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Dr. Salima Alwani, MD

Internal Medicine*
4.8 (117)
Map Pin Small Fresh Meadows, NY
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Salima Alwani, MD

Dr. Salima Alwani, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Fresh Meadows, NY. They specialize in Internal Medicine, has 27 years of experience. They graduated from Dow Med Coll, Karachi|Dow Medical College Karachi and is affiliated with Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Queens Hospital Center and Episcopal Health Services St. John's Medical Group. Dr. Alwani, completed a residency at Queens Hospital Center Mt Sinai. Patients rated Dr. Alwani an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Alwani works at Practice in Fresh Meadows, NY with other offices in Jamaica, NY and Arverne, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Muscle Spasm along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Alwani's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Fresh Meadows Best Medical Care PC
    7667 174th St, Fresh Meadows, NY 11366 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 880-1062
  2. 2
    Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center Inc.
    11439 Sutphin Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11434 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 945-7150
  3. 3
    Sommai Bunyavanich
    6200 Beach Channel Dr, Arverne, NY 11692 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 945-7150

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
  • Queens Hospital Center
  • Episcopal Health Services St. John's Medical Group

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Muscle Spasm
Obesity Counseling
Wellness Examination
Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Administrative Physical
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Common Cold
Constipation
Joint Pain
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Achlorhydria
Acne
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Pain
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthropathy Associated With Reiters Disease
Asthma
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Asthma in Adults
Asthma-Related Cough
Asthmatic Bronchitis
Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Autoimmune Diseases
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Bedwetting
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Boil
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Breast Pain
Bronchitis
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chlamydia Infections
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Cold Sore
Congestive Heart Failure
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Depression
Depressive Disorders
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dry Eyes
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Dry Skin
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Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Excessive Sweating
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Fungal Nail Infection
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroptosis
Gonorrhea Infections
Gout
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Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hidradenitis
High Cholesterol
Hives
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypothyroidism
Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Menstrual Migraine
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Pain
Muscle Weakness
Nasopharyngitis
Nausea
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Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Orchitis
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Perimenopause
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postherpetic Neuralgia
Postnasal Drip
Potassium Deficiency
Proteinuria
Pulmonary Disease
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Ringworm
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Sarcoidosis
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Smoking-Related Disorders
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Stye
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Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Syncope
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Syphilis Infections
Tension Headache
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tonsillitis
Trichomoniasis
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Vascular Disease
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Abscess Incision and Drainage
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Allergy Shots
Allergy Skin Testing
Allergy Testing
Asthma Testing
Blood Culture for Bacteria
Blood Draw
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Flu Shot
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Holter Monitoring
Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
Immigration Physical Examination
Immunization
Joint Injection
Nebulizer Treatment
Pap Smear
Phlebectomy
Physical Examination
Rapid Flu Test
Spirometry
Strep Test
Throat Culture
Urinalysis
Vaccination
Vaginal Culture
Venipuncture
Viral Culture
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    4.8
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    Specialties*
    • Internal Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 27 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Gujarati, Hindi, Punjabi, Sindhi and Urdu
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    NPI Number
    • 1205910536
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Queens Hospital Center Mt Sinai
    Residency
    Internship
    • Mount Sinai at Queens Hospital Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Dow Med Coll, Karachi|Dow Medical College Karachi
    Medical Education

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Salima Alwani, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Alwani is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Alwani has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Alwani has seen patients for Muscle Spasm, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Alwani on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    Dr. Alwani speaks Gujarati, Hindi, Punjabi, Sindhi and Urdu.

    117 patients have reviewed Dr. Alwani. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Alwani.

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