Dr. Edward Chew: Chairman of the Department of Emergency Medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem
Leading Emergency Medicine in Northern Manhattan with Compassion and Expertise
A prominent emergency physician, Dr. Chew is the Chairman of the Department of Emergency Medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem. With extensive experience in emergency care and a commitment to serving the community, he leads the department in providing high-quality, immediate medical attention to the residents of Central Harlem and surrounding areas.
Harlem Hospital Center, also known as NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem, is a 272-bed public teaching hospital affiliated with Columbia University. It is the largest hospital in Central Harlem and the only Safety Net Hospital in Northern Manhattan, delivering a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, diagnostic, therapeutic, and family support services.
Boasting an impressive academic background, Dr. Chew earned both his undergraduate and graduate degrees from New York University before completing his medical education at New York Medical College in 2003. He further honed his skills during his internship and residency in emergency medicine at Jacobi Medical Center from 2004 to 2007. Following his training, he achieved board certification in emergency medicine from the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM), which recognizes physicians who meet rigorous educational, professional, and examination standards.
With emergency medicine being a critical specialty that addresses acute illnesses and injuries, Dr. Chew’s leadership enhances the department’s ability to respond effectively to the community’s urgent health needs. His dedication to patient care has been acknowledged through prestigious accolades, including the Patients’ Choice Award in 2013 and 2016 and the Compassionate Doctor Recognition in 2016, reflecting his commitment to excellence and compassion in medicine.
Fluent in both English and Cantonese, he is uniquely positioned to serve the diverse population of Harlem, ensuring that language barriers do not impede access to critical healthcare services. His appointment comes at a pivotal time as the hospital continues to expand its reach and improve health outcomes in the community.
Learn More about Dr. Edward Chew:
Through his findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/384654-Edward-Chew-Emergency-Physician or through NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem, https://www.nychealthandhospitals.org/doctors/chew-edward/
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