditions
• Headaches and migraines
• Lupus and other connective tissue diseases
• Multiple sclerosis and neurodegenerative disorders
• Neuromuscular disorders (e.g., myasthenia gravis, peripheral neuropathy)
• Stroke and transient ischemic attacks (TIA)

Contact Us

      To schedule an appointment for your specialty, please call:

• Diabetes: (212) 423-7611
• Endocrinology: (212) 423-6511
• Gastroenterology: (212) 423-6145
• Heart Health (Cardiovascular): (212) 423-6820
• Kidney Disease: (212) 423-6145
• Neurology: (212) 423-6145
• Rheumatology: (212) 423-7644